TL;DR: The Pixel November update for 2026 is out. Google published the November 2026 Pixel Update Bulletin on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, a week later than the usual first-Tuesday timing. It brings supported Pixels to security patch level 2026-11-05, which covers the November Android bulletin plus 166 Pixel-specific vulnerabilities (43 Critical) in our count of Google’s tables. Google doesn’t flag any of them as exploited. Android Authority reports the build is CP4A.261105.040.A1 on most models and that this release is Android 17 QPR2, shipped alongside the November Pixel Drop. It covers the Pixel 6a and newer; Pixel 6 and 6 Pro are not included. Yes, install it: Settings > System > Software updates.
Last updated: November 12, 2026. By Veer. Facts checked against Google’s Pixel Update Bulletin for November 2026 (published November 10, 2026), the Pixel Update Bulletins index, the November 2026 Android Security Bulletin (November 2, 2026), Google’s November Pixel Drop announcement, and reporting by Android Authority and Droid Life. Earlier versions of this page (November 7) tracked the delay. This is a researched explainer based on Google’s public bulletins.
Is the Pixel November update out?
Yes. Google published it on November 10, 2026, and the rollout is staged. The Pixel Update Bulletins index now lists November 2026, published November 10, with security patch level 2026-11-05. Google’s bulletin says “all supported Google devices will receive an update to the 2026-11-05 patch level.”
The update arrived together with the November 2026 Pixel Drop, Google’s feature update that brings Gemini Intelligence to the Pixel 10 series. Android Authority reports the system update should reach phones in phases over about a week, so it may not show on your phone yet.
What does the Pixel November 2026 update fix?
Security-wise, two sets of fixes: the Android bulletin and the Pixel bulletin. Patch level 2026-11-05 covers both.
| Fix set | Published | Vulnerabilities | Critical | Exploited? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Android Security Bulletin, November 2026 | November 2, 2026 | 216 (our count) | 23 | None flagged |
| Pixel Update Bulletin, November 2026 | November 10, 2026 | 166 (our count) | 43 | None flagged |
Counts are TrustLoud’s tally of the CVE rows in Google’s bulletin tables. Google publishes the tables but not a headline total.
Of the 166 Pixel-specific CVEs, 87 are rated High and 36 Moderate. By type, 108 are elevation of privilege, 32 information disclosure, 16 denial of service and 10 remote code execution. The three Critical remote-code-execution bugs are CVE-2026-57047 (MFC, a video codec component), CVE-2026-95402 (hardware codec firmware) and CVE-2026-58799 (modem). Many of the Critical privilege-escalation bugs sit in low-level parts like the bootloader, Trusty, pKVM and the hypervisor.
The headline Android-wide bug, from the November 2 bulletin, is Framework CVE-2026-58868, a remote code execution flaw Google says needs no user interaction. Our Android November 2026 security update explainer covers that bulletin in detail.
What bugs does the November Pixel update fix?
Google’s changelog lists about 30 fixes for all supported Pixels, plus a few model-specific ones. Highlights from the list published by Android Authority and Droid Life:
- The on-screen keyboard sometimes not appearing in search fields
- Media volume jumping up when triggering voice commands
- The charging indicator showing with no charger connected
- System stutter and choppy animations while scrolling
- The notification shade sometimes not expanding on swipe down
- Wi-Fi Calling status not showing after a restart on some carriers
- The Quick Switch gesture not working while Circle to Search is active
- Stability fixes for Bluetooth accessories and fingerprint unlock
Pixel 11 series only: photos sometimes not saving, background battery drain tied to sensor management, and slower restarts. Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 series, Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet only: ringtone noise or distortion during some VoIP calls.
Which Pixels get the November update, and what’s the build number?
Every supported Pixel from the Pixel 6a up. The device list in Google’s changelog, as published by Droid Life, covers:
| Device family | Covered? |
|---|---|
| Pixel 6a | Yes |
| Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet | Yes |
| Pixel 8, 8 Pro, 8a | Yes |
| Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, 9a | Yes |
| Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold, 10a | Yes |
| Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, 11 Pro Fold | Yes |
| Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro | No (support ended October 2026) |
Build numbers, per Android Authority: most models get CP4A.261105.040.A1. Pixel 11 devices get CP4A.261105.040.D1 in the US and CP4A.261105.040.B2 in Canada. Full OTA files are on Google’s Pixel OTA images page if an update fails.
What about the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro?
They’re not on the list. Google’s five-year update window for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro ended with the October 2026 update, and the November changelog’s device list starts at the Pixel 6a. That means those phones don’t get the 216 Android fixes or the 166 Pixel fixes this month.
If you still use one, our Pixel 6 end of support guide covers how to lower the risk short term and what to upgrade to.
Should I install the Pixel November update?
Yes, on any supported Pixel. It’s a large security month, with 43 Critical Pixel-specific fixes on top of 23 Critical Android ones, and it fixes a list of everyday bugs. None of the November bugs is flagged as exploited, so there’s no need to panic, but there’s no good reason to wait either.
One caution: this is a bigger-than-usual release (a quarterly platform update plus new features), and big releases sometimes bring new bugs. If your phone is critical for work and you’d rather wait a few days, keep an eye on Google’s Pixel Community forum for reported problems, then install. Don’t skip it for weeks.
How do I update my Pixel to the November 2026 update?
- Back up your phone. Our Android backup guide covers the free options.
- Charge to at least 50% and connect to Wi-Fi.
- Open Settings > System > Software updates and tap to check. Install when it appears.
- After the restart, open Settings > About phone > Android version and confirm the security update reads November 5, 2026.
- Update Chrome and your apps separately. Google shipped another Chrome 157 security update this month, and browser fixes don’t come through the system update.
If nothing appears, you’re probably in a later rollout wave. Advanced users can sideload the full OTA from Google’s OTA images page without wiping the phone, but most people should just wait for the prompt.
Pixel November update timeline
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 6, 2026 | October Pixel update (2026-10-05); last update for Pixel 6 and 6 Pro |
| November 2, 2026 | Google publishes the November 2026 Android Security Bulletin (216 fixes) |
| November 3, 2026 | First Tuesday of November passes with no Pixel bulletin |
| November 7, 2026 | Pixel bulletin index still ends at October |
| November 10, 2026 | Pixel Update Bulletin (2026-11-05) and November Pixel Drop published; OTA rollout begins |
| Next | December Android and Pixel bulletins, expected early December |
FAQ
Is the Pixel November 2026 update out?
Yes. Google published the November 2026 Pixel Update Bulletin on November 10, 2026, and started a staged rollout the same day. It brings supported Pixels to security patch level 2026-11-05.
What is the build number for the November Pixel update?
Android Authority reports most Pixels get CP4A.261105.040.A1. Pixel 11 devices get CP4A.261105.040.D1 in the US and CP4A.261105.040.B2 in Canada.
Is the November Pixel update Android 17 QPR2?
Android Authority reports that it is. The update also carries Google’s November Pixel Drop features. Google’s own bulletin doesn’t use the QPR2 name, so treat it as reported rather than official wording.
Does the Pixel 6 get the November 2026 update?
No. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are not on the November device list. Their guaranteed support ended with the October 2026 update. The Pixel 6a is still supported and does get it.
How many security fixes are in the Pixel November update?
By our count of Google’s tables, 166 Pixel-specific vulnerabilities (43 Critical, 87 High, 36 Moderate), on top of the 216 in the November Android Security Bulletin. Google doesn’t flag any of them as exploited in the wild.
Why was the Pixel November update late?
Google didn’t give a reason. Most 2026 Pixel security updates landed on or near the first Tuesday of the month. This one arrived a week later, on November 10, together with the November Pixel Drop and what Android Authority reports is Android 17 QPR2.
How do I check my Pixel security patch level?
Open Settings > About phone > Android version and look at the security update date. After installing the November update, it should read November 5, 2026.
Sources
- Google AOSP: Pixel Update Bulletin, November 2026 (published November 10, 2026) and the Pixel Update Bulletins index
- Google AOSP: Android Security Bulletin, November 2026 (November 2, 2026)
- Google: November Pixel Drop announcement (November 10, 2026)
- Google: Full OTA images for Pixel devices
- Android Authority: November 2026 Pixel update fixes and builds (November 10, 2026)
- Droid Life: November Pixel changelog and device list (November 10, 2026)
- Related TrustLoud guides: November Pixel Drop 2026, Android November 2026 security update, Pixel 6 end of support, iOS 26.7.1 security update
