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[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Hi! I'm glad you have some experience with fastboot and adb. I understand you don't want to root your phone. You don't have to. I explained the caveats of all of your possible choices so that you would understand the risks better.

If you think you might mess something up, then it's best to just wait for Android 15 to go Stable in a few months or so, as you indicated you might do.

The most step-by-step is in my Stable thread, as was mentioned to you previously:

July 1, 2024 AP2A.240705.005 Global | .A1 Telus - Unlock bootloader / Root Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] Stable firmware / SafetyNet

Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] July 1, 2024: https://developers.google.com/android/images#husky https://developers.google.com/android/ota#husky https://flash.android.com/ https://support.google.com/pixelphone/community?hl=en...

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While my thread is tailored toward rooting, you can use the Full OTA Zip method I mention in the first several posts without unlocking your bootloader, and use the Android 15 Beta 2 Full OTA Zip file. Just ignore anything having to do with unlocking, Magisk, and rooting.

Barring that, there's PixelFlasher:

📳🔥PixelFlasher for Google Pixel 8 Pro Support Thread.

This is the support thread of PixelFlasher (PixelFlasher is an open-source self contained GUI tool to facilitate Pixel phone device flashing/rooting/updating with extra features). Note: This thread is meant for issues and problems faced in...

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Lastly, just to make sure you understand - from the OP of this thread:

⬇️ This is always true when dealing with Betas ⬇️

⬆️ This is always true when dealing with Betas ⬆️​

If something goes very wrong, and it could, without an unlocked bootloader it will be more difficult, or sometimes impossible to recover without sending your phone back under warranty.

I think I really have to recommend you waiting for the Android 15 Stable OTA you'll automatically get eventually.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
Yes I will wait for Android 15 stable ota on the phone. Which after if I want to install it factory image how do I do that kindly if you can answer that bro I will be glad
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Sounds good.

You can find the instructions in my Stable thread, or in Google's pages that I link in the OP of my Stable thread:

July 1, 2024 AP2A.240705.005 Global | .A1 Telus - Unlock bootloader / Root Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] Stable firmware / SafetyNet

Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] July 1, 2024: https://developers.google.com/android/images#husky https://developers.google.com/android/ota#husky https://flash.android.com/ https://support.google.com/pixelphone/community?hl=en...

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Note that you have to have the bootloader unlocked to flash a factory image. The Full OTA Zip method is better than the factory image for many reasons, which I won't go into, so as not to overload you with too much information.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
Kindly advise after getting the stable A15 and then how do you flash the full ota. And something else I wanted to ask can we turn developers options off after having the bootloader unlocked
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
If you don't root, then you'll get the Stable Android 15 OTA automatically when it's available. If you do want to manually flash the Full OTA Zip, the instructions are in my Stable thread.

Yes, but there's really no reason to do so. Also note that if you unlock the bootloader but don't root, many secure apps such as for banks and some other things (electronic payments, et cetera) won't work. The only way most of them will work with the bootloader unlocked is with root modifications (detailed in my Stable thread). Just the fact that the bootloader is unlocked, even if you use the root modifications to fool secure apps, some apps still might not work.

If you're going to wait for the Stable Android 15 OTA, then you don't have to unlock your bootloader. Even if you're going to manually flash any Full OTA Zip, you don't have to unlock your bootloader.

Very, very important: If you unlock your bootloader, never, ever re-lock your bootloader unless the phone is fully stock/not rooted.

Also, unlocking the bootloader will factory reset your phone. Re-locking the bootloader will also factory reset your phone. So have backups of everything you want to keep.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
When I bought the device the bootloader was unlocked I locked it.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
That's odd. Hopefully the phone was fully stock before you re-locked it.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
Yes it was fully stock from the box sealed and then i locked it if i am not wrong it oem unlock we are talking about right
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
It would be even odder to be sealed as brand new and already have the bootloader be unlocked.

OEM unlocking should not have already been enabled, but should be able to be enabled. Then there's the actual act of using fastboot to unlock the bootloader, all as detailed in my post in the Stable thread:

July 1, 2024 AP2A.240705.005 Global | .A1 Telus - Unlock bootloader / Root Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] Stable firmware / SafetyNet

Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] July 1, 2024: https://developers.google.com/android/images#husky https://developers.google.com/android/ota#husky https://flash.android.com/ https://support.google.com/pixelphone/community?hl=en...

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If the phone came with OEM unlocking

able

to be enabled, but wasn't enabled, your bootloader shouldn't be unlocked. If you actually re-locked the bootloader, did it factory reset? If it didn't factory reset, you didn't unlock or re-lock the bootloader. There's no way to keep it from factory resetting when you unlock or re-lock.

The OEM unlocking toggle merely lets the fastboot command to unlock the bootloader work, but doesn't actually unlock the bootloader. It does not normally come already enabled, though.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
Which leads me to another question how do I check whether the bootloader is unlocked or locked sorry to bother you bro
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Don't worry, it's no bother. The easiest way is visually. When you turn the phone on, or reboot it, you'll see this for some seconds before it continues booting (this example is my Pixel 7 Pro, but same thing). You won't see this if the bootloader is locked. You will see it if it's unlocked:
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
Clearly mines doesn't show this so which means my bootloader is locked. The only thing that was on was OEM unlock which was on and I turned it off. My Samsung is way easy just download stock rom flash with odin simple man unlike pixel it's kinda complicated and if something happens I am doomed
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
It's just different, that's all. It's not really more complicated. I actually prefer the stock Android / Pixel way using the official tools for everything.

I wouldn't say that. Depends on what happened and the details of the configuration of your device.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
Thanks bro I have actually bookmarked our conversation on Android 15.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
You're welcome.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
FYI: tap to wake does not seem to be working either. At least for me. 😁

Edit: second restart fixed the issue. Nobody freak out. But not the widgets.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Working fine here.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
So weird. How are your widgets? Any issues?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
No problem with widgets.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] gettinwicked:
I've been getting some app crashes, mostly root apps. Also, hot spot wasn't working on the last beta, but it worked at first on beta 2, but now it's not again. Just on mobile though. I get an authentication failed, please try again later. Anyone else seeing this?

Also, I still can't seem to get Microsoft teams to work on the beta. Anyone had any luck with it? I've been following the steps in the hide my apps thread as well as the
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
I just tried hot spot to connect my tablet to check for you. Mine is working ok. Not rooted so can't help with anything else really. Have you checked the Intune thread for the Microsoft apps? I think it's basically the hide my apps thing you're talking about.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
I am putting this separate since it's not a reply, and also not 100% about a15.

I'm sure some have read about the p8 and p7 running chrome OS. I think that's an incredible idea. Obviously it's doable and would greatly increase productivity. Especially for those of us that mainly use our phones for everything. My computer literally sits there for me to occasionally dust it and plug it in to charge. Having the ability to just plug into a monitor and have a full fledged system seems great. What do you think @roirraW "edor" ehT is that something you would take advantage of, or do you prefer your PC when not on the go?

(Sorry I'm bored sitting in the back seat on a 4 hour drive haha)
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I always have loved the idea of running OSes on things that it wasn't made to do originally, ever since my first emulation about 32 years ago! Running MS-DOS on AmigaOS - it was so slow - maybe even slower than the computers we used in the Army, but being able to do labwork "remotely" back then, versus using the on-site and badly out of date but still much faster IBM PC XTs or ATs - whichever they used, I don't recall.

Man, those PCs and keyboards weighed a ton. You could tell when I also worked for the place and was among those tasked with finally "recycling" those security-screwed down beasts, and they made quite a sound when they hit the floor. Oops. Actually, I only did that to one. It survived just fine.

Sorry for the digression.

Anyway, unfortunately:

Google says Chrome OS on Android was, sadly, just a fun proof of concept

Google says its project to run Chrome OS alongside Android was just a fun proof of concept instead of something they're shipping.

www.androidauthority.com

I don't actually do much emulation anymore - every once in a while I get the itch.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
I know, I really hope they are just trying to keep it on the low. But it doesn't sound like it will continue to fruition. Just seems like such a good idea. I think especially because people who will use an actual PC are going to no matter what. Giving that option to have the Chrome os , IMO won't hurt sales of their Chromebooks.

And isn't it crazy how fast it's come with pcs. No more 30 lb boxes with green letters and no gui
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Android 15 improves standby battery life by up to 3 hours on some devices

Google says they’ve sped up how fast phones enter doze mode by 50% in Android 15. The result is improved standby battery life.

www.androidauthority.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Pixel phones can adjust vibration strength based on your surroundings in Android 15

Google Pixel phones are adding a new "Adaptive Vibration" setting in Android 15 Beta 2 which adjusts vibration strength automatically.

9to5google.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] fil3s:
ChromeOS flex would be so cool on my old hp laptop if I could get around the Bluetooth not connecting problem I'm having, then I would stream it to my main PC.

Really looking forward to the future for big tech. Less bugs and more user friendliness.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
I have a real dumb question. Why can't Android 15 beta come as an OTA image so that there is no need for wiping?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I'm not sure what you mean. The Full OTA Zip links are fine, and for the factory image, you can still delete the wipe "-w" part of the command line in the flash-all.bat. Links for both also in the OP, besides my announcement posts when new Betas come out.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
But didnt you write unlocking the bootloader is always required which would cause a wipe? Or are you talking about subsequent updates after bootloader is already unlocked? I hate the intune company portal for disallowing unlocked bootloader
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] bdr127:
I think he's assuming your bootloader is already unlocked.

You can only flash factory images if your bootloader is unlocked. Yes, you are correct that unlocking the bootloader will wipe your data. If your bootloader was already unlocked and you wanted to flash a factory image while avoiding subsequent wipes, then simply removing the "-w" in the flash-all script will accomplish that, as roirraW "edor" ehT mentioned.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Pixel86:
Anyone else lose WiFi Calling on Android 15 Beta 2? I did a clean install of the factory image.

Edit: The 20May2024 Google Fi update fixed the WiFi Calling issue.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] kkjb:
the option was available on Verizon mvno --> us mobile. I only tested for awhile. One gotta have app was incompatible so off beta again.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Unlocking the bootloader is what Google says to do when testing betas. What I posted (and have in the OP, too) is a copy-paste of what Google had on their page at the time. It is not "required" (except, as @bdr127 noted, if you plan on using the factory image instead of the Full OTA Zip), but it's important to convey all the potential caveats of these important decisions. Important to the health and usability of your device, that is. :D

As noted, the Full OTA Zip does not require unlocking the bootloader - but it's still recommended because it's a Beta, et cetera. As I also detailed, unlocking the bootloader has its own caveats.

Whether the bootloader is locked or unlocked, the Full OTA Zip (or officially opting into the Beta program, where you'll automatically receive the Beta OTAs) will work.

Some people still prefer the factory image, and that's fine - it's up to each person. As I said, I switched to the Full OTA Zip a year ago and I have zero regrets. I was just too lazy for the previous seven years to switch methods before that point. :)

Edit:

Google's message says "we strongly recommend", not that it's required.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
No issue with Wi-Fi calling for me.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
@roirraW "edor" ehT I connected by pixel 8 pro with USB debugging on android.flash website and I was given the option to flash the A15 beta 2 but didn't wanted to know can you just do that and if it's not very stable can you go back to A14 latest build option please advise
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I'm not using the Beta, but I would advise in general that if you have any hesitation, then don't try a Beta.

On the other hand, if you have everything backed up in case you lose everything on your phone, and your bootloader must already be unlocked if you're using the flash site, then go for it.

Personally, for the last year, I recommend the Full OTA Zip. I don't know or remember if the official flash site behaves like a factory image or OTA, but I would guess the former. Full OTA Zip is better and safer.

Edit: And if your bootloader is unlocked, then yes, you can go back to Android 14 Stable - you'll just have to perform a factory reset, as Android 14 Stable isn't going to handle Android 15 Beta 2's app data.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
May 20, 2024

:

Android 15 Beta 2.1:

Android 15 Preview | Android Developers

How the Android 15 Preview works, the timeline, and what is included.

developer.android.com

Release notes | Android Developers

Release notes and known issues for the latest Android 15 builds.

developer.android.com

Android 15 | Android Developers

<!-- hide description -->

developer.android.com

Get Android 15 | Android Developers

Get Android 15 on your eligible device.

developer.android.com

Factory images for Google Pixel | Android Developers

Instructions for downloading and installing preview system images for Pixel devices.

developer.android.com

OTA images for Google Pixel | Android Developers

Instructions for downloading and applying preview OTA images for Pixel devices.

developer.android.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
Awesome. Thank you! You're a gentleman and a scholar
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
I just wanted to know how do you flash the full ota?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] MuhammadBharadia:
I found the android.flash much easier so that why asking how do you flash the ota zip.

If I can flash the A15 ota if after having issues I can flash A14 back full ota if I know the process
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Look for the Full OTA Zip method in my Stable thread:

July 1, 2024 AP2A.240705.005 Global | .A1 Telus - Unlock bootloader / Root Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] Stable firmware / SafetyNet

Pixel 8 Pro [Husky] July 1, 2024: https://developers.google.com/android/images#husky https://developers.google.com/android/ota#husky https://flash.android.com/ https://support.google.com/pixelphone/community?hl=en...

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But whatever your personal preference is fine, I'm just recommending. :)

You can flash any old or new OTA on the Pixel 8 Pro. With your bootloader unlocked, you can downgrade from 15 or 15 Beta to 14 with the factory image or the official flash site - though, you'll absolutely have to factory reset your device.

Edit: The OTA page:

OTA images for Google Pixel | Android Developers

Instructions for downloading and applying preview OTA images for Pixel devices.

developer.android.com

has instructions, too:

Edit 2: Edited the above to reflect @Lughnasadh's correction below, where an OTA can only be used to upgrade, but with an unlocked bootloader, you can downgrade with the factory image or the official flash site.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
You probably meant factory image since you can't downgrade using a Full OTA (can't sideload older images)?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
No, I was just wrong. LOL!

Thank you!

Okay, @MuhammadBharadia, you can only upgrade with an OTA, but you can use the flash site or the factory image to downgrade.

@Lughnasadh, I thought you could only not downgrade with an OTA if the bootloader was locked. ? After all, if you opt into the Beta, and opt out before it's gone Stable, you receive an OTA to downgrade.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Maybe we're talking two different things. I was referring to sideloading a Full OTA, which doesn't allow downgrading whether your bootloader is locked or not.

With actual Over-The-Air updates that Google sends to your phone, you can downgrade when exiting a beta program, with a wipe of course.

It's the sideloading process that doesn't let you downgrade.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Thanks, again! Hopefully, this will stick in my brain.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
I saw Android 15 beta 2.1 is out. While I am tempted to try OTA on beta 2 first without unlocking, I will just wait a bit more. I primarily just want to know if it has fixed the 5g issues in unsupported territory. The rest don't seem too enticing to me yet. Thank you all
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] supermansaga:
Maybe you can try the pixel flasher tool at https://github.com/badabing2005/PixelFlasher

I have been using it to flash Android 14. Haven't tested 15 beta
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
You're welcome! I'll take your word for it. ;) Thank you.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
From Google:

Hi Beta users,

Creating a private space on a device may remove app icons from the Home screen. We posted an update about fixing this in the Android 15 Beta 2.1 release. However, we've found that the issue may still be present in some cases. Thank you for your patience as we continue to investigate this here (Issue #340868295).

Happy beta testing!
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Chickenkillla81:
Quick question. Where is the adaway forum? When I search it just shows me all kinds of posts with adaway mentioned. It is it on GitHub? I am having crazy issues with it lately. The VPN (I'm not rooted with this device) keeps bouncing on and off and killing the battery. Thanks for any help

Edit. NM. I going the GitHub. I think I found a newer one than what I was using. So I updated. Sorry to bother you 😁
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] KidCarter93:
I know it's a little bit late now, as you already solved it, but for future reference the closest we have here on XDA is this thread. Dev hasn't been active there in quite a while though so pretty much only gonna be useful for a bit of general support from other members. The GitHub is defo the place to go for updates/requests/basically anything else though 👍
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
No bother. :) I also have a link to resources like the XDA thread @KidCarter93 (thank you) gave in post #6 in my Stable thread. If you're trying to find something, most of my preferred items are there:
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] ponczoszek:
Hello, is it normal that I can't turn on the ANGLE openGL ES driver?

It stays greyed out.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Mine is grayed out as well. I know on the A14 QPR betas it broke the camera so maybe that's why. There's even a warning about it in the settings.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
They just now added this to this page:

Release notes | Android Developers

Release notes and known issues for the latest Android 15 builds.

developer.android.com

Specifically:
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Major Tokage:
Really wanna try the beta but worried some of my work apps won't work. Anyone know a list of apps that don't work on the beta?
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] gettinwicked:
What's almost always worked for me is to do a factory reset on the stable, then set everything up including apps, then either take the OTA or flash the beta. I've had the best luck with apps working and little to no issues on the beta using this method. You CAN dirty flash to the beta, but you're more likey to have issues with the beta itself. Anyway, I'm on the beta and I haven't found any app that doesn't work.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
June 3, 2024

:

Android 15 Beta 2.2:

Android 15 Preview | Android Developers

How the Android 15 Preview works, the timeline, and what is included.

developer.android.com

Release notes | Android Developers

Release notes and known issues for the latest Android 15 builds.

developer.android.com

(says Release date May 30, 2024 - did I miss it somehow until now?)

Now corrected to June 3, 2024.

Android 15 | Android Developers

<!-- hide description -->

developer.android.com

Get Android 15 | Android Developers

Get Android 15 on your eligible device.

developer.android.com

Factory images for Google Pixel | Android Developers

Instructions for downloading and installing preview system images for Pixel devices.

developer.android.com

OTA images for Google Pixel | Android Developers

Instructions for downloading and applying preview OTA images for Pixel devices.

developer.android.com
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
Now we're talking... 😁
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] LLStarks:
Stealth modem update in this build.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Lughnasadh:
g5300i-240308-240320-B-11600614 > g5300i-240425-240508-B-11817950
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] whan86:
still older version than in A14 qpr3 2.2

g5300i-240308-240517-B-11857457,g5300i-240308-240517-B-11857457
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] raze5115:
Stop promoting this garbage os version that is completely malfuntional. The settings app and motion sensors don't work in android 15 beta 2.1 and 2.2 and you can't even update the feedback app to submit the problems bc the play store needs wifi to install apps and you can't enable wifi bc both the settings app and motion sensors don't work and you can't pull down the status bar. The settings app won't even open at all. So point is android 15 beta 2.1 and 2.2 are completely broken. Google broke it completely and made it completely unusable. So I'm pretty sure Google knows nothing about these issues bc you can't even get into the feedback app to report them.
[Google Pixel 8 Pro] Megaman01:
I dont have those issues what you said. Mine works well and all works like android 14.