Today, Google launched the May Android security update for Pixel phones. This update is minor, as the next big update and Feature Drop is scheduled for June.
The main concern with May’s Pixel update is its availability and delivery speed. The April update caused problems, with some users possibly never receiving it. AT&T customers were left out, and the update didn’t resolve problems from the major March update.
Additionally, there was an extra build in April that Google didn’t officially recognize. It was an unusual month.
For the May update, we hope Google delivers it quickly to all Pixel users and addresses the ongoing connectivity problems. Discussions and online posts about weak cellular connections continue to increase.
May Update for Pixel Devices: When you go to install the update, here are the builds available, including specific ones for carriers such as T-Mobile and Verizon. Google states that the rollout begins today and will proceed over the coming week.
May Update for Pixel Devices: Here are the build numbers for various Pixel models, including specific versions for carriers like T-Mobile and Verizon. Google has started rolling out these updates and will continue over the next week.
Global
- Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel Tablet: AP1A.240505.004
- Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro: AP1A.240505.005
KDDI (specific versions)
- Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro: AP1A.240505.005.B1
T-Mobile, C Spire, US Cellular, & Cellcom
- Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro: AP1A.240505.004
Verizon (specific versions)
- Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro: AP1A.240505.005.A1
May Pixel Update Fixes:
- Bluetooth: Improved stability and performance for Bluetooth LE audio across all Pixel devices.
- Camera: Addressed an issue with camera performance while recording video under specific conditions on the Pixel 8 line.
Google is distributing these updates over-the-air (go to Settings > System > System update to check). If you prefer to update manually, you can find each factory image or OTA file soon at the provided links. Instructions on how to flash a factory image or OTA .zip file are also available.
