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Google changed its Android update policy several times over the past few years. You can refer to our in-depth guide that covers how long your Pixel phone will receive updates.

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If calibration, updates, and a factory reset don't restore proper Google Maps accuracy, it's probably a hardware problem. Contact the phone's manufacturer if it's still under warranty.

How to update apps on Android Manually updating your Android apps is done through the Google Play Store app. Open the app and tap on your profile icon in the top right.