Some Pixel users receiving a second Android 15 update, but it's nothing concerning

If you own a Pixel phone and recently received a hefty over 2.6GB update notification, don’t panic. It seems like Google has accidentally sent out a second round of Android 15 update to some users.

At first glance, the update notification is enough to make anyone wonder if something went wrong with the initial Android 15 release. Could there be some critical fix, or is it an entirely new wave of features? The answer, it turns out, is neither. This “update” appears to be more of a mislabeling snafu from Google. It’s actually supposed to be the November security update — a regular update designed to keep your device safe, not a full system overhaul. However, its unusual size and the misleading description have thrown many users for a loop.

Reports of the “double” Android 15 update are mounting. Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, and even Pixel 9 Pro XL owners are all affected, with update sizes varying slightly by device. But users who went ahead and installed it found that everything was still intact; there was no noticeable change to their system’s functionality. So if you’ve received this suspiciously large download, rest assured — it’s safe. You’re just getting a security boost, not another full system refresh.

The update process seems to have been erratic, too. Some users reported that their phones auto-downloaded the update despite having auto-updates disabled. Others encountered downloads stopping mid-way, only to find that, yes, it really was just a security patch. But overall, those who installed it haven’t encountered any issues.

So what should you do if this unexpected update lands in your notifications? Go ahead and install it. It’s not bringing anything new to your Android 15 experience but will ensure you’re up-to-date on the latest security patches. And if you’re among the cautious crowd, know that early testers have found nothing amiss. Google seems to have accidentally pushed a large update under a confusing label — no harm done.