So finally the 2nd beta update of Android 17 is rolling out on Pixel phones. This is the update everyone has been waiting for. Through this, most of the problems that were seen in Android 17 beta 1 will be fixed. So what will happen through this update and how long will it reach all users?
Android 17 Beta 2 Update
The rolling out of Android 17 Beta 2 has started at the end of February. This is going to be a small update for anyone who has already received the first beta version. Recently a new update has been released which is Beta 2 and its version number is CP21.260206.011. The file size is about 500 MB. It will be available to whoever joins the beta program gradually.
Android 17 Beta 2 Compatible Devices
This update is going to be compatible from Pixel 6 to Pixel 10 series. That is, like:
- Google Pixel 6
- Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Google Pixel 6a
- Google Pixel 7 Series
- Google Pixel 8 Series
- Google Pixel 9 Series
- Google Pixel 10 Series
Android 17 release date
If this question is also coming in your mind, that by when will all the users i.e. users of other smartphone brands get this update. It is estimated that the Android 17 update will be released by mid-2026. That means it will gradually roll out to all eligible devices till 2026.
What’s New in Android 17 Beta 2 Update
Some problem fixing has been done in Android 17 Beta 2. As the system’s animations will be even smoother because the animations that are there have been refined. Beta 1 had a battery draining issue which has been fixed. App launch is going to be faster than ever and much smoother as the animations as mentioned have been optimized.
System stability has been increased. In the earlier version, Crush issues was seen as a gaming app or a camera app, he is seen fixing here. The thermal management of the device has been greatly improved due to which the throttling of gaming and video recording is seen to be very controlled.
Apart from this, minor upgrades are also seen in places like quick settings, lock screen wallpaper, fonts and icons. Some users wanted an iPhone-like battery health option, so here it is, which can be a game-changing option for Android users. Apart from this, the February 2026 security patch is available and bug fixing has also been done.
Install Requirements
Since this is a one page update, make sure to make a backup before installing the update. By the way, keep enough battery charge while updating. To manually check if this update has arrived on your device, go to Settings, About Phone and check the Android version.
How to Opt Out? (Beta to Stable)
If you see something then go to Settings > About phone > Android version you will get a separate option of bug report where you can give feedback. If you don’t want to play the beta version i.e. want to come to the stable version then go to “g.co/androidbeta” and opt out. For more updates please follow Rnsp News.
