Google has begun rolling out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 to eligible Pixel devices, delivering bug fixes, a notable security enhancement against call-forwarding fraud, and expanded interface customization options as the company prepares its next quarterly Feature Drop.

The update, released on Aug. 14, arrives as a relatively uncommon Friday software drop for the public beta program. Builds CP41.260731.005.A2 and CP41.260731.005.B1 carry the August 2026 security patch level of Aug. 5 and include Google Play services version 26.26.34. System images and over-the-air updates are available for a wide range of Pixel hardware, including the Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 series, Pixel 8 series, Pixel 9 series, Pixel 10 series, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet and related variants, along with emulator support.

According to official release notes from Android Developers, the beta addresses two significant stability issues reported by testers. Opening the notification shade and Quick Settings menu previously caused visual corruption and unexpected device restarts. Separately, the Device Health and Support tool had been displaying incorrect warnings about battery capacity degradation. Both problems are resolved in this release.

The most prominent platform change focuses on security. Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 introduces new restrictions designed to harden the system against call-forwarding fraud. The TelephonyManager.sendUssdRequest() API is no longer accessible for call-forwarding codes when........

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