Google has released an update for its Android 14 Beta, labeled as Beta 1.1, which primarily aims to fix numerous bugs that have been found in the previous version. The company has identified that some of the bugs in the Beta 1 were too annoying to wait for the next Beta 2 update, which is scheduled for next month. Hence, Google has launched this interim Beta 1.1 version to address the issues and make the users’ experience smoother.

Android 14

While Android 14 is not expected to be released until later this year, Google is already making progress towards a stable version by releasing these beta updates for developers and early adopters to test and provide feedback.

The new build, UPB1.230309.017.A1 for Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a units on Verizon, and UPB1.230309.017 for all others will be rolled out over-the-air to Pixel 4a 5G and later models that have enrolled in the Android Beta Program. However, the company has warned that the rollout might take a few days or more to reach all eligible devices.

Users who have already enrolled in the Android 14 Beta program will receive the patch as an OTA update shortly. Alternatively, they can also download the OTA files manually from Google’s website to flash them onto their devices.

Google has listed down some of the bugs that have been fixed in this Beta 1.1 version, such as issues with system UI crashes while accessing the Wallpaper & Style screen, problems with fingerprint unlock, and non-display of the mobile network on the status bar. Additionally, the update has fixed issues related to SIM card or eSIM detection, activation, and Smart Lock display on the lock screen.

Bugs that have been fixed in the Android 14 Beta 1.1 update

  • Fixed an issue where the system UI crashed when trying to access the Wallpaper & Style screen either through the Settings app or by long-pressing from the home screen.
  • Fixed some issues that prevented fingerprint unlock from being used.
  • Fixed an issue where the status bar did not display the mobile network.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented a SIM card or eSIM from being detected or activated in some cases.
  • Fixed an issue where the lock screen displayed a message with an unresolved string placeholder when Smart Lock was enabled.

Overall, the release of Android 14 Beta 1.1 should be welcomed by those experiencing the aforementioned bugs. With the fixes in place, users can continue to test out the new features of the upcoming operating system without the frustration of these issues.

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