Pixel‘s October Update addresses Flickering Screens, System Instability & More
Google has released the October update for Pixel devices, rolling out fixes for a range of issues impacting performance and usability. The company confirmed the patch is now available for all Pixel phones running Android 16.
This update arrives as Pixel users have reported instances of screen flickering, unexpected shutdowns, and system instability. Addressing these concerns is crucial for maintaining a smooth user experience and ensuring device reliability, notably as Google continues to expand its Pixel ecosystem. The october patch focuses on resolving these key pain points alongside several other refinements.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s included in the October 2025 update:
Display & Graphics:
* Fix for screen flickering and sudden shutdown issues under certain conditions. (Applicable to: Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a)
* Fix for issue occasionally causing a frozen or fuzzy display under certain conditions. (Applicable to: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL)
System:
* fix for issue occasionally causing system instability under certain conditions. (Applicable to: Pixel Tablet)
User Interface:
* Fix for an issue where a semi-clear background would persist after the camera was launched under certain conditions. (Applicable to: Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL)
* Fix for issue where the flashlight status does not appear on the At a Glance widget in certain conditions. (applicable to: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL)
* Fix for System UI crash when starting or stopping casting with the Media Output Switcher.(Applicable to: Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL)
The fixes are available for all supported Pixel devices unless or else noted. Some fixes might potentially be carrier or region-specific.
