Google rolled out Android 13 update for Pixel smartphones and Fix for issue preventing wireless charging

Last month, Google started rolling out the Android 13 update for all of its eligible Pixel smartphones. The update arrived on devices like Pixel 4, Pixel 4XL, Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and the Pixel A-series devices such as the Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5a 5G, and Pixel 6a.

Now, the search giant is pushing out the first update since the introduction of Android 13 on these devices. The update comes with a build number TP1A.220905.004 and is rolling out for the users of Pixel 4 (XL), Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 5a (5G), Pixel 6, and Pixel 6 Pro. It includes many performance improvements and bug fixes for these devices as mentioned below.

Changelog

Battery & Charging

Fix for issue occasionally causing increased battery drain from certain launcher background activities

Fix for issue preventing wireless charging mode from activating in certain conditions

Biometrics

Additional improvements for fingerprint recognition and response in certain conditions

Bluetooth

Fix for issue occasionally preventing certain Bluetooth devices or accessories from connecting

User Interface

Fix for issue occasionally causing notifications to appear truncated on the lock screen.

As usual, the update will roll out in phases and will continue over the next week depending on carrier and device. Google has said that the Pixel 6a will receive the update later this month.