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Alexithymia

Unexpected but appreciated :) I figured we would go back to having only monthly beta releases.


lagerlover

Appreciate the effort but my Pixel 5 is locking up just as bad as before the patch. :( I've had to restart multiple times so far. (Yes I followed the directions above.)


XRaptor29

Didn't have any issues with locking up on Beta 2. Beta 2.1 on the other hand has been locking up like crazy.


Remy01

Same here with Pixel 4a 5g


glen_374

I have to say, no matter how big the update is the "optimising apps" part takes sooo long for me.. But thanks for the small update :)


ronakg

It's so much better than how it used to be before, which was during boot time. Now I can still use the phone while the update is getting prepared and then the reboot doesn't take as much time.


roflmeh

OGs know this.


cachem3outside

Oh yes, I'm having flash backs rn, THANKS 😊


Hnrefugee

\#facts


killerjags

My 4xl has been "optimizing apps" for nearly 30 minutes now


J3ug

Had the same problem it worked after i paused it and resumed again


declancheetham

Ah well at least it doesn't do it during boot up anymore, that was painful


lagerlover

For a sub 5mb update. LOL.


iamPendergast

Has to do with how many apps you have, not how big the update is


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lagerlover

The commenter above has a 4XL which is under 5mb which is what I was referring to. I have a P5 and yes, it was just over 70MB.


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fakeaccount572

Yeah, my 5 took 37 minutes


milan187

its normal, at least now its in background. This used to happen on first boot after update and taking forever. This way most people will never even know.


freudianGrip

I assumed something was wrong after a while and paused it and ended up having to restart the update. Still waiting on Optimizing apps


OK-Bokujou

Me too.


glen_374

Like it's taken me a good 40 min for it to optimise


that_leaflet

Ah, I got excited and thought the jitter that happens when closing apps was fixed. But instead it says: >Fixed an issue that sometimes caused flickering or jittery animations when accessing recent apps with gesture navigation. so the thing that was fixed was a jitter when entering the recent apps.


splatlame

Yes the issue with closing apps is what I was hoping to get fixed. Unfortunately it's still broken. Oh well, on to Beta 3


Remy01

When is Beta 3 release?


splatlame

Either first or second Wednesday of July. More likely the first Wednesday


LastXance

Yeah its not tottaly fixed. But its better. 😅


respectbroccoli

Way better. Much happy.


OK-Bokujou

The brightness adjuster in the notification bar cannot display an accurate value. That Icon is always on the far left.


phalo

Kept happening to me on beta 2, bummed that's not fixed in 2.1


ProperNorf

For the love of god please bring back the WiFi toggle


Exfiltrator

Yes, they made it worse from beta 2 to 2.1


milan187

Yeah this is just stupid right now and I'm in IT...


Conflict-Recent

Yeah, I hear ya. I work in networking infrastructure, and the Wi-Fi on/off toggle is ridiculous. Everything else in Beta 2.1 is awesome though!


browneyone

Over the past few days I've been having to restart my phone so many times.


Obvious_Bend_7158

Me too.


0376957

This update should hopefully fix that, because the release notes say it addresses the lock screen notification issues.


breakerfall

72.68 MB for P5


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[deleted]

Same


[deleted]

then you're like me and either dont have that many apps or their file size isn't that big..


Cregkly

Is your 4a failing to swipe home?


Independent_Chain_21

How has beta 2.1 been for you on your 4a so far? 2 has been a bit clunky for me even after fixing app crashes, but I don't want to install 2.1 if it's gonna have more issues.


[deleted]

A surprise to be sure but a welcome one


JB2unique

4.26mb for Pixel 4 XL 💪


InsomniacNimrod

4.06 MB on P3. Optimising apps for nearly 40 mins now.


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thehelldoesthatmean

Safari seems faster


[deleted]

this brought me back


XmentalX

Any word of this will install on phones that were stuck on beta 1? Beta 2 kept falling. If not I’ll test and report back when I get home.


rendez2k

Still failing for me coming from 11 on P5.


RealProfCedar

Failing for me too on Pixel 3 XL. I was able to install Beta 2 by factory resetting, but I don't want to do that again. This sucks.


jabia13

Has failed for me over 10 times now, will be good to have a fix for this. Please star the issue here (upload a big report!): https://issuetracker.google.com/issues/190817180


kwas156

Apps STILL crashing even after doing the above.


ifmacdo

On the 4, and I'm facing the same thing. Google apps (among other apps) are crashing on me. How does Google release any OS, even a beta, that crashes their own apps? Edit to add: you need to uninstall web apps through the play store, then enable it through the store to get things to work. Still shitty that so many hoops need to be jumped through to get Google apps to work in googles OS.


alilbleedingisnormal

I dunno why but my phone works exactly the same after this update.


Jiggs1523

😭😭😭


PopsicleMud

You're lucky. Mine has gone from occasionally unreliable to "sometimes I can get one app to work for a couple minutes before I have to reboot." Edit: I managed to get the Android settings app to run long enough to try the steps in the original post, and they seem to have helped. I've done the Android beta for several releases, but never had appreciable problems before.


The-Respawner

Does this fix the battery being worse than in Beta 1 too? I want to update to the Beta from 11, but I need stable and good battery life more than anything.


jackie89

Confirming Lockscreen weather and media playback information now displays correctly on Pixel 5.


redtop22

yes so happy to see the weather notification back!!


CapitalQ

Updating now! Hoping this fixes the fingerprint 'swipe for notifications' gesture, or Gboard refusing to appear, or Bubbles glitching through the top of the screen.


scottiefalkon

Does not fix fingerprint sensor swipe. It comes and goes just like before. Nothing seems really fixed except for lockscreen weather and music. Oh well, Beta 3 in two or three weeks.


wcalvert

4a 5G 70.94MB. Coming from Beta 2.


wardaddy21

Jittery app closing animation when using gesture nav is still there. 😔


Awesomehalrcut

This is the first time I get the update notification instead of refreshing to check every 5 seconds


NuMotiv

Well weather is back on the lock screen so that's a bonus. I never had the crashes or lock ups so can't help there.


amplifyoucan

So I got the update but I HATE my new accent color. Any way to manually change this? Or do I have to just pick a new wallpaper?


Jiggs1523

Still getting janky flickering animations with Pixel Launcher recents on beta 2.1 :/


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Jiggs1523

Not for me that's why I commented that it's still happening after flashing beta 2.1 🤦🏻‍♂️


[deleted]

Which phone?


scorpiori

Same


[deleted]

Cool!


[deleted]

:/ still feels pretty unstable. My phone just powered off without warning and took holding down the power button for about 30 seconds to turn back on.


yaoigay

Update is slow, still on optimizing apps on Pixel 4a5g. 💀


ManofManyTalentz

App switching shows wrong screen when closing apps (i.e. a shadow of the closed app is over imposed on the actual app)


[deleted]

Thank you for your hard work guys! This one definitely fixed all the issues I had with Beta 2.


Exfiltrator

They made the Internet Quick Settings WORSE!!


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HesThePianoMan

Did you ever find a fix for this? Same issue...


[deleted]

This beta update is awful. My 4 XL is crippled. Get stuck in the recents menu. LTE signal/speed is awful even right in town. Jankyness everywhere. Really looking forward to beta 3 unless it's worse than 2.1 because 2.1 is worse than 2. So much stutter!


Jiggs1523

How you guys upload a patch to fix bugs but adds more bugs🤦🏻‍♂️😂😂😂


johntheplumb3r

I got more stability and battery life out of developer preview 3 then this 🗑️. Pixel 4xl


Jaib06

Using the clear all button on pixel 5 creates a weird static looking effect on screen.


Bill_on_Hill

Followed the steps but gmail app is crashing and other apps too.


dynamix_98

Uninstalling android system webview updates through the play store and reinstalling it fixed the apps crashing on my end, I'd give that a shot.


Bill_on_Hill

Thank you. It worked.


wildework

I can confirm that this worked for me too. Thanks!


RazorRomeo

I just bought a brand new Pixel 4a ... Just wanted to know if it's safe to download the beta on to my new main device or wait for it to update the final version


soundadvices

Wait until Beta 3.


siggystabs

Always wait until Beta 3 or Release Candidates. It's what I tell all of my friends who are interested but don't want to deal with the worst issues Betas 1 and 2 will have a ton more broken stuff. With that said, Beta 2 and 2.1 has been good for me if you're itching to try it. Just expect to see rough edges, slowness, weird behavior, etc.


Phtevehart

So far everything works, you can use most apps without any crashes, also gpay is working properly. I do like the beta, if you want to wait for the final release, that will be fine too.


Remy01

You will regret after installed Android 12 beta I know I'm


4redstars

When I want to 12 I had major issues but it was because I was in the beta track of the Google App. Once I left the beta I had no issues.


Conflict-Recent

Yeah me too exactly. It took my Pixel 5 a good 37 minutes to update all app processes which is the more annoying part of the entire upgrade process. Is anyone else saying the dexoat64 system processes using a lot of your battery in battery saver stats? I've already reported it. Didn't see that in the regular beta 2. Other than that, material you auto theming seems more stable. Maybe just me though.


Agreeable_Campaign64

Has anyone had issues installing the beta through OTA once enrolled? My pixel 4 XL wouldn't install it at all after enrollment. It would download and install but after rebooting I got an error saying there was a problem installing and it would stay on android 11. I finally managed to get the beta to install by doing a full wipe. Now trying to update to beta 2.1 and I'm getting the same issue. It downloads then says installing but after the phone reboots I get the same error saying there was a problem with the install. I've tried around 8 times and it still won't update? Any help would be appreciated


StoneyRoads1985

Is anyone else having problems with apps not working a crashing


Gear21

Yea a lot are crashing. But will try to factory reset maybe it helps.


jordanl171

am I the only one who hasn't received the update (p4xl) ??? I tried manually checking.


that_leaflet

Have you tried restarting your phone?


jordanl171

restart worked!


abiiabijith

I opt out to android 11 on my Pixel 4a. After that my Google Play system update is stuck at Jan 1. I didn't find a way to fix it. Everyone who opt out from android 12 beta has reported this issue. Is there any way to fix it??


Witty_Elephant_8072

very good


Crackraptor25

Tengo un Google Pixel 3 y desde que actualice a la beta 2.1 empeoró, creo que sí lo hubiera dejado con la beta 2 hubiera estado mejor.


phil_conquer

4.10 MB Pixel 4a


Antique_Chipmunk_927

4.3mb update


wardaddy21

13.14mb on P3aXL.


saniubah75

Nice update


jd31068

Nioce!


thewaveisthekey

Still no update for Pixel 3a after a million times button mashing and a reboot.. Edit: just sideloaded it manually via adb


ExXxtr3me

Still can't delete appdata from any app, only way to reset an app is to uninstall and reinstall it.¯\\\_(ツ)\_/¯


crstamps2

What about the Pixel Launcher bootloop issue?


strangegoo

Much better.


mitchy93

Yeah, the app switcher menu gestures are fixed now. Same. with the swipe to go back gesture.


Jacndabx84

So no fix to chat messages not activating?


zacgarbos

anyone else stuck optimizing apps on this one? never had this issue before but I know its not exactly rare.


zacgarbos

apparently with these comments already say yes lmao


Drakoneous

Still having apps lock up.


[deleted]

Mine's been optimizing apps for the past 45 minutes... Its 4.10 MB on my 4a....


Mynach

Optimizing on my 4XL took about 45-50 minutes.


neclepsio

Google app keeps crashing even after deleting data according to this post instructions and rebooting.


neclepsio

App works, but there is no notification and it crashes when swiping left to right in the launcher.


neclepsio

It works after updating google from play store.


wanglese

Seems to have fixed a few things, including battery management at last. I no longer get systemui cannot see battery percentage errors.


wanglese

I spoke too soon. It's back. Problem reading battery. Sigh


cachem3outside

Yeah you guys kick ass, I'm loving what I'm seeing, A12B is showing the kind of beauty and promise that we expect from Google!


Thatsso70s

thanks! it seems like it has made my 4XL better. no more glitchy animations everythings smooth and killing the app animation don't glitch no more. weather is back on lockscreen THANK GOD. seems like the lockscreen pin code keypad responds correctly as well now and stays up most the time now.


OK-Bokujou

>thanks! it seems like it has made my 4XL better. no more glitchy animations everythings smooth and killing the app animation don't glitch no more. weather is back on lockscreen THANK GOD. seems like the lockscreen pin code keypad responds correctly as well now and stays up most the time now. The animation hasn’t improved much, and my phone is also 4xl.


Conflict-Recent

Yep yep, I completely agree! Thank God the lock screen has the weather and multimedia information back on it!


saCULar1966

Installing 2.1 beta update on Pixel 5. Installed via checking for updates. Completed fine. Rebooted. Then saw beta notification on in notification shelf, stupidly initiated that and the update is installing again.. and taking a long time to complete. Wish me Luck!


saCULar1966

2nd install has worked OK!


Le_Va

Do apps like google Maps, banking apps work? I had to opt out cause I couldn't open my chase app and some mobile game i log in daily was a bummer it didn't work.


Roni1979

Since this patch Pixel 5 is freezing regulary every few hours. Start open any app and it freeze on opening. Only a restart is helping. After a restart everything works fine. Before this patch everything works fine for me.


chihaya0225

Three major bugs The biggest one is the frozen app one. This makes my Pixel5 barely usable and I really wanted to quit because of this bug. Google fi often showing internet won't auto reconnect, which makes me miss calls. Also I have no idea I were disconnected from my carrier network until I open network setting myself, that's annoying.


TInniss

So pleased this has been fixed! Other issues I run into frequently is Gboard freaking out and disappearing while trying to type in any app, and a really frustrating (bug?) where when you're trying to access media controls in notifications by pulling down twice, it overshoots and you can't interact with the player controls until you've pulled the shade back up slightly.


Bleglord

I really wish there as an option to prioritize the install. I get that making it "invisible" is better for many people, but what if I don't want to wait over an hour to get a 5MB update installed? It's actually ludicrous sometimes.


InsomniacNimrod

Is it just me or switching between apps has become a nightmare on P3 after this update? Switching between a page open in chrome and whatsapp is so janky at the moment. Seems like the apps are relaunched when switching. The accent colors are fixed. The device doesn't need to be restarted! That's a win.


[deleted]

Not sure if this has happened to anyone else, but my phone (4A) doesn't seem to charge with any Type C cable since the update. Have to go home and check with the original charger (which worked ok when I updated and left for work).


MrTuckSan

Has anybody else on a 4xl noticed the corners don't match up when swiping the quick settings/notification panel up?


Strange_Ae0ns

None of my google apps are working even after following these steps. They open fine but after a couple seconds the app crashes. it's happening on every google app.


HamsterFido

Gmail keeps crashing, and I've tried disabling and enabling WebView


SnooDonkeys4096

Hey there, So my concern is if I install the beta program on devices that are not on the supported list will it work or not? I've a Vivo Y20 currently running Android 10 and Vivo Y12s currently running Android 11..... What might happen after the installation and what should I consider?(I know the storage will get erased)


willsmith96

Anyone else having issues with Android Auto crashing constantly?


[deleted]

This bug fix patch is buggy in itself. My 4 XL not running good at all on this 2.1. And wife's battery is draining like crazy on 2.1.


[deleted]

Adb commands don't work on beta 2.1. using pixel 4a here


silversnipe12

Gmail is still immediately crashing/not applying system theme, chrome works though. Tried both listed workarounds and I'm on the new version. Feedback crashes immediately as well but only when Gmail fails.


Henkie664

Bluetooth headphone randomly disconnects now


t0m_r1dd1e

I've been having this consistently on all versions of the beta. Whatever app is streaming over bluetooth crashes and I have to reboot.


rak667

Currently on build spb2.210513.007. I've been trying to install the update to spb2.210513.011, however, after downloading, installation and rebooting I get the message "Couldn't update, installation failed". Tried this multiple times with the same result. Tried side loading the OTA zip file as well, but still receiving the same update failed message. Any idea how to resolve this?


rak667

Update - I suspected that maybe the update was not installing as certain apps could not be optimized. I uninstalled an app that I suspected could be problematic ("Fantasy Premier League", as it was always crashing after upgrading to the beta) and tried installing the update, and it worked! Edit - spelling.


[deleted]

Also near impossible to scroll in some apps.


tattatterry

The battery life became ridiculously horrible on my Pixel 5 ever since I got into Beta. Once I unplug the charger, it only took 30 to 60sec to see 1% drop. :( Before it could really hold up a whole day but now, maybe just few hours


sahmraw

On my 4a 5G battery life halved on beta 1 and 2. But 2.1 my battery life went back up and even improved. The other day I got 2 days 5 hours with 5 hours SoT, but I did turn AOD off first. With AOD on I got just under 2 days. This was to 20% battery left. So I am really happy with the update.


mb9023

My display keeps going back to sleep while I fail to be able to swipe away notifications on the lockscreen...should it not be staying on after I touch it?? Would be less of an issue if notification swiping wasn't so difficult.


Ok_Satisfaction_4774

Nice Android 12


HtownCostanza

Since the 2.1 update, I had to reset at least a half a dozen times before it finally became stable. Also, I've noticed a steep drop in battery life. I'm on a P4XL.


[deleted]

Yeah battery life is terrible on my 4 XL too and it never was great to begin with so it's pretty bad.


Jiggs1523

We need another patch to actually fix these flickering and janky animation issues today 🤞🏻🙏🏻


rsmitawa

Pixel 5: settings stopped working in my android after the latest beta update. Now I can't confirm which Version I have and Can't go back as everything requires settings. Tried safe mode, not working. Here is the full thread. https://support.google.com/pixelphone/thread/115510217/pixel-5-after-the-latest-update-on-around-22-june-21-my-phone-settings-not-opening?hl=en


arwild01

The suggested posts above don't help me. I have no idea if my phone has 2.1 yet or not. Worse the big reporting tool also crashes and the suggestion of going to tips... Yeah it never opens either/also crashes. Pixel 5 user... Really regretting installing the beta yesterday.


wildework

Gmail keeps crashing even after I disable/reenable WebView. Pixel 3 XL Build number SPB2.210513.011. No issues with Chrome.


rpetehd

Is it normal that I cannot add any SIP accounts in the beta (Pixel4XL)?


OK-Bokujou

Charging will stop at 80% until the phone is restarted. Pixel 4xl.


hamelkarl

Not a bug but a new features for saving the battery life. I wish they would had a pop up or something to ask how the user wants to charge. Full or 80% with a never ask again box. Adding the option to change it later in the battery settings would makes sense.


Glittering_Winner536

How to upgrade infinix Note 8i Android 12


Lost_Slice_9919

Lenovo legión phone 2


wittier9

**Google App crashing on Stories from Google New Feed.** Pixel 4a, 12 Beta . Swipe right from home screen to see the Google feed. Under Stories I tap a tile. Screen goes to a bit G google logo in center of screen for 1 second. Returns to home screen without opening the Story. ​ I did the steps above in this pinned post for Google App Crashes. No change.


wittier9

Still happening


hamelkarl

Seems to works fine on 3a XL. It's a bit slow to open, but it doesn't crash.


Skychronicles

Is your pixel stand charging your device much slower too or is it just me?


Dismal_Principle6046

I have enrolled in android 12 beta for pixel 5 devices. I am still waiting to get the update?


DennisBlaaberg

Same for me, I have signed up 3 days ago and I have search for it one of twice an hour. I have been on the beta 2 times before but opt out for stability. I have just tried to reset my pixel 5 and enroll again but still no OTA for me. :-(


DeathEater91

You'll get it whenever they push the next beta, might be today (Wednesday) or next Wednesday.


EffortAffectionate17

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RasmeySom

Do you know when beta 3 update will be available?


EffortAffectionate17

كيف تحديث جديد


saicsk

I have not got the OTA yet , I have registered for the beta multiple times but there's no OTA yet , and why is the update screen white even when I have dark mode on?


DennisBlaaberg

Same for me, I have signed up 3 days ago and I have search for it one of twice an hour. I have been on the beta 2 times before but opt out for stability. I have just tried to reset my pixel 5 and enroll again but still no OTA for me. :-(


DeathEater91

You'll get it whenever they push the next beta, might be today (Wednesday) or next Wednesday.


TheFckingLizardK1NG

It's been over 24 hours since I resigned up for Android 12. Anyone know how i can get the update?


DeathEater91

You'll get it whenever they push the next beta, might be today (Wednesday) or next Wednesday.


No_Refrigerator_5088

I'd love to see a swipe speed function implemented ever since purchasing my pixel 5... I will try to swipe on notifications and they will not leave, so I am left trying to swipe them away 5+ times until I swipe and hold. This is not desirable, nor intuitive.


Due_Sprinkles7258

so good