November update - Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers

Gang,
Did anyone received the November update already ?
TIA

Nope

AFAIK it's not even available: https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/
I just see the October update and earlier

Relax

August Update came on 6th August,
May Update came on the 7th May..
Give it a bit time. Hopefully this one packs a bomb of Pixel 3 Stuff.

JazonX said:
August Update came on 6th August,
May Update came on the 7th May..
Give it a bit time. Hopefully this one packs a bomb of Pixel 3 Stuff.
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It's the first Monday of the month. Later today.

bigbamboo5 said:
It's the first Monday of the month. Later today.
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Didn't know that. Spot on Theory! - Except for September 2018 / January 2018.
But 8 ouf of 10 proves you're right. Hopefully it would come later today then!
Cheers!

It will come out today guys....like in a few hours. Hopefully it's 9.0.1 or 9.1 too lol

Just hoping it includes call screening

And VoLTE fixes...

Maybe today or tomorrow or....

JazonX said:
Didn't know that. Spot on Theory! - Except for September 2018 / January 2018.
But 8 ouf of 10 proves you're right. Hopefully it would come later today then!
Cheers!
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It's not a theory, that is how Google releases updates

But the Now playing server side changes for Pixel 2(XL) / Pixel (XL) is out now.
Check settings - sounds - Now playing. There is the now playing history. At least it is something

eBENdre said:
But the Now playing server side changes for Pixel 2(XL) / Pixel (XL) is out now.
Check settings - sounds - Now playing. There is the now playing history. At least it is something
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Hey thats pretty neat!

OTAs are out
https://9to5google.com/2018/11/05/android-november-18-security-patch-pixel-nexus/

DL away. it's up!

Any goodies from 3?

jlokos said:
DL away. it's up!
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Europe / Hungary no luck. There is still no OTA update.

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I have OTA downloading now. 91.2mb in size

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March update and email push

Hello
someone tried already March update regarding battery?
also, i see emails that come after 40 minutes to my device even though that it doesn't maek for optimization, how can i do that it will sync right away that when email enter it will come right away?
thank you
what March update?
Mikulec said:
what March update?
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security update-monthly
its not out, is it?
I dont see any march update on google factory images site nor anywhere else. Are you sure you are on march update?
psnijjar said:
I dont see any march update on google factory images site nor anywhere else. Are you sure you are on march update?
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no, i just ask if there's some news with the battery with these update - does google will do something?
As far as i have read about it online, it mostly says various vulnerability fixes. Rest have to wait for the update to check ourselves that is it really battery friendly or not.
thank you,
and about the question in gmail?
How would we know if the update hasn't been released yet?
Is there a specific day of the month these updates drop....or is it usually just at some point early in the month? I've been looking for dates the last few days trying to figure out the schedule but it hasn't been as easy as I thought it'd be. I believe February's dropped on the 5th. That's the only one with a date I could find.
I think the monthly security updates are be released on the first Monday of a month.
Koboldchen said:
I think the monthly security updates are be released on the first Monday of a month.
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Yup around 10 or 11 am PST
Sent from my Google Pixel 2 XL using XDA Labs
So today will be a release?
djcrystals said:
Is there a specific day of the month these updates drop....or is it usually just at some point early in the month? I've been looking for dates the last few days trying to figure out the schedule but it hasn't been as easy as I thought it'd be. I believe February's dropped on the 5th. That's the only one with a date I could find.
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First Monday of the month.
Thrillofit said:
So today will be a release?
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Usually, yes. But sometimes not :laugh:
Cool. Thanks for the responses.
djcrystals said:
Is there a specific day of the month these updates drop....or is it usually just at some point early in the month? I've been looking for dates the last few days trying to figure out the schedule but it hasn't been as easy as I thought it'd be. I believe February's dropped on the 5th. That's the only one with a date I could find.
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It's always early in the month: March could be today or tomorrow.
I think its the first monday of the month, but not sure
Should and Could be....
Lol! and the update button still doesn't work!

Security updates

Hi folks,
The 3xl is my first pixel device. How often are security updates pushed out and when do they arrive? I have a Verizon purchased pixel 3xl.
I've noticed there's an obtober android security updates but my pixel has September and no update available.
Thanks,
Mick
micks_address said:
Hi folks,
The 3xl is my first pixel device. How often are security updates pushed out and when do they arrive? I have a Verizon purchased pixel 3xl.
I've noticed there's an obtober android security updates but my pixel has September and no update available.
Thanks,
Mick
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Should be in the next few days
Sent from my crosshatch using XDA Labs
micks_address said:
Hi folks,
The 3xl is my first pixel device. How often are security updates pushed out and when do they arrive? I have a Verizon purchased pixel 3xl.
I've noticed there's an obtober android security updates but my pixel has September and no update available.
Thanks,
Mick
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My wife's OG Pixel (sailfish), also a Verizon model, usually updates about the middle of the month, give or take...
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micks_address said:
Hi folks,
The 3xl is my first pixel device. How often are security updates pushed out and when do they arrive? I have a Verizon purchased pixel 3xl.
I've noticed there's an obtober android security updates but my pixel has September and no update available.
Thanks,
Mick
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The factory images (security updates) are available the first Monday of every month. OTA updates are usually sometime soon after.
https://developers.google.com/android/images
planedoc said:
​The factory images (security updates) are available the first Monday of every month. OTA updates are usually sometime soon after.
https://developers.google.com/android/images
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Curious why the October update hasn't arrived as it's almost November? Is it cause the phone just launched?
micks_address said:
Curious why the October update hasn't arrived as it's almost November? Is it cause the phone just launched?
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That would be my guess. It should arrive sometime Monday of course, along with plenty of bug fixes. I think it happened last year with the Pixel 2 as well.
micks_address said:
Curious why the October update hasn't arrived as it's almost November? Is it cause the phone just launched?
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Nevermind.
micks_address said:
Curious why the October update hasn't arrived as it's almost November? Is it cause the phone just launched?
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Mostly due to the 3's running a different version of Pie than the rest.
Google skipped the first month after release on all their phones so far. The first update has generally included both the security updates and bug fixes.

Question Update timescale

I'm in the UK and have checked for updates but it says there is no update is there a rough idea as to the time the update happens
liggerz87 said:
I'm in the UK and have checked for updates but it says there is no update is there a rough idea as to the time the update happens
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10 AM where Google is located (PDST) or 6 PM your time.
Alway early evening of the first Monday of the month in the UK.
Ah thank you ilp try 8pm then lol
10pm in Perth Australia.
Nothing yet
Edit: I am stupid
Yes. Nothing in Toronto, Canada too.its 6th and Samsung already rolled out this months security patch. Google too slow with these updates
EnIXmA said:
Yes. Nothing in Toronto, Canada too.its 6th and Samsung already rolled out this months security patch. Google too slow with these updates
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Didn't Samsung like release it on 28th may
Update is up.
Yes. S
liggerz87 said:
Didn't Samsung like release it on 28th may
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Yes shame on google
liggerz87 said:
Yes shame on google
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Should users currently on the 12L/12.1 beta also be receiving the update today? Nothing so far here.
94b20gsr said:
Should users currently on the 12L/12.1 beta also be receiving the update today? Nothing so far here.
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Today's update is the stable version of QPR3. Not sure if they will be releasing anymore QPR betas for A12 given A13 is due to be released in August or September.
Just received the June security path update in Toronto, Canada
Checked 11.06pm comes in at 211mb
armaki said:
Update is up.
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Not according to my phone...
Man love having nuron player been able to work again having audio brilliant i mean I could have sidloaded the update or joined beta but I thought to stay stable
HipKat said:
Not according to my phone...
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Just keep trying last month I had to spam the update button to get last months patch also might be what region you are to
HipKat said:
Not according to my phone...
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Google pushes updates out in waves. It is possible that you have to wait for days, or even weeks to get an update prompt, even when manually clicking the button.
It's Tuesday night 6/7 at 10:45PM EST, and no June OTA update yet for me, either.
Galaxy Princess said:
It's Tuesday night 6/7 at 10:45PM EST, and no June OTA update yet for me, either.
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Could be a few days or maybe a week you could side load the update but I have no clue how to do that

Question July Update?

Anyone know when the July Update is coming (for P6P)?
I have issues with dropping signal, so was kinda hoping there might be a fix there.
marmin said:
Anyone know when the July Update is coming (for P6P)?
I have issues with dropping signal, so was kinda hoping there might be a fix there.
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Like the July update is gonna fix the broken radio in this thing...
marmin said:
Anyone know when the July Update is coming (for P6P)?
I have issues with dropping signal, so was kinda hoping there might be a fix there.
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Hi,
last i heard was update should be out Thu 7th July.
marmin said:
Anyone know when the July Update is coming (for P6P)?
I have issues with dropping signal, so was kinda hoping there might be a fix there.
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Updates always release on the 1st Monday of each month. If that Monday falls on a holiday like it has this year -- the update will be out the following Monday.
Gytole said:
Like the July update is gonna fix the broken radio in this thing...
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Well, seeing as I only started having problems with the last update, I'd say yeah, it could fix it.
marmin said:
Well, seeing as I only started having problems with the last update, I'd say yeah, it could fix it.
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I was having issues with the cellular signal after the June update. I did a full wipe update and my cellular service improved dramatically.
swieder711 said:
I was having issues with the cellular signal after the June update. I did a full wipe update and my cellular service improved dramatically.
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I did an accidental full wipe for the June update and it fixed all sorts of issues for me
The update will come when the update comes. Be patient.
And be grateful that Pixel devices enjoy monthly updates like this. Most OEMs can't be bothered to provide an update twice a year, much less once a month.
RobinJoseph said:
I'm a newbie here. I signed up a few hours ago. I'm also waiting for the updates. Thank you!
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1st Monday of the month unless there is a holiday in the US and then the update will be on the second Monday of the month (usually).
MrBelter said:
1st Monday of the month unless there is a holiday in the US and then the update will be on the second Monday of the month (usually).
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Actually, it recently was uploaded.
Update: links lead to 404 error.
There are 3 links for July on the usual web page: https://developers.google.com/android/images#raven
But all 3 giving a 404 error for the time being ... I guess they are being uploaded as we speak ...
12.1.0 (SQ3A.220705.001.B1, Jul 2022, EMEA/APAC carriers)FlashLink07f684fc95dc5415c596a503aec6f111feabcb267c075ea91a091f56b90be42612.1.0 (SQ3A.220705.003, Jul 2022)FlashLink1c48ad3e8799f6040172e2d0c72e02f59af44502228e85beb0b5ba568bb2d27212.1.0 (SQ3A.220705.003.A1, Jul 2022, Verizon, Verizon MVNOs)FlashLink152f6a658ae314583a46a7ed6d1f4befe927d5d0616549f90e163102dd4fea3b
marmin said:
Anyone know when the July Update is coming (for P6P)?
I have issues with dropping signal, so was kinda hoping there might be a fix there.
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Up to June update I didn't had any problems. Like you it, it ruined my Pixel experience... Updated to July, and will run it for a couple of days and see how it goes. Need to travel for work.
Downloading the update now. If you started to have cell problems with the June update then I suggest a FULL wipe for the July update. The full wipe for June solved my cell problems. I have not seen an "!" in over a week!
Has anyone seen the release notes for the July update?
phaino00 said:
Actually, it recently was uploaded.
Update: links lead to 404 error.
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Yeah i got it about 2 hours after i made the post so that aged well
And still now one seems to know what to install: EMEA or Global
Does it depend on where the phone was bought?
Does the used carrier matter?
Does the country in which it is being used matter?
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Utini said:
And still now one seems to know what to install: EMEA or Global
Does it depend on where the phone was bought?
Does the used carrier matter?
Does the country in which it is being used matter?
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I'm wondering the same for unlocked 6 pro
bgboii said:
I'm wondering the same for unlocked 6 pro
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I have been with the google support in the chat for 1 hour.
They do not seem to know it as well.
Utini said:
I have been with the google support in the chat for 1 hour.
They do not seem to know it as well.
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Weird how they wouldn't know
Utini said:
And still now one seems to know what to install: EMEA or Global
Does it depend on where the phone was bought?
Does the used carrier matter?
Does the country in which it is being used matter?
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I flashed the global fw on my unlocked P6P (purchased in Europe). Didn't brick so I guess I'm good lol. It's confusing though.
jericho246 said:
I flashed the global fw on my unlocked P6P (purchased in Europe). Didn't brick so I guess I'm good lol. It's confusing though.
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Nah you won't brick anything with switching between Global/EMEA.
But it might cause some troubles. E.g. I always imagined the ppl with network connectivity issues might just be on the wrong build. But I have no idea so far.

Question Any word on the ETA for the March OTA update?

Hi gang, long time, no chat! Amazing what happens when Google finally gets their act together with the P6Ps, isn't it?
The last I heard @ 9to5google.com is that it was late. Nothing beyond that, though. Thank you!
Well, Pixel updates were always released on Mondays. So maybe next Monday? Or even a Monday after that.
March Update postponed indefinitely
Google are getting so slow for updates and they barely have any phones lol, whilst Samsung have pushed out 2 massive updates by the time Google has pushed out 1, I also find it strange that pixels software are the bare minimum and have worse battery life
I don't think anyone really knows when it will be released. Interestingly, the A14 DP2 build that was released yesterday had the March security update in it.
kevinireland11 said:
Google are getting so slow for updates and they barely have any phones lol, whilst Samsung have pushed out 2 massive updates by the time Google has pushed out 1, I also find it strange that pixels software are the bare minimum and have worse battery life
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HMMMM....
I count 15 updates and one major version upgrade since the initial release of the P6P since October 2021
I've found that Google's updates have drastically improved battery life for my P6P, but it still doesn't compare to the battery life I used to have with my LG several years ago. And I think we all can remember how bad LG was, with releasing updates. I just thought that perhaps I missed some insider news for the delay, and you are so wonderful with these phones.
biTToe said:
HMMMM....
I count 15 updates and one major version upgrade since the initial release of the P6P since October 2021
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You have completly missed out on what I've just mentioned on that last post lmao, it's great that you can count but unfortunately you can't read well, ("" by the time "")
EDIT - to dumb it for you, I'm speaking about this year only, if you need it dumbed down further then give me a shout, thanks.
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You have completly missed out on what I've just mentioned on that last post lmao, it's great that you can count but unfortunately you can't read well, ("" by the time "")
EDIT - to dumb it for you, I'm speaking about this year only, if you need it dumbed down further then give me a shout, thanks.
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You remind me of my ex - she thought that I had a crystal ball and could read her mind. I can give you her coordinates - the two of you would get along just great
All pixel phones have march update ota by now, just not pixel 6
Google really starts to look like fools, when samsung starts to be faster with android updates than google, and delays
Would you rather a fast update or one riddled with phone killing bugs?it's not like they sat down one day and said "i know let's make users mad and not release an update".
Google are doing fine with slow updates with lots of bugs, just look at the pixel 6 and 7 update history, software/hardware bugs are all over the place.
7 Pro update went online today. I guess ours will come soon then.
its out for all but not for P6/P6P
sille said:
its out for all but not for P6/P6P
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Maybe that could be due to them refining the new Night Sight algorithm used in the smartphone
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Maybe that could be due to them refining the new Night Sight algorithm used in the smartphone
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Doesn't matter. The rest is removed as well
sille said:
Doesn't matter. The rest is removed as well
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What are you talking about?
My bad, if I switch the language of the webpage to German, the march updates are gone
Google said the March P6 fam update has been delayed til the 20th because they're adding 5G connectivity and having issues with India's configuration so to speak.
Zaxx32 said:
Google said the March P6 fam update has been delayed til the 20th because they're adding 5G connectivity and having issues with India's configuration so to speak.
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We need to wait till March 20 for Google adding a code line to allow an Indian Carrier support 5G?
Google being google...

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