What to Expect from Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1
As with any beta release, there may be a few bugs and known issues to be aware of. However, this update also includes a number of exciting new features and improvements. Some of the highlights include:
Improved performance and stability Enhanced security features New user interface design Additional privacy options
How to Get Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1
If you’re a part of the Android Beta program, you should receive an over-the-air (OTA) update on your eligible device (Pixel 4a and newer) sometime tonight. Alternatively, you can download the image files or OTAs directly from Google’s downloads site.
How to Download
Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1 system images are now available for a range of Pixel devices, including the Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, and Pixel 7 Pro. Additionally, the beta can also be accessed through the Android Emulator. This marks the first beta release of the QPR2 update, with a stable release expected in March. This update includes a number of new features and improvements, as well as a few known issues. Users can download the beta directly from Google’s downloads site or wait for the over-the-air update to arrive on their eligible devices.
Known Issues with Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1
As with any beta release, there may be a few issues to be aware of. The full list of known issues can be found below:
The list of Recent apps sometimes becomes unresponsive if the screen orientation is changed while the list is open In some cases, entering and exiting Picture-in-picture (PiP) mode from an app after changing the screen orientation may cause the system Settings app to crash with a “Settings keeps stopping” message An issue with the System UI can sometimes cause the Home screen to become unresponsive After switching back to Normal video capture mode from Slow Motion mode in the Google Camera app, the app may continue capturing slow-motion video if the capture speed was changed while in Slow Motion mode
We hope you’re as excited as we are about the latest update to Android 13! Happy beta testing!
