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A recent Google Play system update for Pixel devices, including the Pixel 10 series, has caused some bugs such as screen freezes and UI loading issues, but these problems are generally resolved after rebooting or plugging in the device. The update, focused on security and stability, has led to temporary glitches across several Pixel models.
After a three-month gap, Google is rolling out the January Google Play System update for Pixel phones, which was briefly withdrawn due to a storage bug. The update brings improvements to user experience, bug fixes, and support for Maps-related processes in apps, among other features. Google System updates aim to enhance device security and reliability. Users can check for the update on their Pixel phones, and auto-update preferences can be adjusted in Settings. Additionally, the latest February Pixel Android 14 update is being gradually rolled out to eligible Pixel devices, including the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2.
Pixel devices are experiencing a storage access issue following the January 2024 Google Play System Update, preventing users from accessing data stored in internal storage across all apps, impacting various functionalities. The update is not widely rolled out, primarily affecting Pixel 8, 7, and 6 series owners, and it remains to be seen how Google will resolve the problem for those affected.
Google has confirmed that there will be no December 2023 Google Play System Update. The next update will be rolled out in January 2024. Google Play System Updates, also known as Project Mainline module updates, are separate from Google Play Services updates and aim to deliver security updates to key OS components without relying on phone manufacturers. The upcoming update will include a fix for an internal crash issue related to the Android Runtime module.