Google Rolls Out Second Pixel Update in December 2025: Here’s What It Fixes
Author: Manish Methani
Last Updated: December 19, 2025 at 2:46pm IST
Google Pixel users are getting an unexpected year-end surprise. After already pushing the December 2025 Pixel Drop earlier this month, Google has begun rolling out another update for select Pixel devices—quietly, but importantly.
This new update is now reaching Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and even Pixel 10 users, with confirmed reports coming in from the UK, parts of the US, and a handful of users in India. Unlike the feature-packed Pixel Drop, this release focuses purely on stability and bug fixes, addressing issues that many users have been complaining about over the past few weeks.
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Second Pixel update arrives in December 2025
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Targets Pixel 8, 9, and 10 devices
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Small in size, big on fixes
Why Another Update?
While the main December Pixel Drop introduced new features and security patches, Google appears to be fine-tuning the experience with this lightweight follow-up update. At just around 27MB, the update doesn’t add new features—but it fixes problems that impact daily usage.
Pixel Update 2 for December 2025: What’s Fixed?
According to Google’s changelog and user reports, the update resolves several key issues:
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Battery drain problems: Some Pixel users noticed unusually fast battery depletion. This update aims to restore normal battery performance.
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Touch input glitches: Touch responsiveness issues, especially reported on the Pixel 10 series, are being addressed.
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Local content access bug: Users upgrading from Android 14 to Android 16 faced problems accessing locally stored content. The new update fixes this issue.
Availability
The update is rolling out over the air (OTA) and may take a few days to reach all eligible devices. If you haven’t received it yet, head to Settings > Security & updates > Updates to check manually.
Bottom Line
Google’s second Pixel update in December 2025 shows the company’s focus on polishing the user experience—even after a major rollout. While it may not grab headlines with flashy features, this small update delivers fixes that matter most: battery life, usability, and reliability.
If you’re a Pixel 8, 9, or 10 user, this is one update you won’t want to skip.
