Are you a Google Pixel 5, 6, 6a, 7, 7a, 8, or 8 Pro user facing Google Pixel update issues? If so, you are not alone. Many Pixel models, including those we mentioned, face a common software problem.
Users report encountering this problem after installing the January 2024 Google Play system update. Here are all the details…
Google Pixel update issues: What is causing the problem?
It is not yet known what is causing the problem, but it is rumoured to be possibly related to the January 2024 Google Play system update. Affected users cannot access their device’s internal storage, open the camera, take screenshots, or even open apps.
Some users suggest solutions to the problem, such as resetting the devices to factory settings. On the other hand, Google acknowledged the problem and started research.
This problem is not the first problem Pixel users have encountered with Google Play system updates. In October 2023, memory problems caused by a Google Play system update made Pixel devices completely unusable. Google solved the problem with an update released on 7 November 2023. However, many users had already reset their devices to factory settings by this date.
The recurrence of such a problem in such a short period of time raises concerns about the rigor of Google’s quality assurance processes and testing protocols before distributing a system update. Pixel device users wonder whether they can trust Google’s updates and whether their devices will retain functionality after installing them.
If you are a Pixel owner who has not yet received the January 2024 update, it is recommended that you stay on your current update and postpone applying the problematic update until the situation improves.
What are Google Play system updates?
Google Play system updates are separate from monthly security patches and are delivered directly by Google, bypassing OEM update channels. They are designed to keep older versions of Android compatible and relatively secure with modern apps and Google services.
This emphasizes the importance of thorough testing and verification processes before deploying system updates. Pixel device users deserve to have confidence in their devices’ functionality and data security.
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