Google rolling out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is here, coming to Pixels soon (Update: How soon is now?)
If you own a recent Google Pixel smartphone, get ready to give the Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 a shot and see what new features are on the way.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 starts for enrolled Pixels
Google highlighted the start of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 to Pixel testers on Reddit. The update contains the November security patch and a list of known issues users may encounter. The QPR2 update is expected to arrive as the March 2025 feature drop while we brace for a much earlier Android 16 launch.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is here with a glimpse at next year's first Pixel Feature Drop
Google told us this was coming weeks ago. Now Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 has finally arrived with our first look at the March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is Here for Pixel Devices!
For Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1, Google has made this first build available to the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta feedback survey now available
Following this week's release, Google has released a feedback survey for Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1. This cycle is starting out quite solid.
Android 15 QPR2 beta 1 release includes major upgrade for Tensor-powered Pixels
Tensor-powered Pixel phones will be receiving an upgraded kernel that matches what the Pixel 9 series is running.
Android 15 QPR2 brings the Pixel 9's new Linux kernel to all Tensor-powered phones and tablets
Google is updating the Android Linux kernel to 6.1.99 for all Tensor-powered Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6 series. Linux 6.1 was spotted as part of the Android 15 QPR 15 Beta 1 release, and will release with the stable March Pixel Feature Drop. Kernel updates are essential for device security and compatibility with future Android releases.
Here’s everything new in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 [Gallery]
Google today is rolling out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 available for Google Pixel users
Users of Google Pixel 6 phones and most newer models can now install the Android 15 QPR2 (Quarterly Platform Release) Beta 1 in order to try out an enhanced user experience. The latest offering includes bug fixes, better stability, and improved performance, per the Android Developers release notes.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is now available for eligible Google Pixel phones
Current beta users who would like to opt out will be able to do so before installing the new update to avoid data wipe. If users opt out after installing the QPR2 Beta 1, they will need to wipe their device. As usual, Google is also encouraging users to submit feedback of any bugs found while beta testing through the Android Beta Feedback app.
Pixel phones get a major kernel upgrade with Android 15 QPR2
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