Google releases Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixels with audio and printing fixes
This Wednesday, Google made the Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 available to users enrolled in the testing program. The new build, identified as CP31.260403.005.A1, focuses on stability fixes and resolving technical issues reported by the community. Compatible Dispositivos Pixel receive the update via OTA (Over-The-Air), without the need for manual user actions.
Esta version does not introduce visual changes to the interface or new features for the end user. The release marks the beginning of the quarterly update cycle for Android 17, succeeding Android 17 Beta 4 and paving the way for Feature Drop scheduled for September 2026.
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Problemas fixed in this update
The QPR1 Beta 1 build resolves four critical flaws identified in previous releases. The default print service experienced interruptions when the ink level was low, preventing users from completing print jobs. The Terminal application generated non-response errors (ANR), causing system crashes and affecting the overall device experience.
In the audio area, hardware processing caused audible distortion in VoIP calls, compromising the quality of voice communications. Além also caused direct audio output to fail on long-running streams in HAL AIDL, limiting the functionality of applications that rely on this technology.
- Print Serviço fixed to work with low ink level
- Terminal no unresponsive errors that crashed the device
- VoIP audio without distortion or unwanted phase cancellation
- Saída direct audio released for streams longer than five seconds
Compatibilidade with Pixel devices
The system image is available for a wide range of Pixel devices. Compatible models include Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a, 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold and Android emulator. Participantes from the beta program receives the update automatically with no intervention required.
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Google recommends that users interested in maintaining the stable version of Android 17 avoid installing this beta, as returning to the stable version requires complete data wiping from the device. Essa precaution ensures that only testers willing to deal with potential instabilities participate in the program.
Como join the testing program
Usuários interested in testing the Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 must access the Android Beta program for Pixel through the official Google website. The sign-up process is simple and allows any owner of a compatible device to participate in testing. Reading the release notes before installation is strongly recommended to avoid surprises.
Próximas steps and update schedule
Google plans to release the next rounds of betas with performance optimizations and security patches from April 2026. Usuários can provide feedback on issues found through the Android Beta Feedback app or in the official Reddit community, directly contributing to the refinement of the final version of Android 17. The continuous testing cycle ensures that the stable version reaches the public with improved quality and stability.
