# Android 17 QPR2 beta adds call-forwarding safeguards for Pixel

_Friday, August 28, 2026 at 10:06 PM EDT · Products, Security · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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Google has released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 for eligible Pixel devices, according to the report. The update restricts apps from silently running call-forwarding USSD requests using basic phone permissions.

When users manually dial a call-forwarding code, the system now requires confirmation before executing it. The report also says developers managing call-setup flows must use the standard dialer intent so users can explicitly approve the action. Beta 4 additionally includes fixes for audio lockups, thermal-related reboots, Bluetooth call-audio routing, XR rendering and charging behavior near the 80% battery limit.

## Sources

- [nokiapoweruser.com](https://nokiapoweruser.com/android-17-qpr2-beta-4-pixel-update-features-fixes/)

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