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Android 10 Problems: 5 Things You Need to Know

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Google’s released its monthly Android 10 update for Pixel devices and some users are running into issues with the company’s latest firmware.

While most people will want to install August Android 10 right now or in the near future, others might want to hang back a bit and wait.

The August Android 10 update has been out for a short time, but we’re already hearing and see complaints about bugs and performance issues. Some of these issues are brand new, some have carried over from the previous version.

If you’re thinking about downloading the August Android 10 update on your Pixel, you should be familiar with these issues before you tap install.

In this guide we’ll take you through the current state of Android 10 problems. We’ll also provide you with some potential fixes, show you where to find feedback about the Android 10 update, show you where to report bugs, and tell you about what’s coming next for Google’s stable of Pixel phones.

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Prepare for Your Android 10 Update

You might be tempted to install the newest version of Android 10 right now. That said, before you tap on install, make sure you prepare yourself, and your device, for the move.

You can’t predict exactly how Android 10 will run on your phone. Some of you might see a performance boost, others will run into bugs or performance issues. Preparing for the installation will help you cut down the number of potential issues you might encounter.

We’ve put together a guide that will take you through the pre-installation process we use before we install new Android software on our Pixel devices.

If you don’t have a ton of time to devote to the pre-installation process, make sure all of your files are all properly backed up. Data loss issues are rare these days, but this is still an important step to take before you make the transition from Android Pie to Android 10 or the previous version of Android 10 to the latest firmware.

Pixel Android 10 Problems

Again, the new version of Android 10 squashes bugs and performance issues, but the final version is causing problems for some Pixel users.

Some users are running into installation issues. If you’re experiencing issues with the Android 10 installation process, take a look at our guide.

Pixel users are also complaining about a variety of other problems including installation issues, connectivity issues, abnormal battery drain, UI lag, sound issues, and issues with apps.

Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL users are also complaining about early shutdown issues after the phone drops below the 30% battery mark. It’s similar to an issue that plagued the company’s Nexus 6P.

Google was able to fix the early shutdown issues impacting the Nexus 6P, but it’s unclear when a fix could come to Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL users.

We expect the list of Android 10-related problems to grow as more people download and install the latest version of the operating system.

Where to Report Problems & Find Feedback

We’ll start to see more feedback about the Android 10 update on sites like Twitter and YouTube.

You’ll also find useful Android 10 feedback on Google’s Pixel Help ForumsXDA-Developers, and Android forums like Android Central Forums.

Short-term feedback is extremely useful, but you’ll also want to make sure you dig into long-term feedback from other Pixel users if you’re feeling leery about the move to the latest version of the operating system.

If you do run into an Android 10 related issue on your Pixel you’ll want to report your issue to Google. You can do so via the company’s website or via the Pixel Help Forums.

How to Fix Pixel Android 10 Problems

If encounter problems on your Pixel you can’t rely on Google to fix them. New Android 10 builds won’t come every week and every release will have its own set of problems.

If you encounter a bug or performance issue, you’ll want to try fixing it on your own before getting in touch with Google’s customer service.

Our broad list of fixes for the most common Android issues is a great place to start if your phone starts struggling with Android 10 on board.

If you’re unable to find a fix for your problem there, you’ll want to take a look at Google’s Pixel help forum or XDA’s PixelPixel 2, Pixel 3, Pixel 3a, and Pixel 4 forums.

What’s Next

We haven’t heard anything about Android 10.1 yet. And given that Google failed to release Android 9.1 Pie, and with Android 11 making progress, we probably won’t get a big milestone Android 10 update in 2020.

The only Android 10 updates on our radar right now are Google’s monthly updates. These updates always bring new security patches and they sometimes bring bug patches.

However, with Android 11 slated to arrive soon, Android 10’s future is a bit murky. While Google could certainly release a new version of Android 10 in early September, the company could simply choose to jump right to Android 11. Time will tell.

The company’s released an Android 11 beta and it’s available to Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 4, and Pixel 4 XL users right now.

The Android 11 update brings an assortment of changes and it’s worth a look if a) you want to try out new features and/or b) you’re dealing with major issues on Android 10.

Pre-release software is typically riddled with issues, but it’s still worth a shot if your device is really struggling on Android 10.

For more on Android 11, take a look at our guide.

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Install Android 10 for Better Security

Install Android 10 for Better Security

If security is important to you (and it should be) you should think about installing the Galaxy S10 Android 10 update soon after it arrives for your phone. 

Samsung continues to push important security patches to the Galaxy S10 series and your Android 10 update should bring the latest patches from Samsung, and Google, to your device. 

We expect upcoming versions of Android 10 to come with newer security patches. Remember, Samsung releases critical patches every month. 

If you're curious about Samsung's security updates, you can read more about the changes on Samsung's website

If you failed to download an older security update from a previous month, you'll get those patches when you go to install Android 10 on your phone. 

Android 10 also brings several improvements to device security and you can read about those right here in Google's change log

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  1. Norm

    09/20/2019 at 4:45 am

    What a nothing burger.

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