# Android 17 Beta Fixes Bluetooth and Gemini Issues Google rolls out crucial bug fixes for Pixel users. - **Source:** [Latest from Android Central](https://brifing.si/source/c01c90da-6cf6-4b63-a76b-3d38df0e8324) - **Published:** 2026-07-21 - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/b15b1a7c-b649-4fcf-8ac3-e5f698e40863 ## Android 17 Beta Released Google has officially announced Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1. This update kicks off testing for the Pixel feature drop coming in December 2026. The beta addresses Bluetooth connection issues, lock screen glitches, and Gemini-related reboot crashes. ## Bluetooth Issues Resolved The new beta version fixes the issue where Bluetooth devices failed to reconnect after losing pairing. This problem was a major inconvenience for users and is now resolved. ## Lock Screen Glitches Fixed The beta also resolves the issue where media controls briefly flashed on the lock screen. This glitch occurred even when app notifications were turned off and was annoying for users. ## Gemini Reboot Crash The beta fixes the issue where Pixel devices would suddenly reboot when launching Google's AI assistant Gemini. This crash was causing system instability and has now been addressed. ## Touch Input Issues The beta also addresses the problem where apps stopped receiving touch events after users performed a multi-finger drag-and-drop gesture. This was particularly hindering user interaction with apps. ## Beta Ends for Pixel 6 and 6 Pro The beta journey ends for Pixel 6 and 6 Pro users. These devices have reached their guaranteed update limits, and the QPR1 branch will be their final beta release. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-os/googles-latest-android-17-beta-fixes-bluetooth-headaches-and-gemini-crashes — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._