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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] almahix:
Thanks. I found it. I deleted the -w from the file and ran the script. It seemed to run without errors, but the phone says it is now corrupt and it won't boot. I repeated it but still corrupt. I am in over my head here. The file I used is image-raven-sq1d.211205.017.zip. I am in the US. The booloader is unlocked and not yet rooted. Can someone get me my phone back?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] krips2003:
Sometimes it's better to wait for the OTA update on your phone instead of manually updating the OTA. People might have reported issues, which Google might be fixing it again.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] jlokos:
Use android Flash tool. which is an automated process. I assume you didn't disable-verity and disable-verification and that it why it won't boot. There are a number of helpful guides in this forum on how to do it manually.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
Oh I see, my mistake. I didn't realize the Raven was the name for the P6P. I thought that was the name of the image I needed to download. Thanks for the information!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Saurabh1392:
Has anyone done a clean install after the December update?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] almahix:
I'm such a dolt. I mistaked the old tools used with fastboot. I found the new stuff and I'm using it now to flash the newest US build. It did wipe my phone so I'll have to restore it but at least it isn't dead. Thanks for your kindly advice. Now that I know the escape route I think I'll try to root. (Does the new tool do that?? :))
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] jlokos:
No the android flash tool doesn't root your phone, but there are a number of guides in the forum that take you step by step through the process. This one has a link to all of the relevant threads: https://xdaforums.com/t/unlocking-t...r-factory-image-and-ota-zips-are-out.4352027/ Good luck.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
I'd also prefer to do a clean install of the December update, but I have no idea how to do it, or if anyone's even converted the files to do so. I've been out of the game a while, so forgive me. I don't remember all the terminology, and I'm sure the tech has changed quite a bit. Last time I was active in here was when I rooted my LG V6, so yeah, it's been a while, lol.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] jlokos:
See my response above (and the included threads). You may want to use the android flash tool.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MacGuy2006:
No December update yet, in the US. This might explain it:

"Google’s Pixel 6 series saw a slightly delayed December patch that arrived earlier this week, but it seems the update is causing trouble for users in Europe as more and more user reports link the update to network issues."

[U: Not the wrong build] Latest Google Pixel 6 update is causing network issues in Europe

Some Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro owners in Europe have found that the December update is causing various network issues on their phones.

9to5google.com

Pretty unhappy with Google lately (censorship and w0ke search skewing), and this phone is not helping.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] biggiesmalls657:
I side loaded the December update and got a random shutdown. I didn't on the older software. I'm fully stock. It happened when I was messaging someone on Messenger
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] LLStarks:
The December update includes 8CA mmwave carrier aggregation. Upgraded from 4CA.

According to a reputable T-Mobile signal chaser in NYC, he was able to hit 3.3 Gbps.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] old_fart:
Um. I did a side load of December ota and it was good.

Low battery ? Maybe charge it all the way up.

Go ahead and re-try with a new download . . .
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] wulfgarfang:
I also have not had a single issue. I LOVE YOU GOOGLE! Thank you for the best phone I've ever owned!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] marmin:
Oh the irony!!!!!!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Mtha86:
I also have no issue, though battery could be a little better. Just getting around 5.5 to 6.5 hours SOT a day (when full day wifi around 9 hours which is great!!)

Far better than my last buggy Oneplus 8 Pro, Oxygen OS is such a mess. This is smooth as hell, love it!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] zaras27:
Yea but after that update the signals went poor

[U: Not the wrong build] Latest Google Pixel 6 update is causing network issues in Europe

Some Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro owners in Europe have found that the December update is causing various network issues on their phones.

9to5google.com
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] PrinceLc:
Happy with the P6P December update ! Get around 8 hors SOT with 5G and Dualsim ! No problems here so far. Global Pixel in the EU Germany. Got A4 December update normal OTA.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] hello00:
not me so im gud
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] nation888888:
I was debating to go with a Pixel or Samsung. Decided Samsung Note 20 ultra. Its the best phone I have experienced but too secure. I use the my Oukitel K9 for trying various roms and have not experienced all these issue on this forum. I literally didn't go for pixel because of the screen size. The connectivity issues had never crossed my mind. I would be furious if I had bought a flagship phone that had issues like these.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] hello00:
Samsung phones tend to have poor signal. The internet is filled with comments from people reporting the loss of coverage and low signal intensity,..I've had far more signal with iPhones than any Samsung devices.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] kevinireland11:
I get amazing signal p6p, even better so after update, my only issue is with the FPS doesn't wake up on lock screen / aod
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] mofoliar:
My signal is weaker than my OP 9 Pro. But i know 2 differ modem chips.. I use AODnotify.. works wonders.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] brandynash:
Where is Dec update its Dec 18 last update Nov 5
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] galaxys:
It's being rolled out in some kind of Google algorithm 😳
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] mitchst2:
Specifically designed to annoy the sh1t3 out of everyone
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
One of these is what you need to update manually (take the -w out of the flash-all.bat file), although from what I'm reading, if you're not rooted (and planning on keeping root), folks have reported great user-friendly success using the

Official Google Android Flash Tool

instead. You can still root after doing it that way, too, just doesn't make as much sense to use that method if you're going to root since you'll still need the full official firmware, unless you're definitely going to use a custom kernel, too.

I've heard rumors that Google stopped pushing the December update, but I don't know if that's true. I haven't noticed any news articles about it, but I haven't gone looking for them either.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] bobby janow:
If all he wants to do is update to the latest patch he would only need to do the OTA sideload and not flash the whole image. The link is to the full image and not the OTA. Did he say he was rooted, I'm having a hard time understanding your post here.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I never do OTA sideload - I always use the full image. If he's planning on rooting, then he'll need the boot.img from the full image anyway, so would save him a step since the OTA doesn't include the full boot.img, but overall I was recommending the Android Flash Tool if he's not rooted and not going to. He didn't say much at all. He didn't say if he's rooted or not rooted. I'm trying not to assume either way as it's anyone's guess, and quite common that rooted folks don't mention they're rooted, and definitely very common that non-rooted folks don't mention that they're not.

There are many ways for them to update, I was giving them my recommendations if they're tired of waiting for the OTA.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] bobby janow:
I see what you're getting at although I've never flashed a full image if an OTA was available for sideload. Different strokes.. But what I was referring to was your statement " though from what I'm reading, if you're not rooted (and planning on keeping root), " Does that make sense to you?

I'm curious why you would flash the entire image and not the OTA? Do you find it better for operations? Heck it's easy enough if it's worth it.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I tend to try to cover multiple scenarios in my statements - sometimes too much and I cause confusion. :)

What I mean is:

Whether they're rooted now or not, if they plan on keeping root or rooting afterwards, they might as well go for the full firmware zip for many reasons, which I could list (it's good to have on hand if you get in a pinch, and unless they're planning on using a rooted custom kernel, they'll need the stock boot.img extracted out of the full image zip in order to root the boot.img with Magisk.

If they're not planning on being rooted, the Android Flash Tool would probably be their best bet.

Just my preference, as it is for some others in this section (and elsewhere). I like to have the full stock image on hand anyway, so it doesn't make sense for me to download both the OTA and the full firmware zip if I want to keep the full firmware handy anyway.

Also, sometimes it takes a day (or hours :D ) for custom kernels to be updated to work with the new update, so in that case, I need the boot.img file extracted out of the full firmware zip, in order to root it with Magisk and use it rooted until the custom kernel I use has been updated.

There are likely other variables and ways that the same things could be achieved, but it's just been my preferred way. Flashing the full image has never caused me any issues. I did it on my Pixel 1 every month from 2016 to early 2020 when I stopped using it.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] bobby janow:
@roirraW "edor" ehT Thanks good info. You're in the rooted unlocked camp and thus all of it makes sense. Maybe one of these days I'll play around again. It's always tempting. I think what has kept me away is my banking app and Gpay. I know there are ways around it but.. well I don't know. Maybe getting complacent in my old age.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
You're welcome! When I used my Pixel 1, I definitely had less reason to root than ever, but thanks to Tensor and Android 12, I have more reason again. This has been the first phone I've used which I performed the workarounds on to get Banking apps and GPay working. It was easier than I thought it would be, although I have no idea if, in the long run, it'll be a frequent cat and mouse game keeping them working.

This is also the first phone I've used the root adblocking on. Now that I have it, I love it. I do really like the features CleanSlate kernel gives (sweep to sleep), and some other modifications.

At my age, I definitely also just like things to work as-is, too.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] jdh1969:
I agree. There are many changes that are performed on the back end of devices by Google that are not disclosed to their customers. I would like to see a company like Duck Duck Go make a device. Total transparency and privacy.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] AndroidAddict420:
After having every Nexus and Pixel Device release, i dont remember a pixel that DID NOT have reception issues at one point or another. Something always fixed in updates, eventually. I think they settled and these were class action lawsuit for Pixel 2XL and Pixel 3XL owners for reception issues.....both were different lawsuits....
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
Not sure why, but when I try accessing Recovery Mode to sideload the December OTA, I get a "No Command" message with the android guy laying down with a "!" over him. Tried entering Recovery Mode via ADB and Volume Down + Power, but I get the same result. Does anyone know what might be wrong? Pixel 6 Pro, USA, Verizon carrier, locked, and running Command Prompt as an Administrator in Windows. Thank you.

Merry Christmas, everyone! 🧑‍🎄
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] bobby janow:
At the command prompt hold down the power button and hit the volume up key once.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
I'll give it a try -- thank you!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
@bobby janow Worked like a charm! Thanks again! ☺️ OTA side-loaded successfully, running .017, now let's see how everything works. Still with the fam doing the Christmas thing, but will test as much as I can.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Batfink33:
Yes, the s20 Exynos was known for its poor signal but the s20 uses the same modem as the P6!!!!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Jiggs82:
Merry belated Christmas to you and your fam😍❤️
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
Thanks Jiggs! The same for you and yours!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] johninsf:
Still no OTA. Thought of side loading this weekend but going to wait and see how long it takes to drop.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
I wonder if they're just going to release an early January OTA which might encompass and fix the issues from both the November and December OTAs and say "we've identified a few more *enhancements* we wanted to include in the next OTA..." and get everyone back on track for a regularly scheduled February OTA.

No doubt they realize they really screwed up their flagship release this year. But in the world of retail; money before everything else, of course. "We have to get our product out there and take full advantage of the holiday consumption.". I mean, they couldn't even make enough phones fast enough to ensure proper stock levels. Many locations had to wait for them. Just my thoughts while drinking my morning coffee and reading XDA, lol
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] johninsf:
At this point, I wouldn't be surprised if this may be the case.

I have been wondering if anyone on this forum has gotten the OTA in the past few days + in the US + purchased directly from Google Store.

I can live with the connectivity issues experienced so far / hope they're not worse after the update.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
My wife has not gotten the OTA (U.S., Factory Unlocked, purchased directly from Google). (I'm manually flashed and rooted)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Will be interesting to see what happens on Monday (Jan.3) when the January update is "supposed" to be released (1st Monday of the month).
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] ggrant3876:
In the USA and purchased directly from Google. Didn't get the OTA but went ahead and sideloaded it a couple weeks ago. I had no issues on the November update and the only issue with the December update is the battery isn't quite as good as November. A few more charging cycles and it may be back.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
I sure hope so. I started this morning with a full battery and at 3:13 p.m. EST, it's down to 26% and I really haven't used it much today.

Also, (I believe) someone mentioned that Google Maps isn't transferring audibly via Bluetooth. You may want to check that out, as well.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Matterhorn:
"Also, (I believe) someone mentioned that Google Maps isn't transferring audibly via Bluetooth. You may want to check that out, as well."

I sideloaded the December update on my unlocked Pixel 6 pro. Maps is talking to my BMW Bluetooth as well as the Google earbuds.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Galaxy Princess:
@Matterhorn thanks so much for the update!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] intp.pisces:
Serious TLDR. ^ either way, what I said is my opinion regarding your opinion, which I'm welcome to. I'm sorry if it hurt your feelings.

Either way, can't freakin wait for this update to drop dude! Already backed up my phone so it's ready to clean flash. I think it'll be seriously funny is it DIDN'T drop and this forum was left glaring at Google Japan.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
That's also a main issue amongst P6 users (as far as my experience in this sub goes) - many problems, including random reboots, can stem from a phone transfer.

For fairness’s sake, transferring your old phones data is an official feature that Android offers, and users can expect it to work and not break their phone. That is on Googles end then. If copying data causes problems, there should either be a warning attached to the process or Google needs to fix this. If a user uses an official Android feature that is heavily advertised, "muh Apple guys come over easy transfer process! xoxo", it is not fair to call them out for doing an "user error" - since they didn't do anything wrong. They simply used the tools Google gives every user. And rightly so.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Gytole:
I can say that reboots should NOT be happening. My first P6P was rebooting MULTIPLE times a day, I figured it was just a bug, but ai reflashed the full ota package AND the restore images and the reboots kept happening no matter what. When I got the replacement P6P I have not had a SINGLE reboot. I suffer from the battery drain though. I do NOT use my phone and it drops multiple percents an hour. I have factory reset the phone, reflashed again, I NEVER transfer my stuff, I always start from scratch and still have drains.

So I am with others on this...Although I am being PATIENT and hoping for the best, I purchased THIS $1100 DEVICE expecting updates to be ON TIME. A week? I can put up with. But I am EXTREMELY disappointed that we can't take 50mp shots yet. It's LITERALLY THE REASON I BOUGHT THE PHONE. Samsung lets you take 108mp images but they're TOO big.

I just hope the update foxed the drains.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Archer:
Like every single Android update on every single Pixel phone, the rollout will take place over a period of time. It could be days after it rolls out before any of us get it. Also, they have never been precise. I've known them as early as the 5th of the month and as late as the 22nd of the month. What you can expect is monthly updates, and that is better than any other brand on the market.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] galaxys:
The rollout will be a very bumpy 🛣️ road to who knows where...😳📴🚫💥
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] HiddenKnight:
Me: I wonder if people are messaging Google staff just to ask.....No there's no way people would do such a thing.

Also me:View attachment 5481423
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] HiddenKnight:
I keep looking here, not waiting for OTA since that's no instant.

Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices | Google Play services | Google for Developers

developers.google.com
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] intp.pisces:
I really can't comprehend how a user (at least unrooted) could mess much up. No number of apps wallpapers or personal settings configurations should be able to do that, right? (Bad transfers not included, since that was really Samsungs fault for letting them transfer from technically incompatible phones)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] elsdon:
Hrm.. I don't know, maybe I'm in a minority but I've never actually really thought I had issues withe fingerprint sensor or anything else. I'm not a fanboy, and generally pretty critical of my gadgets with very little loyalty so.

Like if you ask me, am I looking forward to a huge update with potentially a bunch of bug fixes? Yes. Is my phone (UK-based so I didn't even get the mid November 2021 update, SD1A.210817.036) unusable? Definitely not..
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] numbnutsuk:
I still don't have my free headphones let alone an update 🤪
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
You can check https://developers.google.com/android/images as often as you like and see when the next factory image drops (y)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] MArtyChubbs:
I could be totally wrong, but I don't think the 48 megapixel sensor is meant to take a 48 megapixel photo. From what I understand, a sensor takes four 12 megapixel pictures and chooses the best aspect from each photo to combine into one 12 megapixel photo. If there's a source stating that the camera will be able to output a 48 megapixel photo, please share cuz that's really interesting
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Az Biker:
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Let's keep the comments related to the original topic of when the next update will drop. Off-topic, insulting, and disrespectful comments have already been removed.

Insulting one another, and disrespectful comments about one another is the quickest way to have your account reviewed for restriction.

This is a development site, NOT a social media site where people bash each other for holding a different opinion.

If you agree, do so respectfully. If you disagree, do so respectfully. If you can't or refuse to be respectful and helpful, simply don't comment at all.

People acting like children telling others to stop acting like children is just ridiculous and makes both sides look silly.

If your comment violates Forum Rules, isn't helpful, isn't respectful, please just don't post it.

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[Google Pixel 6 Pro] V0latyle:
OTA and factory images usually drop at the same time.

December update will be late this month; there's the possibility it could get rolled into the January update as well.

I know a lot of us are itching to run the latest and greatest, but if your device is trouble free, the update is more of a novelty convenience. It won't hurt anyone to be out of date for a month :)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
Since a great deal of users voiced major bugs, that would be totally unacceptable.

Still true, for those that do not experience greater bugs, it's a minor nuisance. For the rest, however... [...]

Also do not (!) forget that the majority of planet Earth has not yet received the mid-november patch that basically fixed the FP (only US + Japan have). For those other people, waiting till January... lol. At that point, Googles update/fixing policy of new flagships could only be considered a joke.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] bobby janow:
I posted on the P6 forum, some are saying they received an email today that their Gen 2 Pixel stand shipment advised them to keep their phones updated for the December update due out later this month. For me this is not a novelty. The proximity sensor is a disaster for my P6 and the FPR is barely functional even with the mid month update. Imagine all those EU users and international users that haven't even gotten that.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Starzboy77:
My issue with the 6 pro is connectivity problems. More times than not I have one bar of signal and sometimes no signal at all. It's unacceptable for a $900 device and I've already had to have the screen replaced due to a defect. One of the reasons of getting a Google phone is to get the latest updates immediately and the fact that a extremely important update is being delayed when other pixel devices have already received. Their update is again, extremely disappointing and unacceptable. I am still contemplating if I will sell this phone but I do know one thing. I will never buy another Google phone again.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Morgrain:
I can hardly blame you. Google has postponed several releases in 2021, their track record of delivering updates in time has been damaged hard. This is not the way. Especially not for treating flagship customers. They pay the most, so they can expect the best. But Google doesn't deliver that. Even some midrange 300 € phones receive patches earlier than P6 users. What more is there to say...
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] intp.pisces:
Honestly didn't know it was possible to jank a device without root 😅

but it's definitely not their fault.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Matterhorn:
I'm itching for the update because the wifi calling is broken if you use a VPN and have lost the cell connection. It worked with my Pixel 3. For me it's an inconvenience but for people that live in areas without cell coverage and need VPN the phone is useless.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] intp.pisces:
This phone is the first release of Cyberpunk 2077 to a lot of us here 🤣