After several wonky updates over the last few months, Google is pushing a new April update for Pixel phones, from the 3a to newer Pixel 6 devices. It contains key fixes and security patches.
It's only been a few weeks since Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro devices started receiving Google's March Pixel drop of new features, improvements, and fixes, and now
Earlier today, Google released the first Android 13 Developer Preview for owners of devices ranging from the Pixel 4 and going all the way up to the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. With traditional software updates, you would be able to install the new software just by using the Software Updates feature in the Settings app. However, with developer previews, things are a bit different as you'll need to "flash" Android 13 to your Pixel. We've assembled a walkthrough on the various ways you can install the first Android 13 developer preview today. Back up your data The installation of the Android device preview won’t wipe the data, but it’s always good practice to create a backup before you get started. If something happens to go wrong during the Android 13 Developer Preview installation process, a backup will ensure that you won’t lose any of your photos, videos, text messages, or any other data you have stored on your phone. Required Files / Links SDK Platform Tools Android