Google’s January 2023 security patch details [Changelog]

Google recently released the January 2023 security patch update for the Pixel 4a, 4a 5G, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7 and 7 Pro. In this update, Google added Spatial Audio with certain devices and accessories and some other innovations. You can check the complete changelog which is mentioned below.

Changelog:

Use the following device key to interpret the Pixel January 2023 changelog:

Fixes are available for all supported Pixel devices unless otherwise indicated below.

  • *[1] Included on Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro
  • *[2] Included on Pixel 6a, Pixel 7
  • *[3] Included on Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro

Audio

  • Add support for Spatial Audio with certain devices and accessories *[1]

Biometrics

  • Additional improvements for fingerprint recognition and response in certain conditions *[2]

Bluetooth

  • Fix for issue occasionally preventing certain Bluetooth Low Energy devices or accessories from pairing or reconnecting
  • Fix for issue preventing audio from playing over certain headphones or accessories while connected in certain conditions

Camera

  • Fix for issue occasionally causing captured photos to appear corrupted or distorted while zoomed in *[3]

Display & Graphics

  • Fix for issue occasionally preventing the display from waking or appearing turned off while the device is powered on *[3]

User Interface

  • Fix for issue occasionally causing UI to display in landscape layout while the device is held in portrait mode

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