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May security update lands for compatible Pixel phones

By Alan Friedman

Published: May 06, 2025, 11:23 PM

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May security update lands for compatible Pixel phones

The May security update for compatible Pixel devices has arrived. Models that received the update include the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro (my Pixel model), the Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet, along with the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold. and the Pixel 9a. To install the update, from a compatible Pixel, go to Settings > System > Software updates. Follow the directions.

So far, the update has not been found on certain units because Google started disseminating the update on Tuesday and will continue to push it out in waves. Next week, Google will continue to update Pixel models with the security update. Updates are differentiated by the Pixel model receiving the update and the carrier which the device is running on. The update contains three major bug fixes:

Audio

Fix for degraded microphone recording quality in certain apps.

Bluetooth

Fix for Bluetooth pairing issues with certain smartwatches under certain conditions.

Framework

Fix for secondary language displayed in quick settings under certain conditions.

Obviously, Pixel users would be interested in installing the update to improve the quality of recordings made through specific apps. Those with a smartwatch paired with their Pixel will want to have any Bluetooth issue cleared up so that their timepiece works flawlessly. And a Pixel user using multiple languages on their handset will be happy to see that the May security update fixes an issue that prevents a secondary language from appearing in quick settings.

All three of these functional updates are available for the following models: Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and the Pixel 9a.

The different software versions include the following:

Global

Pixel 6: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 6 Pro: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 6a: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 7: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel 7 Pro: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel 7a: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel Tablet: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel Fold: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel 8: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel 8 Pro: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel 8a: BP1A.250505.005.B1
Pixel 9: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 9 Pro: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 9 Pro XL: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 9 Pro Fold: BP1A.250505.005
Pixel 9a: BD4A.250505.003

Taiwan+EMEA

Pixel 9: BP1A.250505.005.A1
Pixel 9 Pro: BP1A.250505.005.A1
Pixel 9 Pro XL: BP1A.250505.005.A1
Pixel 9 Pro Fold: BP1A.250505.005.A1

Verizon

Pixel 9: BP1A.250505.005.D1
Pixel 9 Pro: BP1A.250505.005.D1
Pixel 9 Pro XL: BP1A.250505.005.D1
Pixel 9 Pro Fold: BP1A.250505.005.D1

Deutsche Telekom

Pixel 9: BP1A.250505.005.C1
Pixel 9 Pro: BP1A.250505.005.C1
Pixel 9 Pro XL: BP1A.250505.005.C1
Pixel 9 Pro Fold: BP1A.250505.005.C1

The update gives Pixel devices security patch levels of 2025-05-05 or later. It deals with all security issues mentioned in the May 2025 Pixel Update Bulletin and all issues in the May 2025 Android Security Bulletin.

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Alan, an ardent smartphone enthusiast and a veteran writer at PhoneArena since 2009, has witnessed and chronicled the transformative years of mobile technology. Owning iconic phones from the original iPhone to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, he has seen smartphones evolve into a global phenomenon. Beyond smartphones, Alan has covered the emergence of tablets, smartwatches, and smart speakers.

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