Google starts rolling out Android 14 with October 2023 security patch to Pixel phones
Google has started rolling out the stable Android 14 update to Pixel phones. The much-anticipated upgrade is coming with the October 2023 security patch.
The stable Android 14 update was supposed to arrive with the September 2023 security patch. However, it was delayed due to a bug, which has since been resolved with the Android 14 beta 5.3 update that rolled out to Pixel phones last month. Pixel owners are not getting the much-anticipated upgrade, and it comes with October 2023 security patch.
The update has a version number UP1A.231005.007 and weighs 1.0GB. According to the changelog, the update comes with customizable lock screen clocks and shortcuts. Monochrome color theming options and a simple way to connect your favorite health and fitness apps. Below is the complete changelog.
Android 14 with October 2023 security patch changelog
- Customizable lock screen clocks and shortcuts
- Monochrome color theming options
- A simple way to connect your favorite health & fitness apps and control your wellness data in one place
- Proactive information about apps’ data collection
- Additional vision and hearing-inclusive features
The update is available for Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold.
Meanwhile, the October 2023 security patch resolved vulnerabilities ranging from high to critical. The patch dated 2023-10-01 resolved 26 security flaws, while 2023-10-05 fixed 26 bugs and one on 2023-10-06. If you’re a Pixel owner, download the update via Settings>>System>>System Update. Or you can download the OTA and Live Images From the source link.
