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Following the bootlooping issue on Pixel devices during installation of the Android 16 QPR3 Beta 3, Google has pulled its OTA update in less than 24 hours after seeding. Some Pixel users complained of their devices getting stuck at boot, while others were successfully able to prevent it with extra measures.
Although Google hasn’t officially announced it yet, many users cannot see the OTA on the beta channel, but the factory images and OTA files are still available for download. As soon as Beta 3 went live for users to install, issues of being stuck in a bootloop surfaced. All compatible Pixels, from the Pixel 10 to the Pixel 8 and older phones, were affected.
Some users found a way around it by turning off Desktop Experience from the hidden Developer options menu before installing the update. They were able to avoid the bootloop, but many users who didn’t know about this method ended up with unusable Pixels after attempting to install the beta update. Google is trying to resolve the issue but has pulled the beta 3 OTA until then.
How to revive your Pixel if it is stuck in a bootloop
Exiting the Android Beta Program isn’t an option if your device is now stuck in a bootloop after trying to install the Android 16 QPR3 Beta 3. Some experts have taken to Reddit to share tips that can work.
Another Reddit user shared a solution that doesn’t need ADB access at all. Instead, it requires the use of an external USB-C keyboard to be connected to your Pixel phone.
If the two methods still don’t work, you might have to do a full data wipe to revive your phone.
Author:Obiajulum Ndubuisi
Obiajulum is a tech enthusiast passionate about writing. When she isn’t writing about gadgets, she will probably be playing badminton, watching a movie, or surfing the internet.
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One UI 8 has been rolling out to Galaxy devices since last month. As usual, it is a gradual process and doesn’t happen all at once. It is already available on some older phones and tablets and it has finally arrived on the Galaxy Tab S9 series — Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, and S9 Ultra.
A report from SamMobile shows that the update is now available for Galaxy Tab S9 series devices in different regions like Asia, Europe, and the US. You can check if your Galaxy Tab S9 tablet has received the update in your settings menu. If it isn’t, it will get to your device eventually.
One UI 8 update brings one-handed mode to your Galaxy Tab S9One UI 8 is based on Android 16 with the focus of improving user experience with helpful features. Your tablet now has a one-handed mode that allows you to navigate easily on your large screen. With everything you need on one side of the screen, swiping and hand gestures are simpler to make.
Samsung has reportedly started work on the One UI 8.5 update. It is said to bring more AI features to Galaxy devices. Leaks suggest that one of them is real-time translation that can be used during meetings. Not only that, there will also be a tool to help with social media posts. The feature will make crafting posts easier and faster, offering ideas and helping you bring them to life. There is also a rumour of an intelligent Clipboard that can analyse copied text and recommend actions, including translate, summarise, search, and add to favourites.
There are still other amazing features expected to come with the new update. We look forward to what Samsung’s next major update will bring.
Author:Obiajulum Ndubuisi
Obiajulum is a tech enthusiast passionate about writing. When she isn’t writing about gadgets, she will probably be playing badminton, watching a movie, or surfing the internet.
