Google has released the July 2023 Android security update, which is now rolling out to Google Pixel phones and the newly released Pixel Tablet. While this update focuses mainly on bug fixes and security enhancements, users shouldn’t expect any major new features until the launch of Android 14 later this year.

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What’s New in the July Android Security Update for Google Pixel Devices

The update includes two specific fixes for the Pixel Tablet, addressing issues related to battery and charging performance as well as occasional display problems with lock screen notifications. These improvements aim to enhance the overall user experience on the Pixel Tablet.

In terms of security, Google has published the Android Security Bulletin for July, which consists of two patch levels: July 1 and July 5. The July 1 patches address vulnerabilities in the Android framework, system, and Wi-Fi, including some marked as critical severity. The July 5 patches provide vendor-specific fixes and close a total of 20 vulnerabilities, with one critical vulnerability identified (CVE-2023-21629).

The Android 13 July security patch is now rolling out to various Pixel devices, including the Pixel 4a, 4a 5G, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, and Tablet. Notably, the update size varies, with the Pixel Tablet receiving a 23.27MB update and the Pixel 7 getting a 21.67MB update.

This update also marks the first regular security update for the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet, both of which were announced at Google I/O in May and started shipping in June. While the update is currently rolling out to Google Pixel devices, some Samsung handsets have already received it. Users can easily check for the update by going to Settings > System > System update on their Pixel devices.

Overall, the July Android security update brings important bug fixes, security enhancements, and specific improvements for the Pixel Tablet, ensuring a smoother and more secure experience for Google Pixel users.

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