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April Security Update addresses several issues for Pixel Users

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Google has just released the April security update for Pixel devices. The update brings critical vulnerability patches and addresses a bunch of known issues across all Pixel devices.

Google kicks off the new software upgrade to the eligible devices globally with the CP1A.260405.005 build number. Whereas, the Pixel 6 series in Australia is getting this update with the CP1A.260405.003.A1 firmware version. It is a small upgrade with a download size of 60MB; you can quickly install it on your device.

For compatibility, if you own a Pixel 6 or newer, you will receive the update on your device. The update is also available for the Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold.

In terms of changes, the update goes live with a bunch of enhancements and fixes, here’s the official changelog available on the Pixel Support page.

  • Apps
    • Fix for an issue where the Backup menu was missing from System settings in certain conditions*[2]
    • Fix for an issue that causes certain banking and third-party apps to crash in certain conditions*[1]
  • Display & Graphics
    • Fix for some games to crash in certain conditions*[4]
  • User Interface
    • Fix for an issue where the quick search bar is sometimes missing from the home screen in certain conditions*[1]
  • WiFi
    • Fix for Quick Share to crash during file transfers in certain conditions*[3]

Device Applicability

Fixes are available for all supported Pixel devices unless otherwise indicated below. Some fixes may be Carrier/Region specific.

*[1] Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10a
*[2] Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet
*[3] Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold
*[4] Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 10a

At the moment, the update is rolling out in a staged manner. You will receive the update OTA notification once available on your device. You can tap it to download the update, or go to Settings > System > Advanced > System update to install the new software.

You can also manually install the April 2026 update on your Pixel phone by sideloading the update. The factory images and OTA files are already available. But make sure to take a backup before sideloading the new software.

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Haneet is the Founder and Editor-In-Chief of YTECHB. He has a huge passion for tinkering with latest smartphones, wearables, smart home devices, smart TVs, and more. As an avid Apple Ecosystem user, he loves customizing his iPhone and iPad to suit his needs.For tips, you can connect Haneet at haneetsingh@outlook.comIn 2019, Haneet and the YTECHB team exclusively shared the wallpapers of iPhone 11 right before the launch event. In 2020, Haneet alongside his team members shared exclusive renders and official photos of two Samsung Galaxy smartphones - the Galaxy M11, and Galaxy M21. Later, the YTECHB team leaks information about Motorola's feature phones and Razr 3. In the last few months, our team shared Galaxy S24 Ultra leaks and more.You may come across with our work getting mentioned in The Times of India, India Today, Hindustan Times, NDTV, TechRadar, Digital Trends, Yahoo News, GSMArena, Android Authority, Android Central, Android Headlines, SamMobile, XDA, 9to5Google, and many other publications.He works across news, updates, features, guides, and more. If YTECHB writes about it, you can expect him to be involved in some way.

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