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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] skoda9635:
How do you know it will be late this month (or not at all), when Google said they will release it today. It was said sometimes last week, so it's not like Google said it a month ago and now it's not gonna happen.

Also, it's a huge one so anticipation and tension is strong. I personally don't have a FP problem (even tho I do have an EU device). But device is having so-so battery (withot AOD, 5G), is warm many times and I had some connectivity issues in the past. Since this update is supposed to fix dozens of problems for P6P, of course we are all impatiently waiting for it.

For y'all, loosing hope for today's release (it's 20:06 or 8:06 PM here) so I may just let it go for now. Will check tomorrow or many times before the Christmas.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
I'm also interested in knowing his source. Most tech sites stated "next week"/Dec 13. Examples:

[Update: Pixel 6] Android 12 December security patch rolling out to Pixel, factory images & OTAs live

The latest update of 2021 is rolling out today with the Android 12 December security patch for the Pixel 4a, Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro...

9to5google.com

"The Android 12 December security patch will be available for Pixel 6 next week." - stated 06 December

Pixel 6 December update release date announced

The December update that includes a new Feature Drop, the latest security patch, and bug fixes will start hitting Pixel 6 phones soon.

www.phonearena.com

"Pixel 6 December update release date is December 13, which is Monday."

Google Now Rolling Out December Update For Pixel 6 Series

Google has confirmed that an update for the Pixel 6 will be released soon. One of the company's employees has confirmed the news. According to the

www.androidheadlines.com

"Pixel 6 and 6 Pro will receive an update on December 13"
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Matterhorn:
I think the source from all of those reports came from one employee in Japan. I was hoping for the release but it wasn't really a formal Google date AFAIK.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
Remember when manufacturers released updates quarterly, every other month, or whenever they felt like it? Good times :p

Now we're so spoiled, if we don't get an update every 29-30 days, or by midnight on the 3rd; the manufacturer sucks, the device sucks, the world sucks and the only thing that's "acceptable" is our entitlement feeling of "I spent $1000 and my 30 day update didn't come exactly as promised!"

Anyone saying they've been in the customizing game a long time should be WELL AWARE of several facts in the unlocked bootloader device world:

-every flagship has issues

-every manufacturer cares more about $ than quality

-the newest devices always require a few updates to work out bugs

-there are several manufacturers whose updates only come whenever they feel like it, and it's always much longer than every 30 days
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] TonikJDK:
This has been no different than any other Pixel release. They all have new hardware combinations and a new Android versions. Yes, we are testers for the first few months. It has always been that way.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Ghisy:
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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
I have never understood that line of excuse/argument, the "over there it's worse than here, so we are good" - no, that's not how the world should work. I've heard it so many times, especially from my grandfather, and time and again I've tried to debunk that in his line of thinking. The errors of others should never be ones own prospect in life. Always search your own goals and ideals.

I don't care how many manufacturers fail to update their products in time, I am not buying a Samsung, or a Xiaomi, or a Sony (because of that) - Google promises timely monthly updates and wants to gain a reputation as a decent hardware manufacturer. Releasing buggy products and postponing crucial bug fixes - without reasons given (!) - is not the way. The latter is of paramount importance here. If Google would give us a reason for the waiting time, there would be more patience and understanding. But there is no reason given. Simply "later this month" - because, because.

Besides, it's not "entitlement" - it's a reasonable expectation, considering the advertized product, compared with the massive price tag.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MArtyChubbs:
The 13th was allegedly posted on a Japanese support page https://support.google.com/pixelphone/thread/139251667/google-pixel-アップデート?hl=ja and has since been deleted. Just checked and there is no reference to the 13th. So, they must be having issues with releasing the update.

They way I look at it is no Google phone has been flawless at launch, in fact, that is par for the course. Eventually they fix and improve what they can. My advice is to forget about the update and act surprised when it is released. Eventually an update will be released, however, it will not give you back the time and frustration, it caused based on something you have no control over. All you can do is sell the phone, ask for a refund or deal with it. I’m just going to deal with this hunk of hot garbage. Kidding of course :cool:
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] torongkim:
The source of the article is this.

Google Pixel アップデート - Google Pixel コミュニティ

support.google.com

Google Japan definitely said it was the 13th, but when I checked it now, the sentence disappeared.

Maybe Suzuki deleted the sentence.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
According to https://developers.google.com/android/images#raven , there is still no OTA/factory image released. Maybe the Twitter worker has made a mistake, since there are two December patch rollouts (P3a-P5a vs P6). She might have looked up the release in the system, saw "one" and made her post.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] V0latyle:
Truth.

I think we should all remember that the P6/P6 Pro are new platforms, and while a lot of the other technologies are well established, the Tensor is a brand new development that is bound to have teething problems.

I understand there's a lot of frustration and impatience here, but I have to ask: If you wanted a perfect, faultless device, why did you get a Pixel in the first place? Expecting perfection is a bit unrealistic.

The updates and fixes will come. Be patient. Being upset about it isn't going to make the update come any faster.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
There's a diff between their updates suck so who cares if ours do, and our updates aren't as bad as theirs.

Regardless of the for or against opinion, either buy a device that will be delivered perfect, or buy from a manufacturer who keeps their promises.

Then let the rest of us know who that manufacturer is, and which device came perfect out of the box.

The rest is just superfluous, extraneous, back and forth by people who'd rather be playing with their devices than waiting for an update.

You know why I'm not all bent about the P6P needing a few updates to get right, and why I'm not inciting burning down Google's HQ building because the December update is late?

1) because there are people in Kentucky USA dealing with over 80 deaths of of a family member, friend, neighbor, or co-worker, and thankfully I'm not one of them

2) because I've owned several "flagships" and accept that they'll come out flawed and take a few updates to smooth out the kinks

3) because there's nothing I can do about it, so I'll wait until it drops... then I'll start waiting anxiously for the January update to drop... then I'll start waiting for the Febr... until I get the Pixel 7 Pro XL Deluxe, and the cycle starts all over again :D

4) go to this page, and tell me how many devices Google REGULARLY supports. Maybe not every 30 days on the nose, but pretty much on a MONTHLY basis. Check out all the 2-3 year old devices still getting updates from Google. Can anyone show me another manufacturer that comes close. The Pixel 3 got an Oct 2021 update! The pixel 3!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] mikaole:
Google Japan was the one that stated the 13th. They took out the date 2 hours ago. So maybe next week
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MArtyChubbs:
That's what I am thinking, too.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
The primary function of this device is to be a phone and I have no connectivity. I'm out and about right now and I have no signal. I have no way to even send a text message. This is unacceptable. I spent $1,000 on this phone and Google who promises immediate updates on their devices is delaying the update for a brand new device that has serious issues. I'm extremely upset with this device. I'm extremely upset with Google. I will never purchase another Google phone again. I should have learned my lesson when I purchased the Nexus 6P but nevertheless if this update whenever it does come out does not fix my connectivity issues. I am selling this device immediately and I will never give Google another dime again.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] nummer:
i've seen that response [ctrl+c + ctrl+v]ed plenty of times when i look through the account's replies...
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kondi10:
lots of angry people: we want our december update or we will burn google!

me, owner of a sony google tv: I can wait for an update
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
Sorry to hear about your bad experience. This is why devices have a warranty. Make several million of these things, SOME are going to be bad. Statistically impossible to avoid.

Without diminishing the connectivity issue you're having, your and other's issues are not the same experience that millions of 6P6 owners are having. Several million devices have been delivered, and while there are some on Xda complaining about different issues, there are just as many saying they're not really having any issues at all. The few people I know with 6 Pros (unrooted) all love their devices and haven't made any complaints about them (other than the price :p )...

Maybe with some of these having issues it's a bad batch of devices, maybe its signal issues, maybe it's high expectations, maybe it's user error, maybe its app incompatibility, maybe it's the new Tensor chipset, maybe it's a dozen other things that can make a device unstable, even barely usable.

Every device manufacturer has customers who are in your exact situation; never wanting another XYZ phone, never giving XYZ manufacturer another dime. Every, single manufacturer out there has extremely unhappy customers, all with valid reasons to be unhappy. So you, like everyone else, must choose your poison, so to speak. Get a great phone with a lousy camera (not a big deal unless you take a bazillion pics)... Get a lousy phone with a great camera (not a big deal unless you depend on your phone's connectivity)...

It's all relative, the grass is always greener, and we as humans will always want bigger, better, faster, and stronger- for less.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] skoda9635:
Oh, well it seems that you were very unlucky. I had similar issues day one and I did those things and something worked:

-disabled 5G,

-tried manually connecting to the cellular network,

-restarting the phone,

-setting APN manually.

If that wouldn't work I would probably reverted the phone back to factory settings (wiped everything).
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] V0latyle:
How do you know it's the update's fault? Have you tried downgrading to the last update? Are you sure it's not a problem with your carrier or SIM?

There are a lot of potential causes here but it seems like you'd rather blame Google. I'm not saying they're blameless by any means, but when the majority of users aren't having the same problems you are, it's probably not the company's fault.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] eddiedimitris:
I also have a terrible problem with the calls. It is slow to connect and generally does not hold the signal during the call .... I am waiting for the update and if it is not corrected I will sell it ... I have been using the s21 ultra for a week now
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
I know a lot of people in this thread that like their phones and like Google and will defend them and I understand that. However, the connectivity issues with this phone are widespread. You can easily find multiple people with the same problems. I have tried all of the recommended fixes. I even got a new SIM card and when T-Mobile put the card in they saw that I had no signal and didn't even charge me for the new sim card. Well, the recommended fixes don't work for me. We should not have to turn off 5G or 2G or manually input APN settings or switch airplane mode on and off where the other recommended fixes for a brand new device that cost close to $1,000. My OnePlus 7T gets gets good signal. I've never had a problem with the signal on that phone. It's obvious that Google cheapded out and put a crappy modem in this phone, but nevertheless the fact that they are delaying and update that has over a hundred bug fixes for their brand new flagship device is just unacceptable.

The phone itself is okay. It's nothing special but it's it's nice. However, the fact that I can't use it as a phone because I have no signal when I live in the Phoenix Metro area which has plenty of coverage, whether LTE or 5G is just plain unacceptable. Google's lack of communication regarding the Dec OTA release date and silence on the widespread connectivity issues is alarming.

And again, my phone also had a defect in the screen which required a replacement. Haven't had a good experience with this "flagship" device and may file a complaint with the BBB and FTC/FCC. I also believe this phone is headed to the same class action litigation the Nexus 6P faces, and guess what...Google lost and had to pay up millions for selling defective hardware. Looks like they still haven't learned their lesson.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
Logically, if it were the solely the modem causing your poor connectivity, EVERYONE would be having connectivity issues. Not just some or several.

Since everyone is not having that issue, there must be other contributing issues, or situations resulting in your poor connectivity.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] BeniS98:
I think the point of frustration is not due to the security patch itself but more because the large amount of bugs which are present in the November firmware and are about to be fixed in the December release. The bugs are so serious for me that I often think about selling my P6 and opt for another phone.

I'm taking macro shots very often and the P6 loses the battle against my business phone iPhone SE 2020 with a single camera configuration or my previous phone Huawei P30. It is not possible to take clear, sharp pictures of an object which has a distance of under 10 centimeters, whilst the P30 still takes clear and sharp photos up to a distance of 3 centimeters from the object. The iPhone takes sharp pictures up to a distance of 5 centimeters from the object.

But the camera is not the only issue on this phone. There are also stability issues in the OS itself. So i get the error message that System UI does not respond multiple times a day and the fingerprint scanner is so unresponsive that I had to press it very firmly to get the phone unlocked.

For my conclusion, at least the November firmware feels more like a beta than a final on the P6. I hope they will optimize the camera and fix the stability issues as soon as possible, otherwise i'm don't see any other option than selling the phone as it's unusable for me.

Still no update at 9:48 am CET, so i don't think they will release it today. Shame on you Google. Even Samsung released the December patch faster...
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MArtyChubbs:
Maybe it's how I'm reading your post, but it's kind of weird framing it as Google has this fix and is maliciously holding it from the users. Would you want the fix push to your phone that screwed it up? Maybe put it into a boot loop? If you literally can't use your phone because it doesn't make phone calls or sends text, you have a very big problem on your hand. I don't think the update is going to fix that Just saying... RMA it or ask for a refund or sell it. Save yourself the frustration. Have you contacted your carrier about it? The phone doesn't handle the call by itself. Also for reference I can make phone calls and text with the same model phone you have, so it must be a bad phone. Maybe you let the manufacturer replace it. Sure they're happy to do so...
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
I purchased a unlocked 6 pro directly from Google. I have notified T-Mobile and there's nothing that they can do about it. As I said, I've already had replaced my SIM card with no improvement. I spoke with Google support over a week ago even though I'm past my return window and they said they would email me within 24 hours with return instructions. However, I never received that email. I'm not surprised as Google support is pretty lackluster and I'm being pretty nice saying that. We don't know why the update has been delayed. However, it is questionable why they would release updates for their other product lineup and leave their flagship device hanging to dry when it has numerous bugs. Some are debilitating for the user. Also, I'm not the only one with connectivity issues. Again, this is a widespread problem and I guess you lucked out not having this problem. However, I have the problem. Many others have the problem and Google hasn't said one word about it when they know there is an issue. Again, I understand there are people that will defend Google no matter what and I understand product loyalty. However, Google doesn't deserve it. They've released faulty devices in the past and it looks like they're continuing to do so now. I should have learned my lesson when I experienced the problems with the Nexus 6P, but that was so long ago. I figured Google had learned their lesson but it's obvious that the lesson has not been learned and as I said in my previous post, I will not be surprised if a class action lawsuit is filed against Google regarding this "flagship" device. I likely will sell the phone and will either continue to use my OnePlus 7T or possibly go for the Xiaomi mi 11 ultra or wait for the 12.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] opz187:
I'm having issues as well. It's widespread. Stop denying it. You're just defending your purchase.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] jamesbilluk:
An update seems to be downloading now (unlocked 6 Pro in the UK) it just says 'Security update' and is 215 MB
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] LLStarks:
I didn't have call drop issues on T-Mobile until I got the Pixel 6. It's clearly a phone issue.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MArtyChubbs:
That's awesome to hear! Please follow up with Google again if they're going to give you your money back, do it! Sitting on your ass and posting in forums all day isn't going to resolve anything dude get your money back 🙏🙏
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] LLStarks:
Images are now up. US carriers have their own zip.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kondi10:
The update has arrived to the UK, 215 MB
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MArtyChubbs:
🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

I don't think that was his point, but whatever... Don't even reply you hate Google and your response has no value.

So how helpful was that? Just saying... 😉

Ps I was just kidding.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Izy:
I mean it's literally the same modem as the s20 series exynos mods if it was a real issue would have seen it already

The update image is on Google's website https://developers.google.com/android/images
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] LLStarks:
Guess the 12L beta will be on Wednesday. Can't enroll yet.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
For some reason I'm giving Google one last chance by waiting for this latest December patch. Since the patch notes state that it addresses connectivity issues but don't get me wrong. If that patch does not fix my problem, this phone will be either sold or returned. Again, I think the phone is nice and it's too bad that I'm having this problem, but I will not deal with connectivity issues on a $1000 brand new "flagship" device.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
Looks like the update is now out. I see it on Google's website. Finally! Really hope it fixes this connectivity problem.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Hawk19:
Available in France too !
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] opz187:
Except the exynos variant isn't the primary one in the US, it's the snapdragon, which doesn't use same modem.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
I assume 12.0.0 (SQ1D.211205.016.A1, Dec 2021) is for unlocked 6 pro?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] sw1000:
Just got a tiny 215mb update, surely this isn't all the big fixes and new features?

My Samsung s21 ultra in the UK got the same size update yesterday, seriously have upped their game. Little bit disappointed by Google thus far compared to other pixel updates. We've had to wait for the fingerprint update, hopefully it's in this release
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
Stop denying what?

That many of us are NOT having connectivity issues? That logic says if everyone with the same modem isn't experiencing the same result, there must be other issues impacting those having connectivity issues?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] chistery:
Downloading the 215mb update now.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] jas0nsg:
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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] opz187:
Just because there's a portion of people "without the issue" doesn't mean the issue isn't valid or even prevalent. And these are just the people who are willing to go on a website to report the problem. Imagine all the people that aren't.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
Iv got the updateeee
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Izy:
and the rest of the world do exist outside of the US your point being

maybe its US's ****ty masts by that logic
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] opz187:
You're wrong there's nothing outside US
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
It's teasing me loool, Gata wait untill I get home battery to low to download over 4g 33%??

I bet everyone loves Google now hahhahaa
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Paz9:
Australia here, still no update
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] beaverhead:
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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 124leon124:
For CA and TW. For UK, IE, FR, DE is A4. Is that right? Anybody can confirm?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] beaverhead:
Belgium btw.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] dex2grigg:
Thanks Google for releasing the update when my battery is low 🙄🤣

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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
So for an unlocked 6 pro using TMobile in USA, which one do I use? The us carrier one?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] rooteey:
Available in Poland!

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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] blaze909090:
Guys, coming from Proton AOSP, what steps does it take to flash the update manually? Just hitting the flashall.bat drives me to booting failure (device corrupt).

Thanks in advance
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kondi10:
my husband's phone has 39% and it was too low as well. strange, usually it was 20%, wasn't it?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 124leon124:
Go to google website. You have special one for US Carriers. There is another thread Pixel 6 December update
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] dex2grigg:
Yeah update downloading now at 20%!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
Yes I know but I have an unlocked device I purchased directly from Google. I live in US and use TMobile. Is it safe to use the us carriers variant or is that for TMobile/att/Verizon 6 pros?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 124leon124:
I don't know. I live in Ireland. I don't have OTA update. Later I will try to put full OTA file manuały
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
I'm in Ireland to, well the "north" / Belfast I got the ota
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
Taking a while to install, teasing me again
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] numbnutsuk:
215 mb update UK

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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] silent_silver:
Arrived in germany as well. Really looking forward to the improvements. Even though my experience so far was much better than many here stated. View attachment 5481627
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
Yeah it's taking a long while to optimize the apps
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] numbnutsuk:
Very long and hot. Think they've caused another bug 🍆 it's doing a lot for 215mb 🤔
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
Is anyone's update stuck in a loop?? Mys keeps saying optimizing then then it gets to 100% then starts from the start again, or is this normal, been trying to update for 20 mins now
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
Yeahhh exectly it's in a loop
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] chistery:
Mine is still optimizing. Currently at about 50%. Very slow progress.