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- Pixel 8a receives its first software update, including the May 2024 Android security patch.
- The update also brings Google’s AI-powered wallpaper generator to the Pixel 8a.
Amidst the flurry of announcements on Google I/O’s first day, the Pixel 8a quietly received its first software update. The approximately 190MB update brings some expected improvements to Google’s latest mid-range Pixel.
First and foremost, the update installs the latest May 2024 Android security patch, ensuring the device is protected against the latest vulnerabilities. However, the highlight of the update is the introduction of Google’s AI-powered wallpaper generator to the Pixel 8a.