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All the Exciting Changes in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 3 – What’s New and Improved

Dive into the latest Android 15 QPR2 Beta 3, packed with fresh features and critical bug fixes for Pixel devices, ahead of its stable release this March.
By Blip Tech 1 min read

Summary of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 3

Release Date: January 21, 2024

Devices Supported: Pixel 6 to Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Key Features and Changes:

  • Clock App Update: The Timer Starter widget is now available on phones, after first appearing in August for tablets.
  • Pixel Satellite SOS Expansion: The demo for the Pixel Satellite SOS feature is accessible in the UK, potentially expanding beyond its initial US availability.
  • Globe Icon Removal: The globe icon disappears when only one keyboard/language is set.
  • Toast Messages Enhancement: App icons are now displayed in toast messages.

Resolved Issues:

  • Fixed device restarts during phone calls (Issue #379051274, Issue #390594506).
  • Resolved an issue where resuming apps from the app overview returned to the home screen instead (Issue #385017194).
  • Fixed the language picker menu causing the IME to hide in certain apps (Issue #388201594, Issue #386972825).
  • Addressed a background clicking sound during video recording (Issue #385998260).
  • Resolved wireless charging issues (Issue #379301921).

Other Improvements:

  • Fixed crashes after starting exercises on connected Wear OS devices.
  • Addressed null pointer exceptions causing system UI crashes.
  • Improved stability of the Android Beta Feedback app.
  • Various other fixes for system stability, connectivity, and interactivity.
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