Google has confirmed that “we have started to roll out the monthly software update for January 2025. All supported Pixel devices running Android 15 will receive these software updates starting today,

Google’s January 2025 Android patches are out now for Pixel devices. Fixes include improvements to audio and camera stability, and issues with flashing lines and icon colors. These updates are separate form the Pixel 4a’s battery update, due to arrive tomorrow.

Google has pushed out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2.1 to Pixels mainly to fix some pesky bugs.

Google's first Android update of 2025 is here with Pixel fixes, including one for dark mode users with glitchy icons

While the camera’s speculated to drop down from the current 64MP shooter to a 48MP, it could come with newer pixel binning algorithms and potentially a larger sensor to deliver better results. As for the rest of the phone, it’s tipped to gain the Tensor G4 chip and a slightly bigger battery.

The old Google Pixel 4a is already receiving an update designed to optimize its battery, but that could kill some cells.

As a token of gratitude, Google will provide free battery replacement for "Impacted Device" Pixel 4a units. However, this option is only available in selected countries, including the US, the UK, Canada, Germany, Singapore and India. This offer is also only applicable unless stocks last.

The Google Pixel 4a is getting a new software update that will change how the battery works. The update will start on January 8, 2025. It is still based on Android 13. The update will add new features to manage the battery.