Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update is now rolling out to Pixel phones (and tablets) starting today. Preview build 5 was pushed live on Wednesday as part of Google’s Android Beta Program. It pushes through a handful of urgent bug fixes and totes the June 2025 Android security patch.
The Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update is rolling out via OTA (Over-The-Air) over the new few days, and users can wait for the roll out even they are using Beta 1 / 2 and other previous beta builds.
Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 Update -Supported Devices
The Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 OTA update is available for all Android Beta Program devices. That includes all these Pixel models:
- Google Pixel 9 Series
- Google Pixel 9a
- Google Pixel 8 Series
- Google Pixel Tablet
- Google Pixel Fold
- Google Pixel 7 Series
- Google Pixel 6 Series
To see if update is available, users can go to:
Settings > System > Software update > System update> Check for update.
Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 Change-log New Builds are now live!
With the release, the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update addresses the issue where the back button didn’t actually do anything at times. Among the affected applications were some popular apps such as WhatsApp, App Vault, and the main settings interface. Some individuals needed to hit the back button repeatedly or restart apps until it worked.
One of the biggest problems resolved in the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update is the launcher crash when swiping up from the bottom of the screen (especially when multitasking or launching apps).
More Changelogs in Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 Update
Per Google’s release notes, the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update also fixes the following:
Fixed Approve button on Device Admin settings went transparent, thus was not visible.
The lock screen sound would play even when the option for that sound was turned off (bug fixed).
These are two quality of life changes that should enhance the overall stability of the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update for those that use the software on a Pixel as their daily driver.
It is bundled up with June 2025 Android security patch.
Besides bug fixes, the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update is then pushed in with the June 2025 Android security patch, to help patch 16 security vulnerabilities of moderate to severe level. These patches resolves security vulnerabilities in multiple components and enhance the security of Pixel devices.
What is New in Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update:
Google has kept polishing and tending the Android 16 experience via these QPR (Quarterly Platform Release) updates. The Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 brings users better UI animations and faster UI responses, along with “faster” launcher rendering, however, the changelog also mentions some backend security fixes, so presumably, the update is not just superficial.
Also, if you are already a part of the beta program, it’s a must that you take the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 update as it packs the most recent stability improvements and bug fixes.
