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March 2019 Android security patch is here for Pixel and Essential devices
August 15, 2025
We are officially in March, which means it’s time forGoogleto reveal the latest Android security patch for its line of Pixel devices. Right on schedule, the search giant is rolling out the patch now to Google Pixel smartphones and the Google Pixel C tablet.
Also right on the money,Essential is rolling outthis patch to theEssential Phoneright now, too. This update notably bringsDigital Wellbeingsupport to the handset.
The March 2019 Android security patch resolvesmany security vulnerabilities. While none of the bugs had been used to harm users, below is the most severe problem that is getting patched.
Pixel-specific updates
Along with the security patch,Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XLdevices are also receiving some functional updates. Unlike last month, Google is actually listing out what those updates are:
Some of those updates will likely be very welcome to Pixel owners who are dealing with these various issues. Let us know in the comments if this update brings any big difference for usability.
If you don’t want to wait for the February security patch to make its way to your phone or tablet, you can download the latest factory image or OTA file from the links below. From there, you can eitherflash a fresh buildto your phone or sideload the OTA update.
As a reminder, Google has stopped pushing updates to theNexus 6P and Nexus 5X. If you’re still using either handset, you will have to check for third-party ROMs and other resources online if you want ongoing firmware and security upgrades.
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