# Smart Phone Security Patches A New Pixel Update Enables Devices to be Eligible for Android Q Beta By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-06-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-update References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/6/4/18652452/google-pixel-3a-security-patch-android-q-beta-eligible) & [android-developers.googleblog](https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2019/05/whats-new-in-android-q-beta-3-more.html) [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-13) has released a new Pixel update to patch 11 aspects on the device. The phone was originally announced at the previous Google I/O and this is the first security patch for the device. A big focus for the update was security, one patch fixed an issue where the Pixel 3A could be vulnerable to predatory code disguised as a normal file. The other major patch fixes an issue where user information could be sent out without permission. This new patch has fixed both major issues and more. With the new Pixel update, the device is eligible for [Android Q beta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-operating-system), which is an Android program that focuses on , innovation, [security, privacy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scam-protection) and digital wellbeing. The Pixel 3A will now be added to the list of eligible devices. Image Credit: 9TO5Google ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Increased Smart Phone Security:** The recent smart phone security patches trend indicates an opportunity for innovative digital security solutions. - **Android Q Beta Testing:** The trend of Android Q beta testing highlights the potential for disruptive technology and user privacy solutions. - **Pixel Device Updates:** The trend of constant Pixel security updates suggests an opportunity for continued innovation in mobile device security and privacy. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Devices:** Mobile device manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of increased security patches by offering improved security features and privacy options. - **Cybersecurity:** The smart phone security patches trend presents an opportunity for cybersecurity companies to develop innovative solutions for mobile devices. - **Software Development:** Android Q beta testing showcases the potential for disruptive software development practices and highlights an opportunity for developers to focus on user privacy and security. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Operating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-13.md) - [Midrange AI Productivity Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-8a.md) - [Large-Screen AI Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-9-pro-xl.md) - [User-Repairable Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-repair.md) - [Enhanced Android Security Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anti-theft-1.md) - [Mobile Phone Repair Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-phone-repair.md) - [Phone Protection Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-care-plus.md) - [Value-Focused Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-pixel-7a.md) - [Mobile Operating System Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-operating-system.md)