Google Releases Android 16 QPR2 Update for Pixel Devices
Google has begun rolling out the Android 16 QPR2 update, introducing new features and security enhancements for Pixel devices.
Google has initiated the rollout of the Android 16 QPR2 update for Pixel devices, starting December 2, 2025. This update introduces several new features, including app icon customization, improved notification organization, and lock screen widgets.
The update is available for a range of Pixel devices, from the Pixel 6 series to the latest Pixel 10 lineup, including the Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold.
To manually check for the update, users can navigate to Settings > System > Software updates > System update > Check for update. The update is approximately 744MB in size, so a Wi-Fi connection is recommended for downloading.
In addition to user interface enhancements, the update includes security improvements such as SMS OTP protection, which delays the delivery of messages containing an SMS retriever hash to help prevent OTP hijacking.
Users are encouraged to update their devices promptly to benefit from the latest features and security enhancements.
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