Google has released the Android 13 QPR3 Beta 1 as part of its Feature Drop, which is now available to compatible Google Pixel devices. This latest beta version offers bug fixes, additional features, and performance optimizations, and will continue until Android 14 Beta kicks off. Participants in QPR3 Beta will automatically receive an OTA update to Android 14 Beta 1 when it becomes available, with no separate program opt-in required.

This new release comes in at 258MB and includes fixes for various issues, such as incorrect clock text color on the lock screen, Bluetooth audio problems, fingerprint icon display issues, and live wallpapers that couldn’t be selected or used. Additionally, widgets, app icon positions, and other configurable options on the home screen are no longer reset after installing an OTA update, and Face Unlock remains enrolled after updating.

Android 13

The following issues have been resolved in Android 13 QPR3 Beta 1:

  • Fixed an issue where the clock text on the lock screen was the wrong color.
  • Fixed an issue where Bluetooth audio wasn’t working on some devices.
  • Fixed an issue where the fingerprint icon that is normally displayed on screen to indicate the position of the fingerprint sensor erroneously changed to an exclamation point (!).
  • Fixed an issue where live wallpapers could not be selected or used.
  • Fixed an issue where widgets, app icon positions, and other configurable options on the home screen were reset after installing an OTA update.
  • Fixed an issue that caused a device to be unenrolled from Face Unlock after installing an OTA update.

However, Google has acknowledged that there are still some issues with the latest build, including potential camera blackouts when activated using the double press on the power button, unresponsiveness in the Recent apps list when the screen orientation is changed, and device reboots when activating or deactivating work profiles.

To try out the new beta, users need to enroll in the Android Beta Program and ensure that they are using a compatible Pixel device, such as the Pixel 4a, Pixel 5 and 5a, and Pixel 6 and 7 series. The latest beta update can then be downloaded through an OTA update or installed manually.

Overall, the Android 13 QPR3 Beta 1 release is a promising update that provides fixes and enhancements to the Google Pixel user experience. While there are still some known issues, Google’s commitment to improving the latest beta build is reassuring, and users can expect further improvements in future updates.

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