Android 16 QPR1 Rolls Out to Pixel Devices with 'No Data Wipe' Option.

Google has begun rolling out the Android 16 QPR1 update, bringing a convenient new feature to Pixel users in the Android Beta Program. This update, which is a "No Data Wipe" over-the-air (OTA) update, allows beta testers to exit the program without having to factory reset their devices and lose all their personal data.

What This Means for Beta Testers.

Previously, users who wanted to leave the Android Beta Program after testing a feature release were required to wipe their device, which could be a significant hassle. The new "No Data Wipe" update for QPR1 (Quarterly Platform Release 1) provides a smooth and data-preserving transition. The update is less than 100 MB and also includes the September 2025 security patch.

Users can check for the update by navigating to Settings > System > Software updates > System updates. They should look for an update titled "Android Beta Exit No Data Wipe."

While the update has been spotted on some devices like the Pixel Tablet, it appears that Google is rolling it out in phases, and it may not be immediately available on all eligible devices, such as the Pixel 8a or 9a. This update is a welcome change for testers, making it much easier to transition from beta to the stable Android build.

Following the Beta 3.1 update, users who chose not to test the QPR2 Beta 1 were able to opt their devices out of the program. google.com/android/beta#devices