Google has started rolling out Android 13 with a May security patch to the Pixels. After the previous couple of security updates got delayed, it’s nice to see that the one for May is rolling out on time.
Android 13 with May security patch is now hitting Google’s Pixel phones
This update has started rolling out to the Pixel 4a, 4a 5G, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, and 7 Pro. Do note that the rollout is staged, so it may take some time to reach all devices, as per usual.
As far as security issues are concerned, 18 of them are resolved in the Android 13 May patch dated 2023-05-01, and 29 for 2023-05-05. It is also worth noting that vulnerabilities range from moderate to high. Two additional security fixes are listed in Google’s dedicated bulletin, though.
This update is mostly focused on security fixes, of course, but some additional changes are also listed. The changelog mentions a “fix for issue occasionally causing lock screen UI elements to overlap with home screen launcher interface”. Another change is noted, but only for the Pixel 7 Pro: “Improvements for touch screen response in certain conditions”.
We’re getting the next Pixel Feature Drop in a month, so stay tuned for that
So, there’s not much to talk about here. That was to be expected, though. The June update is the quarterly update that we’re waiting for. That will be Google’s Pixel Feature Drop update, of course.
As mentioned earlier, this update is rolling out in stages. The rollout has started, but if you’re unwilling to wait for the update to reach your device, you can always install it manually. You’ll find both factory images and OTA update files by clicking here. Make sure to download the files for your device, though, of course.
2023-05-02 15:11:00