Google drops Android 14 QPR1 with December 2023 patch

Google has rolled out an Android 14 QPR1 stable update and a big Feature Drop for several Pixel devices, including the Pixel 8, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel 7 series. The update brings a bunch of new features and improvements, as well as security patches for December 2023.

The update fixes 33 security issues, ranging from moderate to critical, that affect the Android framework, system, kernel, and media framework. It makes your smartphone more stable, secure, and reliable.

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In addition, the update also adds some new features including the ability to force an app into a specific aspect ratio on the Pixel Fold and Tablet, a new “Metro” lock screen clock, a particle effect when changing wallpapers, and weather information on the Clock app and widget. The Pixel Launcher also has some tweaks to the Search preferences and settings shortcut.

The update is available as an OTA for the supported Pixel devices. Users can check for the update by going to Settings >> System >> Advanced >> System update.

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