Google has also made available the Android Q Beta 2 images for Pixel phones, it means you can manually install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel devices. You can also get Android Q Beta 2 OTA update on your phone by enrolling to the beta program. Total there are two ways to install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel devices and here I am going to explain both method. So if you want to get Android Q Beta 2 on your pixel phone then follow the below guide. But before that make sure to read the changes and features of Android Q Beta 2 build.
Android Q Beta 2 Features
The second Android Q beta build is available as a build number QPP2.190228.021 and it comes with the latest security patch of April 2019. In Android Beta first build we get to experience features like system-wide dark mode, theming options, desktop mode and much more. And in the second build, there are some useful features added which you will like. Here are new features that come on the second build of Android Q Beta. Notification Bubbles Android Q offers an easy way to use apps like messaging, hangout, notes which will popup bubble just like facebook messenger app. It will let users send replies without opening the App, just use the bubble icon and send your message. Foldables Emulator Foldable phones are already in the news and Android Q is well customized to support foldable phone as well. The Android Q support on Android Studio will let developers build Apps and games with foldable phone support. Read about more new features Now let’s see how you can experience these new features on your pixel devices. Follow the below guide to install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel phones with multiple methods.
How to Install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel Phones
If you are already in the first build of Android Q then you can check for updates from settings, and you don’t need to follow these methods. There are multiple ways to install Android Q beta 2 on your Pixel devices, so choose the one that you think as easy. These methods will only work with Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, and Pixel 3 XL.
Install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel Phones (via OTA)
To get the Android Q beta 2 update over the air on your device then you have to enroll your device into the Android q beta program.
Install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel Phones (via System Image)
System Image is available for all the six Pixel devices on the Google Android Q beta page. It means you can instantly upgrade your phone to Android Q beta 2 without any waiting time. Download the system image file and install it manually on your pixel phone. Download Android Q Beta 2 System Image
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Unlock Bootloader on Pixel Phones
In Pixel phone, open Settings and go to About Phone. Tap continuously on Build Number until it says “You are now a developer”. Go back to Settings and now go to Developer options. In developer options, enable OEM unlocking and USB Debugging. Completely power off your device. Press & hold Volume down+Power button together to boot into bootloader/fastboot mode. Download and Install Minimal adb and fastboot on your Windows PC. Go to the location C:\Program Files (x86)\Minimal ADB and Fastboot or the location where you have installed the minimal adb and fastboot. Connect your phone to PC via USB. In Minimal adb and fastboot folder, open cmd-here.exe. Enter the following command For 2015 and later devices fastboot flashing unlock For 2014 and older devices fastboot oem unlock In the phone, a pop-up will appear for confirmation so tap on Yes. To reboot the device enter the command fastboot reboot Now your phone will be reboot into the system and ready to install system image file.
Install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel Phones After installing the second build of Android Q Beta, you can relock the bootloader again if you want. Just run the command “fastboot flashing lock” or “fastboot oem lock” (follow the unlock bootloader section given above). So there you have it the full guide to install Android Q Beta 2 on Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, and Pixel 3 XL. If you are facing any problem on installing the update make sure to comment below with your problem and we will reply with the solution as soon as possible. You can also use Facebook to ask your queries. Also Read:
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