The Android 17 QPR3 preview is making strides as it approaches its March 2027 launch, with the latest Beta 2 now available for Google Pixel devices. This update addresses a range of issues that users have encountered, enhancing the overall experience and functionality of the operating system.
Resolved Issues in Beta 2
The following concerns have been effectively tackled:
- Intermittent device crashes and reboots during normal usage.
- Persistent text displayed in the Internet Quick Settings tile when mobile data is active without Wi-Fi.
- Media output dialog failing to recognize the monochrome system theme when external audio devices are connected.
- Pin icon misalignment next to pinned apps in the share sheet.
- Unexpected API lint and source compatibility check errors triggered by internal PublishedApi declarations.
- Unexpected device shutdowns during WhatsApp video calls.
- Lock screen notifications overlapping with UI elements, causing stuttering animations.
- Cellular data, MMS, and hotspot services failing to connect on Dish Network.
- Screen recording freezing after screen rotation.
- Abnormally small rendering of system UI, fonts, and apps regardless of display size settings.
- Display turning black and unresponsive after ending a phone call.
- Terminal app failing to launch the Linux development environment virtual machine post-installation.
- Wi-Fi Aware encountering errors when establishing data paths after network request release.
- Paired watches continuing to ring after an incoming call is answered on the phone.
- Airbnb app failing to connect when sending messages.
- Misalignment of Bluetooth subtitle in Quick Settings.
- Unexpected closure of the app drawer when switching keyboard languages.
- Bluetooth pairing failures due to connection timeouts.
- VoLTE, VoNR, and Wi-Fi calling being unavailable on the IT&E network.
- High idle battery drain caused by motion sensors remaining active post Face Unlock or camera use.
- Wi-Fi Calling unavailable on the OXIO network.
Users can report any issues they encounter through the Android Beta Feedback app, accessible from the application drawer or Quick Settings. Additionally, the Android Beta community on Reddit serves as a platform for discussions and feedback.
System images for Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2 are now available for a wide range of Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 series, Pixel Tablet, and more. Those interested in participating can easily join the Android Beta Program for an on-device OTA experience.
