Android 15 Beta 3.1: Google Addresses Face Unlock and Lockscreen Interaction Issues

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Face unlock issue: biometric face authentication failed to function properly in some instances, but alternative methods were still usable.
Google has released Android 15 Beta 3.1 for various Pixel devices.
Lockscreen interaction issue: sometimes caused widgets or other features on the lockscreen to malfunction until the device was unlocked.
The update addresses issues with face unlock and lockscreen interaction.
The update also includes improvements to system stability, connectivity, and audio quality.
Android 15 Beta 3.1: Google Addresses Face Unlock and Lockscreen Interaction Issues

Google has recently released Android 15 Beta 3.1 for various Pixel devices, addressing several bugs that have been causing inconvenience for users. The update includes fixes for issues with face unlock and lockscreen interaction.

According to multiple sources, the new version of Android 15 resolves a problem where biometric face authentication failed to function properly in some instances. Users could still use alternative methods such as PIN, password, or fingerprint unlock.

Another issue that has been addressed is one that caused lockscreen interaction to sometimes break. This meant that users were unable to use widgets or other features on their lockscreens without first unlocking their devices.

The update also includes improvements to system stability, connectivity, and audio quality. However, it does not appear to address the slow charging bug that was introduced in Android 15 Beta 3.

Android 15 Beta 3.1 is currently rolling out to eligible devices over-the-air. Users who wish to install it manually can download the factory images or OTA files from Google's website.

The new update comes after Google released Android 15 Beta 3 on June 18, which introduced several new features such as adjustable contrast settings and HDR Headroom Control. Developers can also add personalized previews for app widgets, and it will be possible to record and share select apps instead of the entire display.

Google's latest update focuses on improving the user experience by addressing bugs that have been causing frustration for some users. The company is expected to release a stable version of Android 15 later this year.



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  • Are there any other undisclosed bugs in the update that could affect user experience?
  • Is Google planning to address the slow charging bug in future updates?

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  • Unique Points
    • Android 15 Beta 3.1 is rolling out with several fixes.
    • Google has addressed the lockscreen issue that caused touch input to intercept unlock.
    • Issues #348101427 and #345873537 have been fixed.
    • Biometric face authentication now functions properly.
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  • Unique Points
    • Google released Android 15 Beta 3.1 on July 1, 2024.
    • The update is available for Pixel 6 to Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet devices.
    • The build number is AP31.240517.031.
    • The update includes three bug fixes: a lock screen touch input problem, biometric face authentication failures, and improvements to system stability, connectivity, and audio quality.
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  • Unique Points
    • The update fixes two bugs: one that prevented face unlock usage and another that caused lockscreen interaction to sometimes break.
    • Biometric face unlock didn’t work in some instances but users could still use PIN, password, or fingerprint unlock.
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  • Unique Points
    • Android 15 focuses on quality-of-life improvements for Android phones.
    • New display features include adjustable contrast settings and HDR Headroom Control.
    • Apps will use the entire height and width of the screen in Android 15.
    • Developers can add personalized previews for app widgets.
    • It will be possible to record and share select apps instead of the entire display in Android 15.
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