Google has released the Android 15 QPR2 beta 2 update for Pixel devices, and testers can download it now starting December 16th. Announced via a Reddit post on the official Android Beta Program subreddit, this update brings several bug fixes and improvements. But the really exciting thing about this release are some new features that weren’t mentioned in the official announcement.

One of the biggest surprises in Android 15 QPR2 beta 2 is the Linux Terminal app, which is now fully functional. This feature was first seen in the previous Beta 1 release, but at the time, it would glitch and crash whenever users attempted to load a virtual machine. With the beta 2 update, the app is now working as intended. Testers report that they can download, configure, and run a Linux instance using the Android Virtualization Framework. This is a big step forward for users who want to experiment with Linux directly from their Android devices.

Android expert Mishaal Rahman confirmed in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that the Linux Terminal app is working as expected. Testers have also supported this and said that they have used the app successfully after upgrading to beta 2. This wasn’t the only feature to emerge in the update – notification cooldown, which many thought would come with Android 16, is now functional in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2. The feature allows users to manage notifications in a more controlled way. potentially reducing distractions.

The Android 15 QPR2 beta 2 update is now available for a range of Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, Pixel 8 and Pixel 9 series as well as the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet. If you’re already enrolled in the Android beta program, you can get the update over the air. For those who are not part of the program, you can still join and start testing the latest features. Just keep in mind that Google mentions that it may take up to 24 hours for updates to appear after enrollment. If you’re eager to try it out right away, you can check for the update manually by going to Settings > System > System updates on your device.

The Android 15 QPR2 beta 2 update comes with build number BP11.241121.010 and varies in size depending on your Pixel model. Some updates are only a few hundred megabytes, while others can reach a few gigabytes. Along with the new features, Google has also addressed several bugs in this release. For example, issues that prevented glucose sensor devices from connecting have been resolved, as well as bugs that caused delays when making calls.

Other improvements include improvements to Bluetooth stability, specifically for LE Audio and hearing aid compatibility, and a fix for the “Limit to 80%” battery charging feature that was previously not working properly. Pixel Fold users will also be happy to know that a bug that caused the device to freeze when opening has been fixed. Additionally, null pointer issues that caused random crashes or restarts have been resolved.