If you have been holding on to a Pixel 4You’ll need to adjust to the fact that OS upgrades are not available for three years. Android Police NotesGoogle did indeed, as expected, have PublishedIts last guaranteed software update to the Pixel 4 and 4 XL. These updates only include minor security and bug fixes, but nothing more. Google does provide one final update to send off users, but it is not known when or if that will be.
Some Pixel 4 members are still covered. The Pixel 4aIt will receive security and version updates on a regular basis until August 2023. The 4a and 5GIt is still safe up to November of that year. If you’re not a member of the aforementioned group, you can rest assured that you won’t be charged any additional fees. Pixel 6 owner. This device line is Google’s first to receive five years of security updates. It shouldn’t lose its chance before fall 2026.
Of course, your Pixel 4 will not become obsolete immediately. Google Play Services and apps will continue to update the Pixel 4 for some time, although Google may rush to release patches for serious security issues. You might want to upgrade to a new phone if there is no consistent update stream. Google may not have synchronized this week’s updates. Pixel 7 launchIt is difficult to find device upgraders but the debut is definitely convenient.
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