Overview
- The update was published on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, as Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 (build CP41.260831.007) and is rolling out to Pixel beta testers.
- Google says the release addresses six documented bugs, including unexpected reboots when opening third‑party camera viewfinders, a kernel crash triggered by simultaneous camera and microphone access during biometric checks, scrolling‑related crashes, a screensaver blanking issue, a visual letterbox leak at transitions, and a Recents swipe dismissal bug.
- System images and OTA installs are available for many models from the Pixel 6a through the Pixel 10 family, and testers can join via the Android Beta Program or flash images directly.
- The Pixel 11 series is absent from this Beta 6 drop but reporting from community channels indicates Pixel 11–specific builds are expected soon, while the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are not included and remain on QPR1 as they approach end of their update lifecycle.
- This quick follow‑up to earlier betas follows Google reaching QPR2 platform stability in late August and shows rapid, tester‑driven iteration to eliminate crashes and regressions before a final QPR2 release.