Google has begun rolling out the second beta of Android 17’s Quarterly Platform Release 2 (QPR2) to eligible Pixel devices. This update follows the initial QPR2 Beta 1 release from two weeks prior, which introduced several bug fixes and minor enhancements.
Notably, Google has not provided detailed release notes for this latest beta, leaving users to explore and identify any new features or changes independently. As with previous beta releases, users are encouraged to report any issues or feedback through the Android Beta Feedback app available on Pixel devices. Additionally, the Android Beta community on Reddit serves as a platform for discussions and support among beta testers.
The Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 update is available for a range of Pixel devices, including:
- Pixel 6a
- Pixel 7
- Pixel 7 Pro
- Pixel 7a
- Pixel Tablet
- Pixel Fold
- 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
Users can install the update by enrolling in the Android Beta Program, which provides an over-the-air (OTA) update directly to their devices.
It’s important to note that the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will not receive the Android 17 QPR2 update. These devices are approaching their end-of-life status, with the Android 17 QPR1 beta series being their final major update. This marks the conclusion of Google’s extended support for these models, which were initially launched in October 2021 and received five years of updates.
As Google continues to refine Android 17 through these beta releases, users can anticipate further improvements and optimizations leading up to the stable release. The absence of detailed release notes in this beta suggests that changes may be more incremental, focusing on under-the-hood enhancements and bug fixes. Users are encouraged to participate actively in the beta program to help identify and report any issues, contributing to a more polished final release.
