Google just released the first beta of Android 13 QPR (Quarterly Platform Releases) update for its Pixel devices including Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6a.
In this update, Google fixed an issue for some devices that mistakenly caused a user’s emergency contact to be dialed from the lock screen when the device was in their pocket. (Issue #233159557) and also fixed these 3 issues:
- Fixed various issues for Pixel 6a devices that made it difficult for users to unlock their device or to set up Fingerprint Unlock.
- Fixed an issue that caused the system UI to crash in certain cases, such as gesturing from the edge of the screen to go back.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused the 5G icon to be displayed instead of the 5G UW icon, even when the affected device was already successfully connected to a 5G UW network.
Now, Mishaal Rehman who is the tipster of Google Android has shared some information on his Twitter account. Which are:
Android 13 QPR1 Beta 1 reveals some Pixel Tablet stuff
Kuba Wojciechowski found some animations called “Tangor_SUW_DockUndock_V3” and “Assistant OOBE – Tablet Works While Charging”. These animations will play in the tablet setup wizard.
As you may recall, Tangor is the supposed codename of the Pixel Tablet. Also, previously there were rumors that Google is working on a hybrid Nest Hub with a detachable screen and docking station.
Another animation called “Assistant OOBE – Tablet Works While Charging” pic.twitter.com/r1CUgJ4aXI
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 8, 2022
My friend @Za_Raczke found this animation in the build: “Tangor_SUW_DockUndock_V3”
This is the presumed Google Pixel Tablet (rumored to be a hybrid Nest Hub detachable). pic.twitter.com/T9qq5sp2Fb
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 8, 2022
Android 13 QPR1 Beta 1 increase Touch sensitivity’ renamed to ‘Screen protector mode’. In fact, it looks like they just swapped out the title and description.
High Sensitivity is now “screen protector mode”. Just a rename. pic.twitter.com/1tOWS9bSWM
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 8, 2022
Android 13 QPR1 Beta 1 enables Spatial Audio support
There is a new Spatial audio switch in the Sound & Vibration settings, the description of which reads “Audio from compatible media becomes more immersive”. The switch is also available in the audio device settings. In addition, Opus (and LC3) are now shown as available codecs in the Bluetooth Audio Codec selection.
Spatial audio is now present! pic.twitter.com/mDjZKzbfbg
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 8, 2022
Android 13 QPR1 Beta 1 continues to work on completing the unified ‘Security & privacy’ settings page
This beta comes with Google Play System Update for October 2022. And if you enable the unified ‘Security & privacy’ settings page with special ADB command, you will see that this page looks more compete now, compared to August.
Android’s new “Safety Center”, ie. the unified security & privacy settings, wasn’t live for me after updating, but after manually enabling it, it seems it’s ready to go live! There’s no longer placeholder text (“no problemo maestro” in the scanner. pic.twitter.com/759yu60Qc0
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 8, 2022
Android 13 QPR1 Beta 1 updates app swapping animation in split screen mode. Simply click on the separating bar twice to see the change.
Neat little animation for swapping the places of apps in the recents overview. pic.twitter.com/CJmIodwrGO
— Mishaal Rahman (@MishaalRahman) September 8, 2022
You can also check the complete OTA links which are mentioned below.
- Pixel 6a: Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 6 Pro: Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 6: Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 5a: Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 5: Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 4a (5G): Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 4a: Factory Image — OTA