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September 2022 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Phones

SEPTEMBER GOOGLE PIXEL UPDATE 2022

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The stable update to Android 13 rolled out last month to still-supported Google Pixel phones and that’s been a fun time, you know, getting used to changes and trying to pick out the best features. To kick off September, we’re now getting the first update of Android 13 in the form of the September Android security patch. If you own a Pixel 4 up through Pixel 6a, be on the lookout.

As of this moment, Google has posted September factory image and OTA 13.0 files for (almost) all of the active Pixel phones, including the Pixel 4, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, and Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Generally speaking, everything here should be on-time, with no delays (again) for the Pixel 6 line. The Pixel 6a will see the September update later this month, Google says.

Keep in mind that the Pixel 4 will see support finished in October, unless Google does that thing where they push out a final final update a few months later.

Here’s the breakdown of the builds, all of which are global and for all:

  • Pixel 4 (XL): TP1A.220905.004
  • Pixel 4a: TP1A.220905.004
  • Pixel 4a (5G): TP1A.220905.004
  • Pixel 5: TP1A.220905.004
  • Pixel 5a (5G): TP1A.220905.004
  • Pixel 6: TP1A.220905.004
  • Pixel 6 Pro: TP1A.220905.004

Here are all of the fixes and improvements in the September update for all Pixel devices unless noted:

Battery & Charging
  • Fix for issue occasionally causing increased battery drain from certain launcher background activities
  • Fix for issue preventing wireless charging mode to activate in certain conditions *[1]
Biometrics
  • Additional improvements for fingerprint recognition and response in certain conditions *[2]
Bluetooth
  • Fix for issue occasionally preventing certain Bluetooth devices or accessories from connecting
User Interface
  • Fix for issue occasionally causing notifications to appear truncated on the lock screen
*[1] Included on Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro
*[2] Included on Pixel 6a

Google should begin pushing these updates shortly over-the-air (Settings>System>Advanced>System update), but if you don’t want to wait for Google and prefer to update manually, you will find each factory image or OTA file at the links below. For instructions on how to flash a factory image, here you go. For instructions on how to flash an OTA .zip file, here you go.

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Comments

58 responses to “September 2022 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Phones”

  1. Smallville123 Avatar
    Smallville123

    Few days huh? The month is almost over and still no update. Verizon Pixel 6 Pro.

    1. tomthecavetroll Avatar
      tomthecavetroll

      9/22 and still no VZW update on my P6P….

      1. Smallville123 Avatar
        Smallville123

        I just got it….wow. it’s crazy

      2. Smallville123 Avatar
        Smallville123

        I just got it….wow. it’s crazy

  2. Tripod Avatar
    Tripod

    It’s 9/14 and still no September update on my Verizon Pixel 6 Pro…. I have been checking often.

  3. Jake Avatar
    Jake

    Still no update. Unlocked Pixel 6 Pro

  4. Justin Kelly Avatar
    Justin Kelly

    Pixel 6 Unlocked on Verizon AOD time freezes until next unlock fairly often. Have not updated to September build but plan to ASAP. Battery drain also present.

  5. psitech Avatar
    psitech

    In future update notifications, I wish Droid Life would say…. “Note: This update is for everyone except for Verizon users. You’ll need to sideload. We’ve reached out to Google and Verizon for an ETA on your release and will update when we know more:.

    1. Smallville123 Avatar
      Smallville123

      Bro, this is so accurate.

  6. ElysianF Avatar
    ElysianF

    I finally got my computer to play nicely and side loaded the update my unlocked VZW & GFi SIMs Pixel 6 Pro.

    Check for update does not work with either SIM.

    I went through several USB cables thinking that was the issue (they weren’t).

  7. Gary Hamden Avatar
    Gary Hamden

    Side loaded on Tuesday , i can say battery is greatly improved .

  8. Jared Avatar
    Jared

    I hate that I have to sideload updates now. First the December update, now this one!

  9. Richter Atmosphere Avatar
    Richter Atmosphere

    Manually flashed the OTA on my Pixel 6. It seems to have significantly improved bluetooth performance with my Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds. Specifically, I can playback in 16/44.1 LDAC while standing further away from my phone without playback stuttering. Hope this continues to hold up.

  10. Mike Avatar
    Mike

    Verizon – 6, still nothing. Anyone?

    1. Chilly O Avatar
      Chilly O

      Nope, I have unlocked P6P with VZW Sim….also have GFi on eSIM, nothing on either…still smashing CFU button lol

    2. rmiller1959 Avatar
      rmiller1959

      Verizon Pixel 6 Pro, and nothing as of 5:09 pm EDT.

      1. Ninjak Avatar
        Ninjak

        10pm and still not available. Hopefully by end of the week. Unlocked P6P on Verizon.

    3. matthew mascarenas Avatar
      matthew mascarenas

      Nothing here

  11. beezy Avatar
    beezy

    Looking forward to getting some better battery life. OTA was available on my unlocked P6P on T-mobile as of noon pacific time. 27.08 MB.

  12. Shawn Avatar
    Shawn

    6p side loaded with no problems

  13. holdthiscat Avatar
    holdthiscat

    Why do people still claim that these updates are delayed if they don’t get the update within the first hour? These updates are rollouts…not everyone gets them at the exact same time.

    1. mrbofus Avatar
      mrbofus

      I think largely because when Apple releases iOS updates, it’s available to all compatible devices at the same time. Same with Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS.

    2. android2288214 Avatar
      android2288214

      This is correct but some updates are more widely available right away than others. I’ve seen tons of comments with past updates right after ota images were posted with people saying they are downloading the update now and will mention their carrier, pixel model and update size. Other times like today’s update hardly anyone is commenting that they got the ota yet. Point is it’s not consistent with every update.

    3. Brian Simmons Avatar
      Brian Simmons

      Don’t talk to me about claiming updates are delayed. I still haven’t received the Sept update on my P6. (I am not in the beta program).

      1. psitech Avatar
        psitech

        Same… P6Pro unlocked on Verizon. Still waiting. I’d sideload, but my pc doesn’t want to play nice, so I’ll just wait right here with a battery drain issue.

      2. holdthiscat Avatar
        holdthiscat

        OMG. So, at the time of this comment, you’ve waited an entire 4 days since the rollout began??? The horror!

        1. Smallville123 Avatar
          Smallville123

          Yeah, how dare we want a patch that improves battery and fingerprint. The nerve.

          1. holdthiscat Avatar
            holdthiscat

            Not saying he shouldn’t want it. It’s a rollout. It’s not exactly new. Google only states that updates may take up to 2 weeks to reach your device. So to whine about it like this, after 4 days, is just super lame and counterproductive.

    4. psitech Avatar
      psitech

      Can you explain why some people are always at the end of the rollout? And why such rollouts take so long? I still haven’t picked up the Sept update on my P6Pro. It must be nice to get quick updates and then talk down to people that routinely have to wait longer than they should.

      1. holdthiscat Avatar
        holdthiscat

        Who said that I always get quick updates? And no, I can’t explain why some people are always at the end of a rollout. But being at the end of a planned rollout still doesn’t mean that the update is “delayed.”

  14. Smallville123 Avatar
    Smallville123

    Nothing on my 6 pro. I’m tired of these delays the past few months.

    1. Smallville123 Avatar
      Smallville123

      https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/6f66668f8f145c6b6c7953967a4f70bdba43cafce60314bc468efd346e02b5de.png

  15. Dirge Avatar
    Dirge

    Sideloading when I get home. Tired of waiting on Verizon to approve this stuff for ota. Pixel master race for the win

  16. jgemberton Avatar
    jgemberton

    Gimme that wireless charging fix.

    1. Jay Yarm Avatar
      Jay Yarm

      Unfortunately this update did not fix the problem on my 4XL

  17. Tim Avatar
    Tim

    Google fixes are like one step forward then two steps backwards.

    Goodluck with these so called fixes.

  18. Gary Hamden Avatar
    Gary Hamden

    I always side load , took 10 minutes so far everything looks good, Google Play system is still on 7-2022 thought we were supposed to get 9-2022 update for that also ?

    1. android2288214 Avatar
      android2288214

      I just sideloaded also. Rebooting now.

  19. markwebb Avatar
    markwebb

    Fix the battery drain please!

    1. Randy Gindy Avatar
      Randy Gindy

      Did you read the update log?

      1. markwebb Avatar
        markwebb

        Yes. I’m just adamant about it like others. I switched back to my iphone because of it.

  20. android2288214 Avatar
    android2288214

    Are most people still in the beta or did you opt out?

    1. Charlie Avatar
      Charlie

      I’m still in the beta program — I’m assuming that means i won’t get this update?

      1. android2288214 Avatar
        android2288214

        I’m not sure but if you don’t, you can opt out now and get it and then opt back into beta after updating. I left after the final update but may rejoin then.

        1. Jon Hartman Avatar
          Jon Hartman

          If anybody on the beta bwrs it let me know.

  21. Chilly O Avatar
    Chilly O

    Battery drain fix, Battery drain fix, Battery drain fix…

    1. android2288214 Avatar
      android2288214

      Yep, was waiting for that too.

      1. Chilly O Avatar
        Chilly O

        Now smashing the check for update button aaaaaaaaaand, nothing yet lol

        1. android2288214 Avatar
          android2288214

          It used to always drop at 3pm ET but Google is not consistent anymore so who knows lol.

    2. 1981 Avatar
      1981

      It says it right there

    3. android2288214 Avatar
      android2288214

      Not sure this was actually fixed. Battery life seemed a lil better for me during use but my phone dropped 15% overnight while I was sleeping and don’t think it was that much prior to android 13.

      1. Nick V Avatar
        Nick V

        Last night my phone dropped 1% overnight. I have the AOD turned off, which I think is helpful. The only thing I have noticed today is that the phone still drains pretty quickly while using the phone. It is a lot better then it was, as with the excessive battery drain, I would go from 100% to ~23% during my morning walks, listening to podcasts and playing games. Now, I was down to ~66% today, which is a huge improvement, but I used to be at around 75% prior.

        It looks like we’re headed in the right direction though, and I hope they continue to look at this.

        1. Chilly O Avatar
          Chilly O

          That’s something…66% with AOD off…have you tried it with AOD on just to see how much you get? Curious to see how it will compare

      2. Chilly O Avatar
        Chilly O

        Hopefully it improves by use…do you have AOD on of off? I’m still waiting for it to hit my phone…smashing CFU but nothing yet lol

        1. android2288214 Avatar
          android2288214

          AOD off and yeah I didn’t wanna wait so I sideloaded the update. My battery seems to be good until it hits about 40% and then drains faster.

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