Key Points:
- Android 15 Beta 2.2 addresses significant issues with ‘Private Spaces’ and NFC functionality.
- The update is rolling out to Pixel 6 through Pixel 8a, including Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet.
- Additional fixes improve system stability, app drawer functionality, and mobile data connectivity.
Google has released a minor but crucial update for Android 15 Beta 2, aimed at resolving lingering issues from the initial rollout. This update, Beta 2.2, specifically targets problems with the ‘Private Spaces’ feature and NFC capabilities.
Enrolled Pixel users will receive an over-the-air (OTA) patch labeled version AP31.240426.023.B4. This update applies to devices from Pixel 6 to Pixel 8, including Pixel 8 Pro and 8a, as well as the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet. The download size varies, with reports of 55.78MB for the Pixel 8 Pro and 2.57GB for others.
The main focus of Beta 2.2 is to fix ‘Private Spaces,’ where creating a private space previously removed app icons from the Home screen. Additionally, critical NFC issues have been addressed, ensuring the ‘Wallet role’ works correctly and resolving NFC payment failures.
Other notable fixes include:
- Resolving an issue where the app drawer failed to open when swiping up.
- Correcting a green tint in videos recorded with 10-bit HDR.
- Improving system stability, interactivity, and connectivity.
- Fixing issues causing mobile data connections to drop despite a strong signal.
Despite these updates, some users have reported persistent bugs, such as the share sheet issue, which remains unresolved. As always, Google advises testers to allow 24 hours for the OTA update to appear or check manually via Settings > System > System updates.
Google’s swift action following the problematic Beta 2.1 rollout in May highlights their commitment to refining Android 15. The 2.1 patch was a rapid response to severe ‘Private Spaces’ issues, and with 2.2, Google continues to address and resolve user concerns.
