New Android 15 Beta 3.1 Hotfix Update Rolling Out

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Android 15 Beta 3.1 hotfix update just rolled out to the public. For those on the previous Android 15 Beta 3, it is highly recommended to update to the latest software update on your Pixel devices. The OTA should now be available by visiting phone settings > system updates > download OTA updates. The Android 15 Beta 3.1 update is now available for the following devices:

  • Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
  • Pixel 6a
  • Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
  • Pixel 7a
  • Pixel Fold
  • Pixel Tablet
  • Pixel 8 and 8 Pro
  • Pixel 8a

As for what’s new, Android 15 Beta 3.1 features only bug fixes. It fixed the lock screen issue where touch input incorrectly prompted for device unlock, even when not required. Fixed the biometric face authentication failure. Fixed other issues affecting system stability, connectivity, and audio quality.

Apart from Google Pixel, the HONOR, iQOO, Lenovo, Nothing, OnePlus, OPPO, Realme, Sharp, TECNO, Vivo, Xiaomi devices have all received Android 15 Beta programs which can be downloaded here. Checkout all the Android 15 features in beta 3.1 as well as list of upcoming features in stable Android 15 below.

What’s new with Android 15 Beta 3.1?

Following bug fixes comes with beta 3.1:

  • Fixed issues that caused the lock screen to intercept touch input and prompt the user to unlock the device, even when interacting with elements on the lock screen that don’t require the device to be unlocked. (Issue #348101427, Issue #345873537)
  • Fixed an issue that sometimes caused biometric face authentication to fail.
  • Fixed various other issues that were impacting system stability, connectivity, and audio quality.

Android 15 complete list of bugs

As Android 15 is still in beta, it has some bugs. Thanks to user docker_604_0845, who have created a complete list of bugs found on Android 15 on their Pixel 8 Pro so far. Some are critical bugs Iand you should know before signing update for the beta.

1. Lock Screen Bugs: One of the most persistent and annoying issues is the lock screen bug. Whether trying to double-tap the camera or answer calls from the lock screen, the device consistently prompts for the PIN.

2. Camera Delays: The camera’s performance has noticeably degraded, taking longer to capture photos.

3. General Device Jitters: The overall performance of the device feels less smooth, with occasional jitters that disrupt the user experience. These jitters can occur randomly, affecting everything from scrolling to app transitions.

4. Overheating Issues: Even during simple tasks like browsing on cellular data, the device heats up considerably.

5. Battery Drain and Slow Charging: Overnight battery discharge has been significant, and the charging process is painfully slow.

6. SIM Card Ghosting: The most critical and frustrating problem is the SIM card ghosting issue. After some time, the device stops recognizing the SIM card, resulting in:

  • No mobile network
  • No phone number
  • Missing network preference options
  • Inability to make calls

Attempts to swap SIM cards or get a new one have proven futile. The only temporary workaround is to remove the SIM card tray, restart the device, and reinsert the tray during boot. This fix is short-lived, as the issue reappears shortly after.

Observations and Workarounds

During the brief window after rebooting, making a call allows it to continue for hours. However, once the call ends, the SIM card is ghosted again within a minute unless another call is made immediately.

This workaround is not sustainable, especially for those relying on their device for critical communication. As a result, many users, including myself, are backing up data and opting out of the beta program, given that the device is our primary one.

Community Feedback

The Reddit community has been actively discussing these issues, with users sharing their experiences and potential solutions. Here are some notable comments:

What’s are the new Android 15 features?

Android 15 beta brings exciting new features:

  • Android 15 activates Satellite Messaging
  • Private Space offers the ability to hide apps on your device
  • Predictive Back Gesture
  • Redesigned Sound Panel and Spatial Audio
  • Wallpaper & Style App
  • Bluetooth Auto-On Feature
  • Revamped volume panel with sliders
  • Integrate Credential Manager with autofill
  • Integrate single tap sign-up and sign-in with biometric prompts
  • WebSQL deprecated in Android WebView
  • Gemini Nano
  • Circle to Search:
  • Private Space in Android 15:
  • Theft Detection Lock
  • Image Generation and Drag-and-Drop
  • RCS and Digital Passes
  • Google Find my device Network with offline tracking.

Here is the full list of feature from Android 15

Download Android 15 Beat 3.1

Android 15 Beta 3.1 is now available for Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6, 7, 8 series, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, and others. Developers can test their apps on this release to ensure compatibility before the final Android 15 launch. As per reports, the Android 15 beta builds are quite stable and can be daily driven.

The easiest way to get Android 15 on Pixel is to sign up for the beta program.

You can also get Android 15 on select Pixel devices by downloading the full Factory Images listed below and install them via the new Android Flash Tool portal. Simply sign in with your Google Account associated with your Pixel phone and follow the instructions.

You will need to enable USB Debugging (ADB access) and OEM Unlocking before flashing the Android beta 1.

Flashing Factory Images or flashing OTA files from Android 14 is another way to upgrade.

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Sarang is an Android enthusiast, software developer, expert in the Android, phones, software, niche and has been a tech blogger for various other technology websites.

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