Key Points:
- August security patch fixes 46 vulnerabilities.
- Key improvements for Pixel 8 series display and system stability.
- Addresses reboot loop and user interface issues.
While we await the stable release of Android 15, the Android 14 August security patch is now available for various Pixel devices, including the Pixel 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Tablet, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, and 8a. The update was released a day later than expected, following the Pixel Watch update.
Security Fixes
The August patch resolves a total of 46 security issues: 11 from the 2024-08-01 patch and 35 from the 2024-08-05 patch. These vulnerabilities range from high to critical severity levels.
Additionally, Google’s bulletin highlights five extra security fixes specific to their devices, applicable to global builds.
Update Availability
The factory and OTA (Over-The-Air) images for this update are now live, and users can also access the update directly on their devices.
Device-Specific Fixes
Here’s a breakdown of the key fixes included in this update:
Display & Graphics:
- For Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro: A fix for screen brightness flickering under certain conditions.
- For Pixel 8: General improvements for display performance and stability.
System:
- For Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and 6a: A fix for an issue causing devices to occasionally enter a reboot loop after a factory reset.
User Interface:
- For all supported devices: A fix for stability issues when switching from a user without a screen lock to a user with a screen lock under certain conditions.
This August update enhances device security and stability, ensuring a smoother user experience for Pixel users.
Global
- Pixel 8a: AP2A.240805.005.A1 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 8 Pro: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 8: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel Fold: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel Tablet: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 7a: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 7 Pro: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 7: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 6a: AP2A.240805.005.F1 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 6 Pro: AP2A.240805.005.F1 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 6: AP2A.240805.005.F1 — Factory Image — OTA
- Pixel 5a: AP2A.240805.005 — Factory Image — OTA
Telus
- Pixel 8: AP2A.240805.005.D1
- Pixel 8 Pro: AP2A.240805.005,D1
- Pixel 8a: AP2A.240805.005.E1
