So, I picked up a new unlocked 4a from BestBuy today. Before I set it up, I want to know if I should let the phone upgrade to Android 11 or try to keep it on 10? I know there have been some problems with 11. What's the opinion on this?
woody1 said:
So, I picked up a new unlocked 4a from BestBuy today. Before I set it up, I want to know if I should let the phone upgrade to Android 11 or try to keep it on 10? I know there have been some problems with 11. What's the opinion on this?
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My opinion is to wait for the November or December update and then upgrade to Android 11.
I'm still on Android 10
woody1 said:
So, I picked up a new unlocked 4a from BestBuy today. Before I set it up, I want to know if I should let the phone upgrade to Android 11 or try to keep it on 10? I know there have been some problems with 11. What's the opinion on this?
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No issues with A11; Oct update smoothed out a few rough edges that weren't that jagged to begin with. Every update brings drama from the fringes. Gotta decide what camp you fall into.
Are there any Android Auto issues with the current version of 11? I think there were some at one point. BTW, I'm upgrading from an OG Pixel XL which is still going strong.
Weird mine came with 11 out of the box.
Limeybastard said:
Weird mine came with 11 out of the box.
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You're in the UK? I think your release date was later than other countries so that's probably why.
WAusJackBauer said:
You're in the UK? I think your release date was later than other countries so that's probably why.
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I'm based in USA although an expat. I bought mine from Best Buy today.
Just my 2 cents. I just got my 4a yesterday and it came with 10, i updated to 11 during setup. I have ZERO issues. I was actually a little worried reading stories about issues, but i don't have a single issue.
tCizler said:
Just my 2 cents. I just got my 4a yesterday and it came with 10, i updated to 11 during setup. I have ZERO issues. I was actually a little worried reading stories about issues, but i don't have a single issue.
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Of course you didn't. For every negative report there are vastly larger numbers of perfectly happy users. Widespread issues draw a huge response over multiple boards that easily stand out from run-of-the-mill grumbling.
DB126 said:
No issues with A11; Oct update smoothed out a few rough edges that weren't that jagged to begin with. Every update brings drama from the fringes. Gotta decide what camp you fall into.
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Plus if you DO have problems after "use 10 for a bit, install 11" then you'll probably end up factory resetting and doing all your reinstallation, config again.
(I recall from back when i could be bothered fiddling with cyanogenmod that nobody was interested in bug reports if you did a "dirty flash" - you had to do a factory reset first as it cured all sorts of problems. i wonder if google doesn't test stuff properly and you end up in the same situation and that's why factory resetting fixes so many problems).
The devices came with 10/11 based basically of release date in your state/region you live. I for example live in Italy and I bought mine from Google directly. It arrived 8 Oct with already 11 installed and with Oct security patch. No issue here with 11, as the major part of the other people. Let's say that's generally is expected to have some problems when there is a major release come out, as with any other software piece, not only android, but generally a couple of update fix all. And it seems so with Google security patch too.
I've decided to go ahead and update to 11. I assume that the pending update is for the Oct release,, but the notification doesn't show which release it is, only that it's for v11. I don't really want to factory reset before the update. Does anybody think it's a good idea to do a reset first?
woody1 said:
I've decided to go ahead and update to 11. I assume that the pending update is for the Oct release,, but the notification doesn't show which release it is, only that it's for v11. I don't really want to factory reset before the update. Does anybody think it's a good idea to do a reset first?
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On Android 11 because phone shipped with it .
Should be no need to reset first.
No touch screen issues with Spigen protector.
Android auto works fine with the assistant lagging from time to time. However that could have been due to poor service....
woody1 said:
I've decided to go ahead and update to 11. I assume that the pending update is for the Oct release,, but the notification doesn't show which release it is, only that it's for v11. I don't really want to factory reset before the update. Does anybody think it's a good idea to do a reset first?
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It's best to factory reset AFTER updating.
Also I'm fairly sure by now every region would have the October security update.
I did the update this afternoon. The update was for the September release, but then there was a 2nd update which brought it up to October. The phone seems to be running well after the updates. It seems a little zippier than before.
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I mainly use my iPhone 7 plus and haven't used this phone since like two weeks after release. When I switched to this two days ago I got one up date and it has taken me to security patch of may 1 but when I check for software updates it says I'm up to date.
Is there a way to maybe reset the asking process cause it seems like it's not actually checking but rather just saying up to date.
paniro187 said:
I mainly use my iPhone 7 plus and haven't used this phone since like two weeks after release. When I switched to this two days ago I got one up date and it has taken me to security patch of may 1 but when I check for software updates it says I'm up to date.
Is there a way to maybe reset the asking process cause it seems like it's not actually checking but rather just saying up to date.
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Change the date on the phone you can only check every 24 hours
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paniro187 said:
I mainly use my iPhone 7 plus and haven't used this phone since like two weeks after release. When I switched to this two days ago I got one up date and it has taken me to security patch of may 1 but when I check for software updates it says I'm up to date.
Is there a way to maybe reset the asking process cause it seems like it's not actually checking but rather just saying up to date.
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You can always download firmware from sammobile and flash to your device using odin.
jerrycoffman45 said:
Change the date on the phone you can only check every 24 hours
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Worked thanks
paniro187 said:
I mainly use my iPhone 7 plus and haven't used this phone since like two weeks after release. When I switched to this two days ago I got one up date and it has taken me to security patch of may 1 but when I check for software updates it says I'm up to date.
Is there a way to maybe reset the asking process cause it seems like it's not actually checking but rather just saying up to date.
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Mine's on the April 2017 security patch. It says I'm up to date every time I have it check.
I know there are newer updates, but it just doesn't seem to ever want to do it.
bendsley said:
Mine's on the April 2017 security patch. It says I'm up to date every time I have it check.
I know there are newer updates, but it just doesn't seem to ever want to do it.
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I had the same problem, I had to ADB Sideload the August update.
I purchased a Pixel 2 for my wife that should be arriving tomorrow. I will not be unlocking the bootloader or rooting as it interferes with her work email and apps. I've been reading about the issues with Android 10 so I'm wondering if I should try to prevent the phone from updating to 10 during initial setup. Do you guys recommend updating to 10? What would you do if you had a new Pixel 2? Thanks.
Let it update, otherwise you're postponing the inevitable. Android 9 has it's problems for some too. I suppose you could wait for a few fixes to be rolled out before upgrading, but personally I don't regret the move to 10.
I went from 8 to 10. Skipped 9 altogether. I like the new notification features in 10 as well as a few other things. I haven't really had any issues with 10 other than lack of development for theming and a few other tweaks, but that is to be expected. I don't think you would regret updating... It's early though, but it will get better. Already better that what pie tried to be!
All that said, it is known that the signal is not as strong as with previous Android versions.. For me anyway. So if you live in a low signal area, it may be best to wait until at least the next security update.
I'm waiting for the October update
I've had a few random reboots ever since the 10 update.
Hope this gets fixed with the upcoming October release.
(Magisk might also have something to do with that but hey ... at least it's all dark within the phone )
I ordered a refurbished pixel 2 from an eBay store. When doing the setup the phone did all the updates. While in setup, I transfered my info from my HTC U11. A few days later I go to open the camera app and it looks like it the lens is covered. You can see all the buttons and options, just no picture. I searched online and apparently it is a common problem, but I have not found a fix. I have thought about rooting and putting a new ROM since it seems to be a software issue, but I haven't seen a lot of newer threads on rooting, everything is from a year and a half or two years ago. Are those guides still reliable? And thoughts, advice, or guidance would be appreciated.
My advice for you is to wait for January update it'll fix that problem with many other bugs from December, rooting will give you another headache with the downgraded camera quality and so on
Hamzakovsky said:
My advice for you is to wait for January update it'll fix that problem with many other bugs from December, rooting will give you another headache with the downgraded camera quality and so on
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I actually downloaded the January update today. Still broken. I emailed the place I bought it from and they said I could exchange it. I was hoping the update would have fixed it so I wouldn't have to go through the hassle of getting a new one and setting it up.
sanders539 said:
I actually downloaded the January update today. Still broken. I emailed the place I bought it from and they said I could exchange it. I was hoping the update would have fixed it so I wouldn't have to go through the hassle of getting a new one and setting it up.
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Guess you're lucky to get a fresh new device ! new battery, clean screen, I wish I had this opportunity lol
Hamzakovsky said:
Guess you're lucky to get a fresh new device ! new battery, clean screen, I wish I had this opportunity lol
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Well, it's refurbished so... But I've never not had a good time setting up a new device. It's like pain that feels good.
Today I saw that no matter the theme of the phone the update interface in settings turn white, all text disappeared and the only text showing now is "YOUR SYSTEM IS UP TO DATE". No more version, no more last check, etc. Is this the sign the phone was disconnected from the Xiaomi servers? I thought this was supposed to be the last month of updates.
Nothing changed in my update interface in settings, I'm on june 2021 security patch, dark theme, and I can still check for updates.
But indeed I doubt that we still have updates (maybe one last...)
Mellow971 said:
Nothing changed in my update interface in settings, I'm on june 2021 security patch, dark theme, and I can still check for updates.
But indeed I doubt that we still have updates (maybe one last...)
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This is what happened to me... can't be an isolated case, that's why I'm asking.
TeoXSD said:
This is what happened to me... can't be an isolated case, that's why I'm asking.
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That's exactly what mine looks like although what it means regarding any updates is anyone's guess. As it happens my screen has started to separate just this week with long streaks up both sides. It's not affected performance yet (and may not do) but along with the lack of updates from now on I took the opportunity to order a Poco X3 Pro 8/256MB. Perhaps Outlook will decide to start working again for me
The last "performance" update was upgrade to android 10 and maybe few following, all others was security patches from google! No one cares about this model at list one year, wake up guys! Thanks god we have a realy big community, and still rolling out new customs for this model.
Hi All.
I'm on May 1 update now. Recently mobile data stopped working from time to time and cellular signal doesn't function on incoming calls and SMS when SIM is in slot 1.
Seems more like a hardware issue to me, but did you experience anything like that with your Mi A2 Lite?
guess its time to move to a stable custom rom, maybe with dt2w
Maybe But if it is a hardware fault the rom won't matter.
its not hardware, we had it and they removed it with i cant remember wich update
I have a Pixel 7 Pro purchased through T-Mobile. 100% stock, no modifications. Google Play System update is Nov. 1. I am still on the November security patch. Attempting the system update results in ""Your system is up to date" Is this a google problem, TMobile slow update or a phone problem?
T-Mobile I'd imagine. Just use Pixel Flasher or https://flash.android.com
I joined the beta program
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I joined the beta program
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How is it? Stable enough to daily drive? I was stuck on the Nov. 22 patch as well until I sideloaded via ADB last night.
Nov 1 is the latest Play System Update afaik, at least thats what the QPR shows....
Google is having problems
This is one of those moments where it's not you it's them is actually true and not gaslighting . Play Updates are not rolling out properly
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I have a Pixel 7 Pro purchased through T-Mobile. 100% stock, no modifications. Google Play System update is Nov. 1. I am still on the November security patch. Attempting the system update results in ""Your system is up to date" Is this a google problem, TMobile slow update or a phone problem?
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Seems you are not alone.
T-Mobile is running way behind on Google Pixel security updates
Timely updates are supposed to be a prime Pixel perk
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Yeah I am on December update very annoyed with Google nothing has changed
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That sucks and should not be the Pixel experience. I would call T-Mobile and ask them why you are on an old update?
I have had decent updates so far but would be rather upset if I had a security update that was older than other OEM as that is part of the reason for getting a Pixel.
Sign up for Beta and you'll get QPR2 Beta 2. In my experience, it is much more fluid and responsive than previous builds. It fixes the scrolling issues and seems to have improved battery compared to the December update.
My wife's P7 still is on Dec update and says it's up to date. I manually flash and root mine, but not about to go to that work for her phone.
Colchiro said:
My wife's P7 still is on Dec update and says it's up to date. I manually flash and root mine, but not about to go to that work for her phone.
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Can't you just adb sideload update.zip without having to even unlock the bootloader?
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Google provides the means to update it yourself manually easily if you're not willing to wait for your turn. Their tools aren't even that complicated to use. I don't understand the big deal when you have manufacturers like Samsung that can take 3-6 months or longer to update between major version releases, Motorola that updates whenever they feel like it and only gives 2 years of major version updates, and OnePlus that's always behind like 2 months in security updates.
EtherealRemnant said:
Can't you just adb sideload update.zip without having to even unlock the bootloader?
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Google provides the means to update it yourself manually easily if you're not willing to wait for your turn. Their tools aren't even that complicated to use. I don't understand the big deal when you have manufacturers like Samsung that can take 3-6 months or longer to update between major version releases, Motorola that updates whenever they feel like it and only gives 2 years of major version updates, and OnePlus that's always behind like 2 months in security updates.
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I could, but it's my wife's phone so I don't want to mess with it. I'd have to pry it out of her hands first.
Colchiro said:
I could, but it's my wife's phone so I don't want to mess with it. I'd have to pry it out of her hands first.
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If she's complaining about it, 10 minutes in your hands beats you hearing about it for however long it takes for the update server to decide it's her turn.
Also mine show November as last play service update (I'm on the beta). Italian unlocked phone
Nov is the latest still for play system. There wasn't a Dec and Jan hasn't rolled out yet
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If she's complaining about it, 10 minutes in your hands beats you hearing about it for however long it takes for the update server to decide it's her turn.
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There's also the indeterminate minutes, if/when something goes sideways...
This is being delayed for un-branded devices as well, such as mine purchased G-Store direct, based on some sort of carrier-block. I'm tempted to go dig through some dev-docs, to see if I can find this (could be an section not published for most, I suppose), but I figure to what end, mostly.
As you mention, easy side-load, but without knowing why this is being blocked for non-TMo (branded, so not gated by their release of their OTA) devices, it's a gamble of sorts...
I just posted in another thread that I think this is an odd situation. I use an MVNO Boost Mobile that uses T-Mobile and I got the update on the 5th. Maybe I got it before they pulled it? Why would they hold the update back to T-Mobile customers but not the MVNO?