The first Monday of May has arrived, and in an orderly fashion, Google’s monthly security updates are here. As always, just head to Settings > System > Advanced > System update to get the OTA.
The new build numbers for devices on the May update are as follows:
- Pixel 3 and 3 XL: PQ3A.190505.002
- Pixel 2 and 2 XL: PQ3A.190505.001
- Pixel and Pixel XL: PQ3A.190505.001
- Pixel C: OPM8.190505.001
Somewhat interestingly, all the build numbers for Pixel phones jump from PQ2A to PQ3A. Also, if you’re running the Android Q Beta on your device like I am, you will not receive this update. Presumably, the May patch will come with Beta 3 with tomorrow’s Google I/O 2019 event.
Essential is also already rolling out the May update on build PQ1A.190105.058. This update also brings a “Bluetooth fix for audio routing” and a “stability fix to improve shutdown responsiveness” on the PH-1.
No Pixel-specific functional patches were listed, but the update does contain “many functional updates and improvements to various parts” of the system.
Source: OTA Files, Factory Images, Android Security Bulletin, Pixel Update Bulletin
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