Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 released with a surprise AI trick that beta users missed

What do you want to know

• Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 is now available for eligible devices, bringing with it Circle to Search functionality for beta testers.
• Google acknowledged that Circle to Search was initially rolled out to non-beta users accidentally, and the issue has now been fixed.
• Today’s update brings Google Play Services version 23.50.14 and includes February security fixes, with minimal release notes.

The Android 14 QPR2 beta, which will hit the stable channel next month as a March 2024 feature, has successfully ended and a new beta program is now starting.

Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 (build AP21.240119.009) is coming to eligible devices today, according to Google. Reddit Announcement. Although June’s Pixel Feature Drop goodies are still on the way, beta testers can now check out the new Circle to Search feature, recently released for Google Pixel 8 users on the stable channel.

Google explained that the AI ​​feature accidentally landed on non-beta users first. “Beta users should still experience the latest features before or at the same time as the rest of the public,” the company said. “This issue has been fixed in Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1.”

The feature remains exclusive to the Pixel 8 series. Meanwhile, the latest version of QPR is spreading its wings to all devices eligible for the beta program. This means that if you are using a Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold or Pixel Tablet, you are ready to do it. a delight.

Today’s update includes Google Play Services version 23.50.14, and the new firmware brings the recently released February security patches to the stable channel. THE release notes Keep it short and concise, mentioning only one known issue (for now): The Assistant At a Glance widget in your Google app may display weather information in the wrong place.

As usual, this update will arrive on your eligible device via OTA (over-the-air) in the coming days. If you’re feeling adventurous and can’t wait, jump into the Android beta program and app on your Pixel. Settingsmeeting on Systemthen touch System update to install it.

If you are done with the beta program and want the stable version of Android 14 QPR2, simply go to g.co/androidbeta, disable your device and avoid today’s QPR3 Beta 1 update. But if you take the plunge, install QPR3 Beta 1, and then give up on the program, your device will be wiped, taking all your data with it.