Google has released Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3.1, an update focused entirely on bug fixes rather than new features. While no fresh functions are added, the patch clears a long list of frustrating issues that many Pixel users have faced.
For instance, Pixel devices will no longer restart unexpectedly due to Wi-Fi glitches. The media player on the lock screen will stop vanishing at random, and notifications in the shade will no longer overlap like rush-hour passengers in a crowded bus. Google has also fixed strange graphic errors on foldables, quirks with the ambient light sensor, and even a bug that caused text input to suddenly stop working.
The update, marked build number BP31.250610.009.009.A1, is rolling out to all Pixel devices from the Pixel 6 onwards. With the stable release expected on September 3, Beta 3.1 may well be the final test version before Android 16 QPR1 goes official.
In short, Google is tightening the screws, clearing the clutter, and making sure the road to release is as smooth as possible.
Android 16 QPR1 Beta 3.1 — Key Fixes
- Fixed device restarts and stability issues caused by Wi-Fi by improving network statistics handling.
- Resolved crashes in Context Hub (low-power sensor component) caused by memory overuse, with better memory allocation and leak prevention.
- Restored missing pinned apps and search bar on the home screen after switching between screens.
- Fixed notification overlaps in the shade with improved animations.
- Eliminated unexpected device restarts.
- On foldables, Quick Settings no longer gets cut off or misaligned due to incorrect camera cutout handling.
- Corrected status bar alignment between Quick Settings and the main panel.
- Fixed system freezes or crashes during unlock caused by the ambient light sensor in the camera; a non-blocking data method has been introduced.
- Media player on the lock screen now stays visible and responsive.
- Fixed notification panel being overlapped by expanding app windows.
- Media player in notifications no longer disappears or gets cut when rotating the screen.
- Switching from voice call to video call now handles audio properly.
- Fixed semi-transparent black bars appearing on the home screen after exiting full-screen apps.
- Addressed crashes and reboots during and after OTA updates.
- Fixed widgets failing to load when searching for outdated app files.
- Resolved a bug where text input stopped working due to input process conflicts.
- Fixed system crashes caused by Context Hub memory overflow.
- Eliminated Bluetooth crashes caused by the “Unimplemented Packet Type” error.
- Fixed memory bug that caused dropped calls or system crashes when changing audio playback speed.
- Removed brief screen flickers when launching apps from the notification shade.
- Fixed crashes when using media functions, particularly when connecting to a PC for file transfers.
