Google has started rolling out its October 2026 monthly update across all supported Pixel devices running Android 17. The update lands on October 6 2026, covering 34 security vulnerabilities and delivering targeted bug fixes for the Pixel 11 family following its recent launch. It also carries a milestone moment for older hardware: the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are receiving their final scheduled monthly security patch, closing out a five-year software support window that began in October 2021.

Bug Fixes Worth Knowing About

The most relevant fix for Pixel 11 owners is a camera orientation bug that caused photos and videos to save in the wrong orientation when rapidly launching the camera from the lock screen. The issue was specific to the Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold. It is the kind of bug that is frustrating in a very specific and repeatable way, and it is good to see it addressed in the first monthly update after launch.

Pixel 8 through Pixel 11 users also get a fix for an intermittent Gboard failure where the on-screen keyboard would not deploy when tapping into system search bars or in-app input fields. Anyone who ran into this on their Pixel 9 or Pixel 10 in recent weeks will recognise it immediately. Pixel 8 through Pixel 10 owners also get a fix for audio distortion during incoming VoIP calls on apps like WhatsApp and Google Meet, where loud static bursts and garbled ringtones were being reported.

Security Patches

The update includes the 2026-10-01 security patch level, resolving 28 CVEs across the core Android 17 framework, system runtime, and kernel components. Google's dedicated Pixel bulletin adds six hardware-specific patches covering proprietary driver components and radio modems, addressing potential privilege escalation and remote code execution vulnerabilities.

Build Numbers

Pixel 11 series	CD1A.261005.003 (CD1A.261005.003.B1 for Japanese carriers)
Pixel 8, 9, and 10 families	CP3A.261005.005
Pixel 6, 7, Tablet, and Fold	CP3A.261005.002.A1

The End of the Road for Pixel 6

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro were the first devices to run Google's custom Tensor silicon when they launched in October 2021. Five years later this update marks the conclusion of their promised software support window. They were significant devices in Google's hardware history, representing the moment Google committed fully to building its own chips rather than relying entirely on Qualcomm. Newer Pixel models enjoy a seven-year support guarantee, so the Pixel 6's five-year window was always going to feel short by comparison, but it kept those phones relevant and secure longer than most Android hardware from the same era.

If you are still on a Pixel 6 or 6 Pro, this is a good moment to start thinking seriously about an upgrade. The hardware will continue to work after this point but will no longer receive security patches, which is a meaningful consideration.

How to Get the Update

Go to Settings, select System, then Software Update, then System Update, and tap Check for Update. The rollout is staged so it may not appear immediately, but it should arrive within the next few days if it has not already.

The Google Pixel 11 is the most accessible entry point into Google's 2026 flagship lineup, and arguably the best value Pixel ever made. Tensor G6 on a 2nm node, a triple camera system with 5x optical zoom and 30x Super Zoom, a 4985mAh battery with 30+ hours of life, and Qi2.2 wireless charging at 25W — all from $899. With seven years of updates and Android 17 out of the box, it sets a new standard for what a mainstream Pixel can be.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Launch
Announced	August 12, 2026
Released	August 20, 2026
Updates	7 years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates
Display & Design
Display	6.3" Actua OLED, 1080 x 2424 px, 422 ppi, 60–120Hz, HDR, 3000 nits (peak)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (front), IP68
Build	Spacecraft-grade recycled aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 polished back with satin finish
Colors	Frost, Pistachio, Hibiscus, Obsidian
Dimensions	152.4 x 71.2 x 8.5 mm (6.0 x 2.8 x 0.3 in)
Weight	196 g (6.9 oz)
Platform & Hardware
OS	Android 17 with Gemini Intelligence
Chip	Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC N2)
Security	Titan M3 security coprocessor, quantum-safe secure boot, VPN by Google (included)
RAM	12GB
Storage	256GB / 512GB (Zoned UFS)
Triple Camera System
Main (Wide)	48MP Quad PD, f/1.7, 85° FOV, 1/1.56" sensor, OIS + EIS, Macro Focus
Ultrawide	13MP, f/2.2, 120° FOV, 1/3.1" sensor
Telephoto	10.8MP Dual PD, f/3.1, 23° FOV, 1/3.2" sensor, 5x Optical Zoom, OIS + EIS
Zoom Range	Super Zoom up to 30x — optical quality at 0.6x, 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x
AI Camera	Magic Capture, Camera Looks, Camera Coach, Add Me, Night Sight, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Magic Eraser, Zoom Enhance, Auto Best Take
Video	4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/60fps, Slo-mo 240fps, 10-bit HDR
Video Features	Creator Suite, Audio Magic Eraser, Macro Focus Video, Cinematic Pan, Digital zoom up to 20x
Front Camera
Sensor	10.5MP Dual PD, f/2.2, 95° ultrawide FOV, Autofocus
Video	4K@30/60fps
Connectivity
SIM	Dual eSIM only (two active simultaneously; stores 8+ eSIMs)
5G / 4G	5G mmWave + Sub-6GHz, LTE
WLAN	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 2.4GHz / 5GHz / 6GHz, 2x2 MIMO
Bluetooth	6.0 with antenna diversity
NFC	Yes
USB	USB-C 3.2
Location	Dual Band GNSS — GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
Satellite	Satellite SOS
Audio	Stereo Speakers, 3 Microphones, Spatial Audio, Noise Suppression
Security	In-Display Fingerprint, Face Unlock
Power
Battery	4985 mAh — 30+ hours battery life
Wired Charging	Up to 55% in 30 min with 30W USB-C PPS charger
Wireless	Pixelsnap (Qi2.2) — up to 25W
Pricing
256GB (12GB RAM)	$899
512GB (12GB RAM)	$999

Google has officially confirmed its next major Pixel launch. The company will unveil the next-generation Google Pixel 11 at its Made by Google event on August 12, 2026.

The event will take place in New York City and be streamed live. Google has not yet revealed the full product lineup, but its event page explicitly names the Pixel 11 and says pre-orders will open on the day of the announcement.

Pixel 11 is officially on the way

Google’s event page leaves little room for doubt: the Pixel 11 will headline this year’s Made by Google presentation. That makes August 12 the first official look at the company’s next flagship phone generation.

Beyond the Pixel 11 name, Google has not confirmed specifications, variants, pricing, or which other devices will appear on stage. Any claims about those details before the event should be treated as unconfirmed.

Pre-orders start on launch day

Google says Pixel 11 pre-orders will begin on August 12. Availability, final pricing, colours, and regional launch dates should be announced during the event.

DJs Mobiles will cover the confirmed announcements from Made by Google once the event begins.

Google has started rolling out the July 2026 Pixel update, the first monthly patch since Android 17 launched last month. It is a focused maintenance release with five fixes, no new features, and no new security vulnerabilities addressed. But for the significant number of Pixel owners who have been dealing with a boot loop issue since March, this update is the most important one in months.

The Boot Loop Bug Is Finally Fixed

The headline fix targets a bug that has caused some Pixel devices to fail to load Android entirely, getting stuck on the Google logo and restarting in an endless loop. The problem first appeared after the March 2026 Feature Drop and affected devices across the Pixel 6 through Pixel 10 lineup. For months, Google's official advice was to contact support, with many users being told their only option was a factory reset, which meant losing all their data. A separate internal survey found that around 76 percent of over 2,600 respondents also reported faster battery drain after the same March release, though that particular issue has not been fully addressed yet.

The July update patches the boot loop automatically, meaning affected users no longer need to call support or wipe their devices. If your Pixel has been stuck in this cycle and you can still access the update prompt, head to Settings, then System, then Software Update, and check for the July patch. The build number to look for is CP2A.260705.006.

Everything Else Fixed in the July Update

Beyond the boot loop repair, the update addresses four additional issues. Apps that were unexpectedly closing or refusing to launch should now behave normally. System widgets that were displaying with incorrect colours or contrast settings have been corrected. A wallpaper shape effect that was incorrectly covering the subject of a photo rather than sitting in the background has also been fixed. Pixel 10 Pro Fold owners get one specific fix too: navigation buttons were shifting alignment unexpectedly after folding and unfolding the device, and that has now been resolved.

Supported Devices

The July update covers every Pixel currently in Google's supported lineup: Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Pixel 10a, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold. The rollout is staggered over the coming week, so if you have not seen the notification yet it should arrive shortly. You can also check manually through Settings, System, and Software Update.

It is worth noting that the Pixel 6 lineup is expected to reach the end of its software support in October 2026, so this could be one of the final updates for that generation.

Google has officially started rolling out Android 17 to supported Pixel smartphones, marking the next major evolution of the Android platform.

The update introduces several quality-of-life improvements, new multitasking features, gaming enhancements, and better support for large-screen and foldable devices. While some of Google's biggest AI features are expected to arrive through future Pixel Drops and Gemini updates, Android 17 lays much of the groundwork for what comes next.

Which Devices Are Getting Android 17?

Google is beginning the rollout to eligible Pixel devices first, with other Android manufacturers expected to follow in the coming months through their own software update programs.

As always, rollout timing may vary depending on region, carrier approval, and device model.

What's New in Android 17?

• Improved multitasking for tablets and foldable devices.
• New gaming enhancements and controller remapping options.
• Screen Reactions that allow visual reactions during screen recordings.
• Better support for larger displays and adaptive layouts.
• Additional performance, privacy, and accessibility improvements.

A Bigger Focus on Large Screens

One of Google's biggest goals with Android 17 is improving the experience on tablets, foldables, and other large-screen devices.

Developers are being encouraged to build applications that scale properly across different screen sizes, helping Android make better use of modern foldable hardware from companies like Samsung, Google, Motorola, and OnePlus.

Gemini's Influence Continues to Grow

While Android 17 itself isn't packed with flashy AI features, it serves as an important foundation for Google's broader Gemini strategy.

Google continues to integrate Gemini across Android, Wear OS, ChromeOS, and its growing ecosystem of devices. Many of the platform's future AI experiences are expected to arrive through feature updates rather than waiting for Android 18.

What Happens Next?

With Android 17 now rolling out, attention will quickly shift toward upcoming Pixel Feature Drops, Gemini enhancements, and manufacturer-specific updates from Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus, Nothing, and other Android partners.

For Pixel owners, however, the wait is over. Android 17 is here, and it's the beginning of Google's next chapter for Android.

Google appears ready to take another major step toward turning Android into a more connected ecosystem experience.

New reports suggest Android 17 is preparing a feature that allows users to continue apps and activities across multiple Android devices more seamlessly, similar to Apple’s popular Handoff functionality.

What Is App Handoff?

The feature would allow users to start an activity on one Android device and continue it on another without manually reopening apps or searching for content again.

Potential examples include:

• Continuing a document from phone to tablet
• Moving media playback between devices
• Resuming browsing sessions instantly
• Switching productivity tasks across screens

Apple users have had similar ecosystem continuity features for years through Handoff and Continuity tools across iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

Google’s Ecosystem Push Is Growing

The timing is especially interesting as Google continues expanding its broader ecosystem strategy around Android, Gemini, wearables, tablets, and GoogleBook devices.

Android increasingly appears to be evolving beyond a simple smartphone operating system into a much larger connected computing platform.

Google has already been improving:

• Cross-device syncing
• Nearby sharing
• Phone-to-tablet workflows
• Desktop-style Android features

App handoff functionality could become another major step in making Android devices feel more unified.

Android Is Learning From Apple

Apple’s ecosystem integration remains one of the company’s biggest strengths.

Features like Handoff, Universal Clipboard, AirDrop, and iCloud syncing have helped make Apple devices feel tightly connected for years.

Google now appears increasingly focused on offering similar convenience within the Android ecosystem while still maintaining flexibility across different hardware brands.

Why This Matters

Modern users increasingly own multiple devices:

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Laptops
• Smart displays
• Wearables

The companies that make those devices work together seamlessly often create the strongest ecosystem loyalty.

If Android 17 successfully delivers a smoother cross-device experience, it could become one of the platform’s most useful quality-of-life improvements in years.

Google is bringing back one of its more underrated perks for Pixel buyers — the Pixel Referral Program — and if you’ve been thinking about picking up a new Pixel, this is one of those deals that’s actually worth paying attention to.

The program is pretty straightforward. If you have a referral code (or know someone who does), you can get 10% off a Pixel phone when buying directly from the Google Store.

How It Works

Google is once again letting Pixel owners share referral codes with friends and family. When someone uses that code at checkout:

• The buyer gets 10% off a Pixel phone
• The person sharing the code earns $50 in Google Store credit

Each code is single-use, and you can typically generate multiple codes — meaning the rewards can stack up if you share them around.

What’s Different This Time?

Not much has changed on the surface, but the timing is what makes this interesting. The referral program is returning after the last round wrapped up earlier this year, and it’s now active again ahead of the next wave of Pixel devices.

The current offer is expected to run through July 31, giving you a decent window to take advantage of it before the next generation arrives.

The Catch (There’s Always One)

Like previous versions of the program, there are a few limitations:

• Referral codes usually can’t be used during major sales events
• They’re limited to one-time use per code
• The $50 credit is issued after the return period passes

Still, compared to most phone deals, this one is refreshingly simple.

Why It Actually Matters

Google has been getting more aggressive with Pixel pricing and promotions lately, and this is another example of that.

A straight 10% discount — especially when it can sometimes stack with other offers — makes Pixel devices even more competitive in that mid-to-high-end range.

And if you’re already in the Pixel ecosystem, it’s basically free credit just for recommending a phone you were probably going to suggest anyway.

Quick Take

This isn’t a flashy launch or a big headline feature, but it’s one of those small moves that actually benefits real buyers.

If you’re planning to grab a Pixel anytime soon — or know someone who is — make sure you use one of these referral codes below before you hit checkout.

Status	Reward	Referral Code
Active	$50 Google Store referral credit	REF-4XJCXVFMGT2U0V2M7IRF4WC
Active	$50 Google Store referral credit	REF-VYBQ2KI203QNTHD3ASHT987
Active	$50 Google Store referral credit	REF-JEYIKAXSJTORO7NXMGIY1ZO
Active	$50 Google Store referral credit	REF-5PUL4Y9ZX8KZH3ZCA8XL1EL
Active	$50 Google Store referral credit	REF-Q1B2S5T5BHOFHT0VNCKDTPX

Night Sight will continue to adapt over time, using machine learning to balance the colors of your photos so that objects show their natural color at night.




How to use Night Sight




You can learn more about Night Sight on Google's Blog Post.

source - Google ( 1 | 2 )

Step 1

Download the correct OTA file for your Pixel phone on developers.google.com/android/ota

• Pixel 2 XL
• Pixel 2
• Pixel XL
• Pixel

Step 5

The screen will change to a smaller Android with an exclamation mark. Now hold down the Power button and then press the Volume Up button for a second in order to get into Recovery mode.


Step 6

Use the power buttons to scroll down to Apply update from ADB and select it with the Power button. You’ll be left with a blank screen with some text at the bottom.


Step 7

Connect your phone to your computer. Open Terminal on Mac and navigate to the folder that ADB is located in. On Windows you can open a Command Prompt directly from the ADB folder.

• Windows users type the following in Command Prompt and press Enter:
  adb sideload [Insert OTA file name]
• Mac users type the following in Terminal and press Return:
  ./adb sideload [Insert OTA file name]

The new unit with 32GB of storage is priced at $299.99 (54% off) and is available only in 'Quite Black'. Meanwhile the 128GB variant is priced at $349.00 (50% off) and can be purchased in 'Quite Black' or 'Very Silver'.

If you are looking for a cheaper deal, you could consider the refurbished model, where the 32GB variant will only cost you $199.99. Refurbished models while operational are previously used handsets, which may display dents scratches and usual signs of wear and tear.

The Google Pixel features a 5.0 inch display, up to 128GB of storage, a 12.3MP rear camera, an 8MP front camera, a 2770mAh battery, a fingerprint scanner and a Snapdragon 821 processor with 4GB of RAM. The Pixel is also one of the few devices from Google that is eligible to receive the Android P update when it is released later this year.

The Pixel is unlocked and will work with Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile and AT&T.

If you are an Amazon Prime customer, shipping is free, and there is a limit of 10 units per customer. The refurbished Pixel handsets will only be available for two more days, while the new units can be purchased for 12 days.


source - Woot!


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Keep in mind that these are the first-generation Pixel models, not to be mistaken with with Google Pixel 2 or the Google Pixel 2 XL. However they are still very powerful and usable in the current mobile landscape. As certified refurbished, the phones have been tested, cleaned, retested and repackaged. They come with a 90-day warranty and will include the "relevant" accessories.

MODEL	STORAGE	COLOR	PRICE
Google Pixel	32GB	Quite Black	$218.99
Google Pixel	32GB	Really Blue	$214.99
Google Pixel	32GB	Very Silver	$200.00
Google Pixel	128GB	Very Silver	$255.00
Google Pixel XL	32GB	Quite Black	$229.78
Google Pixel XL	32GB	Really Blue	$229.99
Google Pixel XL	32GB	Very Silver	$243.99
Google Pixel XL	128GB	Quite Black	$257.06
Google Pixel XL	128GB	Very Silver	$278.00

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The Phone is unlocked, and should work with all major carriers in the US. It is available only in its 'Very Silver' color at the moment, but if you are insistent on getting the 'Quite Black' color variant, you have to be content with the 32GB version, even though its priced slightly lower at $329.99.

The Google Pixel features a 5.0 inch 1080p display, a 12MP rear camera, an 8MP front camera, a 2770 mAh battery and a quad-core Snapdragon 821 processor with 4GB of RAM. If this phone is something that interests you, you can grab one while stocks last by following the source link below.

source - B&H

[UPDATE] Looks like stocks have sold out on the deal... However, you can still pick up a Google Nexus on Amazon or eBay by following the links below


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However Google is confident, none of their customers have been affected by these issues. The company is now rolling out the patch to its Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 2, Pixel XL, Pixel, Nexus 6P, and Nexus 5X.

The June security path also includes the following updates that address functional and non-security issues:

• Improved Bluetooth LE performance (all devices).
• Improved antenna switching in areas with weak coverage (Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL).
• Improved Wi-Fi connectivity with certain Wi-Fi access points (Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL).
• IMEI software version number (SVN) displays correctly as a number (Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL).
• Improved consistency of Always-On display, and improved proximity sensor (Pixel 2 XL).

The Pixel XL is a phone by Google with Assistant built in. The Pixel XL features the same camera found on the Google Pixel and unlimited storage for your images on Google Phones. Hardware specifications are similar to its smaller sibling aside from its larger display and battery.

	Android 7.1
	168g, 8.5mm thickness	5.5"	12.3MP rear	4GB RAM
	32GB/128GB storage	1440x2560 pixels	8MP front	Snapdragon 821
	3450mAh

The Pixel is a phone by Google with Assistant built in. The Pixel features an amazing camera and unlimited storage for your images on Google Phones.

	Android 7.1
	143g, 8.5mm thickness	5.0"	12.3MP rear	4GB RAM
	32GB/128GB storage	1080x19200 pixels	8MP front	Snapdragon 821
	2770mAh