yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
Has there been a Beta 6 before? I hadn't figured they'd get to more than 5; based off how frequently they release every like between 2-3 months, logically there wouldn't be much time to put out 6 within a year.

Yeah, for sure the date when released is never set in stone with Google -- especially considering the last couple of months/releases -- but I think they number it with the "aim" of its intended release or when they imagine to put that final "commit" (my apologies if I'm totally out of my depth and using the terminology wrong; showing my ignorance)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I don't think there has been a Beta 6, but I don't remember for sure.

Post #4 - Build ID definitions

Only quoted the excerpt below that addresses the date:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] GuyInDogSuit:
There's rules about beta releases?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Tracker31:
if the rumors about 1309 eur for pixel 8 pro (256gb and ufs 4.0) are true then this is the suicide for google. I will not switch to p8p from p7p. price pain limit for me is 1050-1100 eur for this phone.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
What?! 😮

I'm probably keeping my P7P anyway but this is way too expensive for a Pixel. This begs for us to wait for a sale and not be early adopters.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] LLStarks:
Doubt it. $650 and $950.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Remember to unhide Magisk before you update. Sometimes not doing so has caused issues, and sometimes not.

Magisk (this time confirmed Stable) v26.3 released:

GitHub - topjohnwu/Magisk: The Magic Mask for Android

The Magic Mask for Android. Contribute to topjohnwu/Magisk development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

Release Magisk v26.3 · topjohnwu/Magisk

[General] Fix device information detection script [General] Update BusyBox to 1.36.1 [General] Update toolchain that produces broken arm32 executables [App] Fix root service unable to bind on OnePl...

github.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
You meant v26.3! 😉
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Thanks! Fixed.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
So, stable Android 14 today or tomorrow then, maybe? 🤔

I know today is Labor Day in the US but who knows?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] LLStarks:
Android 14 is tomorrow and then maybe QPR1 Beta 1 on Wednesday
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
It better be a good release! Cause I'm traveling next week for a month and I need my P7P to be reliable during that time. You can do it Google! 💪
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
The full changelog for Magisk since 26.2, as far as I know, never went Stable, only Beta:

2023.9.4 Magisk v26.3

The Magic Mask for Android

topjohnwu.github.io
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Homeboy76:
You're right Magisk Stable Changelog didn't didn't change until September 4, 2023. :ROFLMAO:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] GuyInDogSuit:
I keep my expectations low so I'm not as disappointed by the result. 🤣
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
I'm definitely waiting a couple of days so I can read about the update here. Kirisakura kernel will also take a few days to be updated.

I'll probably update at the end of the week if things seem OK. 🤞
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] justDave:
If you need a stable phone for a month of travel, you might not want to install the update just before you go.

File that under sound advice I'd probably ignore if it was me :cowboy:
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Yeah, I'm debating doing that. We'll see.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
September Security Bulletin is up, but nothing else, yet.

Android Security Bulletin—September 2023 | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Imagine we're just getting A13 with the September patch and A14 is in October! That would be funny. 😅
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Dr.Pepper:
Who did say that we will get a14 stable in September? Nobody... Its better to a bit limit expectations 😂😅
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
No one did! We're just all expecting it because the new major version usually drops around this time.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
For what it's worth...

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1699140807486316548
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] GuyInDogSuit:
Smh
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] TheLoonyRebel:
Not surprised Android 14 is "delayed."
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Well, this post aged well I guess, huh? 🙃
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] GuyInDogSuit:
Liek, omigawrsh, you saw the future, huh.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
IKR? It's cray! 🤪
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] gpvecchi:
It makes sense to me. I always found strange that a new OS was available to "old" phones before the new one.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
So, hmm, no security update this month then? 🤔
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] JakeDHS07:
Possibly. Or could be delayed. Who knows with Google. Whatever it is there will probably not be any communication and we won't know until it just drops randomly. Super annoying and one of my least favorite things about how they run things.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
No Qi2 for Pixel 8?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Exclusive: Google Pixel 9 processor won't be the ambitious chip we hoped for

The Tensor G4 will be a more minor upgrade than initially expected, but Google's chipset plans still offer plenty to look forward to.

www.androidauthority.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] LLStarks:
Pixel 9 will basically be an optimized and slightly overclocked Pixel 8 with yet another tweaked 5300 modem. Maybe a smaller Pro model will join the lineup. Samsung has nothing new up their sleeve and the Pixel 9 likely miss 3nm again. I was hoping Google could at least borrow more from the Exynos 2400.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Google Pixel Update - September 2023 - Google Pixel Community

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

developers.google.com

13.0.0 (TQ3A.230901.001, Sep 2023)	Flash	Link	6b946f4db4b28d04ff436924f9e9dbf18f989df22c2298bbf7889f1a7db9d515
13.0.0 (TQ3A.230901.001.C2, Sep 2023, Verizon, Verizon MVNOs)	Flash	Link	5f2b98dc82b80b7f2753ecb2ed02d08689c3ccf53ceae6542b183da8f19e1e36

Full OTA Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices | Google Play services | Google for Developers

developers.google.com

Pixel Update Bulletin—September 2023 | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
Thanks. Afterwards, Play System update remains as of 2/1/2023. Weirdest re-locking bootloader experience
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] dimm0k:
Sept 2023 rootable as usual?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Mine's on August 1, 2023 Play System update, both before and after flashing the September update. I believe it updates independently, or at least partially.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] LLStarks:
I hope stable 14 or QPR1 are the same. Google has a nasty habit of breaking various combos of root, Safetynet, and Play Integrity with final releases and new branches.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] madmuthertrucker:
I updated using platform tools 33.0.3. No issues. I'm to chicken too try 34.0.4.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Fishawy:
Same. Used 34.0.4 for the August update with no issues, but then later on there were posts here from people facing fastboot problems, so I played it safe and used 33.0.3 for September.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] rage302:
...same story here... flashed August update with PF using PFT 34.0.4 (most recent version) without any troubles. But this time (september update), I was playing safe as well and used PFT 33.0.3 -> all good, no problems.

greetings rage
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
The thing is I changed from root to unroot. Upon relocking and reflash and wipe, it now shows 2/1/2023 with no sign of update
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Yeah, the Play System updates are definitely weird. Give it a month. :)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] linuxares:
For those who might ask.

Magisk 26.3 patched image works fine.

I recommend using Pixelflasher to update. Why do all the steps manually when it do them for you? ;)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
The weird thing is I don't know if it handles bootloader locked devices. When I use flash.android.com, checking the lock box or unchecking would both cause a wipe. So I ended up just using OTA update thru the phone's menu.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] JakeDHS07:
It is absolutely hilarious to me how broken the Google play system updates are. I did a clean install of the September update usually do a clean install every 6 months or so to improve performance. But now it thinks February is the most recent update upon multiple check attempts. Despite being on August before I did the clean install 😂
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] GuyInDogSuit:
Google do be funky like that.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
You are not alone. I recently wiped and re-locked bootloader in order to use Google One VPN and tackle intune company portal detecting root and this is what I experience too. Waiting for miracle
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] allenjthomsen:
What app is that? Im curious
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] JakeDHS07:
Not sure what you mean. It's not an app it's built into the OS. It's the decoupled modules they rolled out awhile back. They get grouped together as the play system updates
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] allenjthomsen:
Ahh got ya thanks for the info
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
If you go to Settings, and type Play System in the search bar, you should find the option to check for updates there, although I don't really pay attention to it. It updates itself when it feels like it, and as far as I know, I haven't had any problems.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
How the hell is there a Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 if there hasn't been a stable Android 14 release?!?!?!?!?

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 Released for Pixel Phones!

In what truly is an odd set of circumstances, Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 is now available for select Pixel devices. Looking back, we’re relatively certain this has never happened, where a QPR (quarterly platform release) build is launched for an Android version that isn’t yet... #Android #Android14

www.droid-life.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Nope. init_boot.img is the file we need to patch with Magisk now on the P7P.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyfiore75:
I can confirm the following:

1 - I successfully updated to TD1A.220804.031 using the latest Platform Tools package (note: I tried doing this WITHOUT the latest Platform Tools and it failed). Flash-all.bat (-w removed)

2 - I extracted the init.boot from the Factory Image, patched it using the Stable Version of Magisk and flashed the magisk.patched via Fastboot. Everything went smoothly.

Thanks to everyone who has contributed to this thread. Much appreciated.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
From the OP.

:)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] swieder711:
Wow. I thought we needed Magisk Canary to patch to init.boot file. Cool to see that Magisk stable (25200) works too!

I have platform-tools_r33.0.3-windows from September which looks like the latest release. Is that what you used?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] tonyfiore75:
Yup - I used 33.0.3. I hadn't updated to that previously. I should have, obviously. I saw it was a "minor" update so I put it off. When I tried updating via Fastboot, it failed. Then I updated Platform Tools and it worked. So there you have it!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] stroke55:
I successfully rooted by flasing the patched init_boot and can also confirm that only basic integrity is met (device integrity failed). CTS profile match also failed (Magisk Canary 25205, USNF 2.3.1 MOD and Shamiko 0.5.2). Thank you :)
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] pijiman:
Seems like Google Wallet is working. Do banking apps work as well with the usual combo of MagiskHide Props Config + Shamiko + Universal SafetyNet Fix 2.3.1 MOD?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Renate:
I don't have a Pixel 7 and I'm missing out on all the fun.

Did someone post a init_boot.img ? (I read 15 pages of this.)

I'd like to know how/why they split the boot.

My internet runs at under 100 kb/s which is why I'm too lazy to load it all.

Also: Isn't there a ROM bootloader on this? I know Qualcomm, I kinda know MediaTek. I don't know Samsung-ish.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Annie the Eagle:
Do apps like Netflix work if you sideload it? If you clear data for Google Play Store, does it change to "Certified"?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] aer0zer0:
I was able to add my card after rooting and using usnf (ok I'm not passing sn), gonna try it at work tomorrow
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
OK, bootloader unlocked, newest factory image flashed, rooted init_boot with latest Magisk stable. I also installed LSPosed and AOSPMods, everything seems OK so far!

"Device not certified" in the Play Store though, even though I installed the latest safetynet fix (mod), hidden Magisk and deleted the Play Store data.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] ScottIsMyName:
Actually with the Displax mod (https://xdaforums.com/t/magisk-module-universal-safetynet-fix-2-3-1.4217823/page-91#post-87198517) it seems to work for me! While the safetynet check apps fail, Google Wallet somehow does work. Plus while before I couldn't even install Netflix, Mario Kart, Disney+ etc from the play store, I now can!

Make sure after installing that module to add everything to the denylist in magisk (Play protect service, play store, wallet/gpay, mario kart (or other games that check the safetynet), netflix, banking apps). Then wipe all the data of the play store and google play services. Opening the play store after this allowed me to download all apps again :)

edit: The above is from @Humpie from the USNF thread. I couldn't quote it properly on my phone
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] rester555:
But it still shows that it's not certified?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] xChickens:
Are you supposed to use MagiskHide Props with USNF Mod? The instructions on the post say "This avoids many side effects/problems with global props changing." and "Delete/disable/reset MagiskHidePropsConfig (if installed)"
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] stroke55:
Yes, not certified.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Use the "Search this thread" at the top and search for user edcsxz. They supplied a download of the stock init_boot.img, which you'll have to patch with Magisk. I confirmed it's the exact same file that comes in the .031 factory image zip.

No one has found a way to low-level rescue the Tensor devices, yet. Likely there are tools that we just don't have access to.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Larakali:
I have this weird problem.

I used the file linked here and flashed it. After installing magisk it boots fine etc but when i shutdown the display after some time itll just reboot. Only happens with Magisk. Just me?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Forgot to mention, I did disable verity and verification when I flashed the latest factory image. Just in case.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] bosox284:
Having a super tough time deciding whether to root as usual or hold off. I don't want to factory reset in the future should some of these Safetynet/Play Integrity issues get ironed out, but I don't want to take a chance at losing functionality in the meantime
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Namelesswonder:
They're splitting the initrd off into it's own partition. Yet again. Wonder how long until they go back to unified kernel images.

Their intention is to have a generic initrd, possibly just like standard LInux distributions.

Generic boot partition | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com

And the bootloaders are using the new ARM Trusted Firmware.

arm-trusted-firmware/docs/design/firmware-design.rst at master · ARM-software/arm-trusted-firmware

Read-only mirror of Trusted Firmware-A. Contribute to ARM-software/arm-trusted-firmware development by creating an account on GitHub.

github.com

Also letting the thread know that I created another thread for my 32-bit application checker, and updated it to be less verbose and directly tell you what apps are 32-bit. Check it out if you have some old apps installed on your phone that you want to check if they will be able to be used on your Pixel 7 when you get it.

https://xdaforums.com/t/32-bit-arm-application-checker.4505193/
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Fishawy:
Google 🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
Yeah, basically. The Android team might need a revamp!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] IdrisMC:
On the sep update my safetynet fails with https://github.com/Displax/safetynet-fix/releases because CTS fails because its now hardware backed, how to solve
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Try v2.4.0-MOD_1.3.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] sawdoctor:
Check the bugs reported as well, lot of people complaining wallet is broken on it which is a big whoopsie
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] IdrisMC:
Oh yes that fixed it thanks!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] schmeggy929:
I'm not really understanding your complaint. Once stable Android 14 is out, won't the next beta be Android 15 QPR1?

I also don't understand the article either. Aren't Betas released before the stable of that android version?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Betas for Android OS versions are released before the stable versions, but these are separate from the QPR betas, which they started with the Pixel 6 series being released. The A14 QPR1 betas (there should be 3 of them, at least, one in each month) are to test the stable release of A14 QPR1, which will be released in December. Then they will start the A14 QPR2 betas, which will test the A14 QPR2 stable release in March. Finally, there will be the A14 QPR3 betas which will test the stable release of A14 QPR3 in June. Of course, all of this assumes they will continue with what they have been doing.

Then, sometime in February of 2024 they will also release the 1st A15 beta (Developer Preview 1), assuming they abide by their earlier history.

This year was different, however, with the first A14 QPR1 beta being released before the stable version of A14 will be released. The stable version of A14 was originally scheduled to be released with the September monthly build, but was delayed. Google then decided, for whatever reason, to release the first A14 QPR1 beta now instead of waiting for the first stable A14 build to be released first (Oct. 4).
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] schmeggy929:
Ok I understand it now, thanks.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
I checked again yoday

After saying you are not alone on 9/19, today when I checked it, it asked me to restart. Upon finish, I jumped from 2/1 to 8/1 without having to download any kb/MB. Not sure when would 9/1 show up.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] JakeDHS07:
I'm not sure there was one. I got bumped to August again eventually as well. Background installs man
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] supermansaga:
there absolutely is a September one per https://support.google.com/product-documentation/answer/11412553. I would bookmark it to educate myself
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] kornball:
I just updated to the September factory image and have Magisk 26.3 installed along with USNF 2.40-MOD_1.2 by Displax. Before updating, my device was 'certified' in Google Play Store, but now it's not. Anyone else experience this? Do I need to update to a newer USNF version?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Ghisy:
You should use 2.40-mod_1.3 instead. Then clear all data for the Play Store and it should be certified. Works on my P7P at least.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] kornball:
Thanks, will try this!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] LLStarks:
Play Integrity Fix replaces it. Also, you may need to wipe Play Store cache/storage afterwards.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] kornball:
Is this an alternative to USNF? This one?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] V0latyle:
Displax's USNF fork here also works although 2.4.0_1.3 seems to be more reliable for some people than 2.4.0_2.0
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
As stated above, users with Pixel 7 series devices should use Displax's 2.4.0_mod-1.3 as 2.4.0_mod-2.0 is having problems with devices launched with Android 13, or use Chiteroman's alternative Play Integrity Fix.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] kornball:
Appreciate everyone's help. I updated to Displax's 1.3 mod and cleared Google Play Store data/cache. My P7 is once again certified
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] LLStarks:
Yes. Replaces it entirely.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Android Security Bulletin—October 2023 | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Android 14 Stable:

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

developers.google.com

Full OTA Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices | Google Play services | Google for Developers

developers.google.com

Google Pixel Update - October 2023 - Google Pixel Community

Pixel Update Bulletin—October 2023 | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com

Android Security Bulletins | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Interesting. the .A1 for Pixel 7 says Japan, and the .A1 for Pixel 6 says AT&T. I thought they normally chose different version extensions for different things, like AT&T would be .A1 and Japan would be .A2...
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] UberNorse:
I'm trying to go from the last Beta 5.3 as I opted out before the last chance too and have since avoided the downgrade option. I'm trying to use the android flash tool and upon selecting the 14.0 stable build it says no builds available after I get to the flashing screen. I guess I may have to manually flash? Anyone else seeing this?

EDIT - Android Flash Tool now seems to be working.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Sasaiber:
:D

Wow
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Jwtiyar:
Iam on beta 5.3 and didn't opt-out qpr update still getting update to qpr1 update, can i update manually to stable a14 without wipe?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I'm not clear if you're saying you've already received the Android 14 QPR1 OTA yet. If you have, then going to Android 14 Stable is a downgrade from QPR1 Beta 1, so it'll wipe. If you are on Beta 5.3 of Android 14, Stable will be an upgrade, so won't wipe. You still need to opt out of the Beta program, otherwise it'll still want to send you the QPR1 Beta 1 OTA.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Google Pixel Update - October 2023 - Google Pixel Community
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] bleez99:
The deed is done.

I do it all manually, and I stuck with 33.0.3 to do it.

Go for it.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Jwtiyar:
Yes i was on qpr1 before but wiped and downgraded to 5.3, ok it means no need wipe thank you.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Thanks for the report that 33.0.3 still works for it!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] ropapermaker:
Updated from 5.3 to A14 stable with pixel flasher, full OTA method, magisk 26.3 with some modules, platform-tools 33.0.3. Everything seems fine
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] DIXZ06:
Updated factory image with 34.0.4. No problems!
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] bradhoschar:
Happy A14 day!

Is rooting still the same for the P7P?
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] rhodry999:
Great that A14 is here. Anybody did a full test if it passes safetynetfix and play store / wallet works? I use today with A13 and sept update the Displax mod.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Pixel Update Bulletin—October 2023 | Android Open Source Project

source.android.com
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Yes.
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] simplepinoi177:
Holy crap it's here....!!!!😊

But i'll give it a few days/week to give it a chance to make sure anything that's worth reporting is reported (modules, apps, glitches/bugs)....
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] Nekromantik:
I will give it a day or two and then flash on Friday or weekend.

Hopefully custom kernel from sultan is not too far off for a14
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Fall feature drop: New improvements across Pixel phones and Tablet - Google Pixel Community
[Google Pixel 7 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Android 14 is live in AOSP

Android 14 is rolling out to select Pixel devices starting today, and will be available later this year on some of your favorite devices.

android-developers.googleblog.com

Does that include the kernel source? Probably helps that they delayed releasing since normally there's a delay for the source code.