Pixel 4a Android 11 June 2022 Update - Google Pixel 4a Questions & Answers

Hello, I was wondering if is there way to update to the June 2022 update for Android 11? My current build is RQ2A.210505.002 (unlocked, based in the US) from the May 2021 update.

You can go here
https://developers.google.com/android/images
But it looks like the farthest they go with 11 is 211001, I believe u will have to up date to a12 for June 22,

I'm on RQ1A.201205.008 right now and the last update for an app I use says it's incompatible in the app store. I've been able to sideload the app and it runs fine and the devs confirmed there shouldn't be any restriction for my device but I think I need to try taking the ota and going to Android 12. it's been so long since I took an ota and I have root and magisk. is there any reason to think taking the ota will fix that issue? I also need to find the right set of instructions to take an ota but preserve root and data (or preserve data and restore root)

ReservedName said:
I'm on RQ1A.201205.008 right now and the last update for an app I use says it's incompatible in the app store. I've been able to sideload the app and it runs fine and the devs confirmed there shouldn't be any restriction for my device but I think I need to try taking the ota and going to Android 12. it's been so long since I took an ota and I have root and magisk. is there any reason to think taking the ota will fix that issue? I also need to find the right set of instructions to take an ota but preserve root and data (or preserve data and restore root)
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Here ya go bro...from the creator Mr. John Wu himself no less...
...the 4a is an 'A/B' device btw and it's never been so easy!
OTA Upgrade Guides
The Magic Mask for Android
topjohnwu.github.io

Zaxx32 said:
Here ya go bro...from the creator Mr. John Wu himself no less...
...the 4a is an 'A/B' device btw and it's never been so easy!
OTA Upgrade Guides
The Magic Mask for Android
topjohnwu.github.io
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and you're sure it wouldn't be better to side load the ota? I really need to make sure I don't lose access to the Google authenticator on this phone if I brick it I'm gonna really lose it lol

Dunno which one is absolutely 'safest' but I've used this myself with no issue. I guess just let a few others chime in and then pull the trigger. Imho, I trust Mr. Wu's mad skillz...fwiw he actually works for Google now!

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Oreo 8.1 out of Beta!!!

FINALLY! Still waiting for the Ota to hit my phone... Anyone gotten it yet? And I'm betting March's security update is going to be included too.
electrogiz said:
FINALLY! Still waiting for the Ota to hit my phone... Anyone gotten it yet? And I'm betting March's security update is going to be included too.
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Just got the OTA notification!
electrogiz said:
Just got the OTA notification!
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I'll wait until I can manually flash.
Downloading it now. I will be really interested to see if they managed to address the stand-by bug that was causing excess drain and upgrade the modem firmware to improve connectivity. Those are the two main remaining issues with this phone. Hopefully they also implemented a method to force applications into full-screen, but I'm not holding my breath on it.
Updating now!!!
dhorgas said:
Downloading it now. I will be really interested to see if they managed to address the stand-by bug that was causing excess drain and upgrade the modem firmware to improve connectivity. Those are the two main remaining issues with this phone. Hopefully they also implemented a method to force applications into full-screen, but I'm not holding my breath on it.
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Already disappointed on the modem firmware front. No upgrade there. Also, no ability to force full-screen. Going to pass judgement on stand-by bug after 48 hour or so, unless obviously an issue.
The fact that it was not released to beta first makes me think it may just be an official release of the beta
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The fact that it was not released to beta first makes me think it may just be an official release of the beta
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I sure as hell hope not because the deep-sleep issue is horrible. You lose an average of 1.5-2h of actual SoT and the drain is regularly >1% per hour in stand-by.
I just keep getting an installation error, now I have a permanent notification telling me that the installation failed.
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I sure as hell hope not because the deep-sleep issue is horrible. You lose an average of 1.5-2h of actual SoT and the drain is regularly >1% per hour in stand-by.
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Hopefully. SoT and Deep-sleeps issues were horrendous!
epicbeardman911 said:
I just keep getting an installation error, now I have a permanent notification telling me that the installation failed.
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you are probably on Rooted device, or activate usb debug mode. Try to unroot if you are
tanker666 said:
you are probably on Rooted device, or activate usb debug mode. Try to unroot if you are
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I am on 8.1b1 rooted. I flashed the stock 8.1b1 boot img to remove root. Then tried to sideload the 8.1 official OTA zip, and I get this:
E: Package is for source build essential/mata/mata:8.1.0/OPM1.180104.010/144:user/release-keys but expected essential/mata/mata:8.1.0/OPM1.180104.010/144:user/test-keys
Installation aborted.
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Not sure what else I can try short of the full flashable build image once Essential posts it to their website.
GospelNerd said:
I am on 8.1b1 rooted. I flashed the stock 8.1b1 boot img to remove root. Then tried to sideload the 8.1 official OTA zip, and I get this:
Not sure what else I can try short of the full flashable build image once Essential posts it to their website.
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I was in the same boat as you. I was on 8.1B1 rooted so I fastboot flashed the boot.img, then rebooted , downloaded the OTA which wouldn't install.
Went back to boot-loader, flashed the boot.img to both slots, rebooted, took OTA, and it still won't work. I get "couldn't update installation problem"
I didn't have an issue getting the last OTA, the same way.
I dunno
Edit: Mine just did a factory data reset on boot up. I think I'll be able to install the OTA now.....
NaterTots said:
Edit: Mine just did a factory data reset on boot up. I think I'll be able to install the OTA now.....
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Yea..not looking to start over.
The OTA I downloaded was off the reddit announcement thread. I'm assuming that guy pulled it off the device. Essential said they were going to post "sideloading files" also. So, I'm hoping that those are somehow different. (Otherwise why wouldn't they just throw a link up there)
Wonder if Essential pushed it since Pixel is now offering pre release of Android P?
My radio has noticeably improved, instead of VZW its finally showing Verizon wireless. And the new developer options are nice
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Yea..not looking to start over.
The OTA I downloaded was off the reddit announcement thread. I'm assuming that guy pulled it off the device. Essential said they were going to post "sideloading files" also. So, I'm hoping that those are somehow different. (Otherwise why wouldn't they just throw a link up there)
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My install wasn't working either at first (same boat as you guys, Magisk rooted with custom kernel). At first I just did a Magisk uninstall and reboot but it wouldn't install. Thought maybe I still had a custom recovery installed, but there was no TWRP in recovery. So, I just did a sideload install of the 8.1 beta using adb and then rebooted. That put me back on stock 8.1b1 and retained all my settings/data. Then I made sure my settings were correct in developer options (USB debugging, etc.), and it's finally installing. Not sure, maybe I just didn't hold my mouth right the first couple times, but it's working now.
Can anyone tell me if stable has multitouch issues that were on beta?
Rooted 7.1.1 took the update just fine, lost root and twrp
Looking at META_INF\com\android\metadata, it's expecting essential/mata/mata:8.1.0/OPM1.180104.010/144:user/release-keys but, based on the text at the top of the screen when sideloading, the device is at ssential/mata/mata:8.1.0/OPM1.180104.010/144:user/test-keys. Changing it is pointless, since META_INF\MANIFEST.MF contains a SHA-256 hash of of the metadata file. I'm going to try recomputing the hash and updating the OTA zip.
Edit: Didn't work. But has someone on reddit confirm Jank4AUs situation.

Android 10 Ota Flash?

Anyone have a zip I can flash with the system updater built into the phone? I've tried the few that have been posted, however it is located in the root folder the local updater can't see it.
The way I get the updates is by Oxygen Updater.
Never had an issue, look for a local update.... install
Do not root ....
AstroDigital said:
The way I get the updates is by Oxygen Updater.
Never had an issue, look for a local update.... install
Do not root ....
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Don't root 10?
Virus1x said:
Don't root 10?
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Yes I have no reason to root.
AstroDigital said:
Yes I have no reason to root.
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I do it for adaway and no limits rom.
Virus1x said:
I do it for adaway and no limits rom.
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MOD EDIT: Language
I pay for my programs so I do not need Adaway.
For programs I can not buy, putting up with a few ads is the price of using the program
Also I am not always toying with things to get things like Bank apps and Google Pay to work, never have to worry about bricking anything.
Hi guys,
I have to remove "most" posts from this thread to clean it up. Please do show some respect when you discuss matters with a fellow members. I know that online forum is more open and free than real world, but if you would not say some harsh words to someone in real life, do not say it here either.
It is totally OK to have your own ways of using your own phones, but it must be done without calling names on a member.
Feel free to hit the Report button when you see a bad move on XDA. Thanks.
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only a question. can I load the Android 10 update with the oxygen os updater and do it without my data being gone? Device is still on Android 9 Stabel.
Maddragon2000 said:
only a question. can I load the Android 10 update with the oxygen os updater and do it without my data being gone? Device is still on Android 9 Stabel.
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I'm on 10 via oxygen no issues.
I am on 10 beta 2 and oxygen updater does not find any updates, guess I must wait a bit....
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I'm on 10 via oxygen no issues.
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Whitout Riot ?
I was on pie when it popped up.
if you are on open beta you will never get stable releases ever unless you roll back and that will wipe.
Sorry wihtout root i?
dorsefrith said:
I am on 10 beta 2 and oxygen updater does not find any updates, guess I must wait a bit....
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different channel,so the openbeta channel uploader cannot find the stable channel ota zip
zen95 said:
different channel,so the openbeta channel uploader cannot find the stable channel ota zip
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So the only way to get it to wait for official file from the Oneplus site? OR with rollback to 9? I do not want my data to be wiped :/
Any one knows any other way to go for stable 10?
Maddragon2000 said:
only a question. can I load the Android 10 update with the oxygen os updater and do it without my data being gone? Device is still on Android 9 Stabel.
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It is supposed to preserve your data. But I never assume that it will work the way it is supposed to. That goes for any updates, and especially as one as major as Android 9 > 10.
Backup anything that is important to you on a routine basis (method of your choice - many options), and definitely before an update. Then as I like to say: Expect the best, but prepare for the worst. In other words, you will probably be able to update and keep your data. But you are prepared just in case anything goes wrong.
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So the only way to get it to wait for official file from the Oneplus site? OR with rollback to 9? I do not want my data to be wiped :/
Any one knows any other way to go for stable 10?
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Titanium Backup your data?
If you look for how to unlock the bootloader for tmobile there is a thread on one pluses site where you can local updater flash pie, It'll setup like a brand new phone but all other info on phone is preserved you and restore with titanium backup.
dorsefrith said:
So the only way to get it to wait for official file from the Oneplus site? OR with rollback to 9? I do not want my data to be wiped :/
Any one knows any other way to go for stable 10?
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u can use oneplus switch app to backup your data, then save it on your pc/laptop
follow official guild, change to stable channel, then ota to stable 10
zen95 said:
u can use oneplus switch app to backup your data, then save it on your pc/laptop
follow official guild, change to stable channel, then ota to stable 10
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Thanks guys for the tips, but I know how to backup my data. Problem is that I have around 170gb of data on my phone and do not have a space to store it. I will have some 2tb disk soon but it is hard to wait

Stopped receiving OTAs

hi folks, i was getting OTAs up to and including the january patch, but the feb and march ones haven't come up. i'm rooted on stock 10, previously was using this method of installing updates. but now, nothing. anyone else had this? nothing too controversial installed, magisk with active edge mod, systemless hosts+adaway, youtube vanced? obviously i can update and re-root via the factory images but just checking in here in case anyone has had this and has any easier ideas. cheers.
Same here. My OTA didn't come by 7th of February/March so I sideloaded. Was thinking maybe Google won't serve them if rooted or magisk or unlocked bootloader.
dkryder said:
Same here. My OTA didn't come by 7th of February/March so I sideloaded. Was thinking maybe Google won't serve them if rooted or magisk or unlocked bootloader.
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cool, thanks for the response, i guess that's my lot then. i assume i can
extract and magisk-patch the boot.img from the OTA
sideload the OTA
flash the patched boot.img
to retain root?
I never tried extract from OTA I used the full image. But I download both anyway.
My guide should cover it all. Look at the "Sideload the OTA" section..... https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-3a/how-to/how-to-root-pixel-3a-preferred-t3938783
Let me know if you have any issues or suggestions on how to make the guide better.
sic0048 said:
My guide should cover it all. Look at the "Sideload the OTA" section..... https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-3a/how-to/how-to-root-pixel-3a-preferred-t3938783
Let me know if you have any issues or suggestions on how to make the guide better.
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fun fact: i eventually found this and it is exactly what i used and everything worked smoothly, thanks so much!

ONE UI 3.0 UPDATE

Just wandering when the update will come ?!? 2022 ??
OneUI 3.1 just came out a few days ago with the latest firmware (Android 11 March update).
If you are waiting for your operator to offer an OTA update you might wait a while.
it came at 04/27 https://samfw.com/firmware/SM-G970U1/XAA/G970U1UEU5GUCG
DO NOT update if you are unlocked. Damnit, they said way back not to take upgrades post March if you are unlocked.
I can't downgrade now or ODIN flash prior versions. Doesn't look like I can install TWRP. Have to see if I can install Magisk and still be rooted.
kodiak799 said:
DO NOT update if you are unlocked. Damnit, they said way back not to take upgrades post March if you are unlocked.
I can't downgrade now or ODIN flash prior versions. Doesn't look like I can install TWRP. Have to see if I can install Magisk and still be rooted.
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I'm still on Pie and One UI... running fast and stable.
All too many times the updates turn into a raw deal especially will Q and above.
I have zero incentive to "upgrade".
Not getting the CCP vaccine either
blackhawk said:
I'm still on Pie and One UI... running fast and stable.
All too many times the updates turn into a raw deal especially will Q and above.
I have zero incentive to "upgrade".
Not getting the CCP vaccine either
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Yes, I really had no reason to upgrade. And now I may have flushed all that time and money to unlock down the toilet. Had things running really well rooted, too
kodiak799 said:
Yes, I really had no reason to upgrade. And now I may have flushed all that time and money to unlock down the toilet. Had things running really well rooted, too
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That sucks... more lessons from the school of hard knocks.
I'm not rooted but my N10+ runs well.
Q and 11 take more than they offer.
That's Google, they'll get something near perfect then screw it to hell. They can't help themselves.
I'm not buying their bs
kodiak799 said:
DO NOT update if you are unlocked. Damnit, they said way back not to take upgrades post March if you are unlocked.
I can't downgrade now or ODIN flash prior versions. Doesn't look like I can install TWRP. Have to see if I can install Magisk and still be rooted.
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oh man ,why i didn't read your words before i flash the 3.1 ,damn it ,this is really stupid ,just why we will get a locked bootloader now.

Question Update factory rom and keep root-How to?

I guys, i'm on 13.0.0 (TD1A.221105.001, Nov 2022) and its working fine with root and magisk hidden (for google pay).
My phone reminds me to update.
I red a lot of things to do it but i dont want to mess anything.
Can somoene explain me simply all the steps to update to january factory from the beginning and keep root and with magisk hidden.
Thank you for your help.
oceliome said:
I guys, i'm on 13.0.0 (TD1A.221105.001, Nov 2022) and its working fine with root and magisk hidden (for google pay).
My phone reminds me to update.
I red a lot of things to do it but i dont want to mess anything.
Can somoene explain me simply all the steps to update to january factory from the beginning and keep root and with magisk hidden.
Thank you for your help.
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Look for Pixel flasher on XDA , allows you to update and everything will be as you had it afterwards. Simplest and easiest in my opinion. Been using for every update
Question, when updating using Pixel Flasher, do i have to tick the disable verity and disable verification when flashing for every update?
Wmateria said:
Question, when updating using Pixel Flasher, do i have to tick the disable verity and disable verification when flashing for every update?
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If you want those to stay disabled yes. If you don't do it and decide you want to disable them later on. You'll have to wipe again.
easy to folow with easy steps did al my updates without losing anything
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easy to folow with easy steps did al my updates without losing anything
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Thanks for sharing this video. But this also means this 'OTA Upgrade Guide' from Magisk website doesn't work with the Pixel devices/ Android 13? I was using the OnePlus 7T before since 2020 (to last month) and I think since then itself I was following the above mentioned official Magisk guide to update to the latest OOS OTA's and major Android firmware upgrades too to keep the data and also the root. So doesn't this official guide work anymore?
niyonsv said:
Thanks for sharing this video. But this also means this 'OTA Upgrade Guide' from Magisk website doesn't work with the Pixel devices/ Android 13? I was using the OnePlus 7T before since 2020 (to last month) and I think since then itself I was following the above mentioned official Magisk guide to update to the latest OOS OTA's and major Android firmware upgrades too to keep the data and also the root. So doesn't this official guide work anymore?
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i dont know never followd the official Magisk guide that you linked on my pixel7 pro , i yust followd the youtube that i linked en worked like a charm never lost root/data
niyonsv said:
Thanks for sharing this video. But this also means this 'OTA Upgrade Guide' from Magisk website doesn't work with the Pixel devices/ Android 13? I was using the OnePlus 7T before since 2020 (to last month) and I think since then itself I was following the above mentioned official Magisk guide to update to the latest OOS OTA's and major Android firmware upgrades too to keep the data and also the root. So doesn't this official guide work anymore?
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It's hit or miss as to whether installing to inactive slot via Magisk during an OTA update will work. Some have been successful while many others have not. But if you want to keep root while updating, I would suggest Pixel Flasher.
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It's hit or miss as to whether installing to inactive slot via Magisk during an OTA update will work. Some have been successful while many others have not. But if you want to keep root while updating, I would suggest Pixel Flasher.
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Thanks, just went through the thread.
Definitely Pixel Flasher. Only took my 153 seconds to flash Feb update and booting up with all mod, root and data retained.

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