Jan 4, 2022
Google Pixel Update - January 2022
Hello Pixel Community,
We have provided the monthly software update for January 2022. All supported Pixel devices running Android 12 will receive these software updates starting January 4. The rollout will complete in phases depending on carrier and device, and users will receive a notification once the OTA becomes available for their device. We encourage you to check your Android version and update to receive the latest software.
The software update for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will begin rolling out to devices on January 14. This update includes all the fixes indicated below as well as all fixes for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro in the December 2021 update post. The update will be available for all devices over the following week, but exact timing may vary depending on your carrier and country.
Details of this month’s security fixes can be found on the Android Security Bulletin:
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin
Thanks,
Google Pixel Support Team
Software versions
Global
- Pixel 3a (XL): SQ1A.220105.002
- Pixel 4 (XL): SQ1A.220105.002
- Pixel 4a: SQ1A.220105.002
- Pixel 4a (5G): SQ1A.220105.002
- Pixel 5: SQ1A.220105.002
- Pixel 5a (5G): SQ1A.220105.002
- Pixel 6: SQ1D.220105.007
- Pixel 6 Pro: SQ1D.220105.007
What’s included
The January 2022 update includes bug fixes and improvements for Pixel users – see below for some notable improvements.
Framework
- Fix for issue causing screen to unlock after missed call when no screen lock is set *[1].
Network & Telephony
- Improvements for data connectivity on certain networks and conditions *[3].
- Fix for issue preventing use of Call Screen feature on certain networks *[3].
- Fix for issue preventing emergency calls in certain conditions while some third-party apps are installed *[4].
Power
- Fix for issue preventing Pixel Stand setup to start after updating apps in certain conditions *[2].
- Fix for issue causing higher background battery usage in certain conditions *[3].
System
- Fix for issue causing incorrect data usage accounting in Network menu on some networks *[1].
- Fix for issue causing device to reboot in certain conditions after taking an OTA software update *[3].
User Interface
- Fix for issue causing a black frame to appear when dismissing the Assistant overlay on the lock screen *[1].
- Fix for issue causing memory leak in system UI under certain conditions *[1].
- Fix for issue causing navigation bar to be hidden when switching device orientation in certain conditions *[1].
- Fix for issue causing PIP window to render incorrectly for certain apps *[1].
Wi-Fi
- Fix for issue causing Wi-Fi network to drop connection in certain conditions *[3].
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Device Applicability
*[1] Included on Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro
*[2] Included on Pixel 4 / XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro
*[3] Included on Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro
*[4] Included on Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro
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Last edited by Makenna Coe Smith Jan 14, 2022