Google has surprised pixel users by releasing the Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1, this new software version has arrived with lots of significant features and fixes. Users who are running QPR1 Beta 2 can upgrade their device and enjoy the latest benefits and fixes, for an optimized experience.
The Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1 brings fixes for issues when a user unlocks the device using their fingerprint, there is no haptic feedback. It also resolves issues with some apps that use the meta-data element unconventionally prevents these apps from being installed by the system.
Other than these fixes, the update also brings the November 2023 patch, which will elevate the Pixel device experience. By participating in the beta you can help the firm to improve the accuracy of the software. So, don’t forget to share your opinions and feedback.
QPR2 Beta 1 offerings
Android platform
- An issue with some apps that use the meta-data element unconventionally prevents these apps from being installed by the system.
- Sometimes when a user unlocks the device using their fingerprint, there is no haptic feedback.
- For Pixel Fold devices, sometimes after a user unlocks the device while it’s folded, the inner display doesn’t turn on after unfolding the device.
Google Apps
- The Assistant At a Glance widget sometimes displays weather information for the wrong location.
Google identifies the following fixes, which are presumably from QPR1
- Fixed an issue that caused the package manager to crash when installing some apps.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented users from submitting feedback using the Android Beta Feedback app.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes prevented a device from connecting to a 5G network when it was available.
To be mentioned, the QPR2 Beta 1 is available for the Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold, as well as the Android Emulator.
Quarterly Platform Releases deliver more significant changes compared to monthly bug fixes. They can deliver bigger UI tweaks and new features that don’t warrant waiting for the next major Android release.
