Android 17 QPR1 Pixel update splits users: best or buggiest ever

Google's Android 17 QPR1 update with new Pixel Drop features rolled out after nine betas and 20+ final fixes. Pixel 6-10 owners report both improved and worse battery life and performance, with no consensus.

• Update shipped after 9 betas and 20+ fixes in the final build
• Some Pixel 9 users report 8.5 hours of screen-on time
• Pixel 7, 8 and 9a owners complain of lag and battery drain
• Google suggests clearing cache or factory reset to fix issues