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Google posts Android 7.1.1 Nougat factory images for Pixel and Nexus devices (Update #2: new Pixel build)
August 12, 2025
The new Pixel and Pixel XL builds, which come in at NMF26Q, focuses on fixing some issues involving the sending and receiving MMS on UK carrier O2. If you’re interested in grabbing the factory images, head to the links below for the download. Otherwise, OTA images for both devicescan be found at this link.
Original post (12/5):Right on schedule, Google has postedAndroid 7.1.1 Nougatfactory images for all current Pixel and Nexus devices. This update not only brings with it a consumer-ready version of Android 7.1.1, but also December’s Android security patch.
Android 7.1.1 factory images are live for the Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, Pixel C, Nexus 9 (Wi-Fi and LTE), as well as the Nexus Player. For build numbers and download links, see below:
If you’ve never flashed a factory image to your device,you may learn how to do so here. Google has also posted OTA links for each of these devices,which can be found at this link. And if you’re looking for specific changes pertaining to the December Android security patch,head to the Android Security Bulletinfor the details.
The Nexus 6 has received a new build of Android 7.0 (NBD91U) that contains the December security patch, but unfortunately there’s no 7.1.1 build this time around.
Earlier today, Verizonposted a changelogfor the Pixel and Pixel XL’s Android 7.1.1 Nougat update, which also contains a number of bug fixes and performance improvements. Google has yet to officially announce the 7.1.1 update on its blog, but we’ll let you know when it does.
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