Pixel Search code hints at support for Pixel 6 and newer
Strings in the latest Pixel Search app reference a Pixel 2021 experience feature, but the app still needs Android 17 QPR2.
Code found in the latest release of the Pixel Search app suggests the app may expand to older Pixel phones, potentially as far back as the Pixel 6 series. The code appears in Pixel Search app version 1.0.983036833.
According to Android Authority, the code references the com.google.android.feature.PIXEL_2021_EXPERIENCE feature, which points to support for the Pixel 6 and newer devices.
The app still requires Android 17 QPR2, Beta 5 or newer, to run. Android 17 QPR2 is expected to reach its stable milestone in December 2026, which is when Pixel Search could expand to older Pixels.
Pixel 6 and 6 Pro may miss out
The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro could be left out even if the app widens its reach: the two phones will not be updated to Android 17 QPR2.
The Pixel Search app debuted with the Pixel 11 series. In September 2026, it was possible to sideload the app and run it on older Pixels with a recent Android 17 QPR2 beta build. The Pixel 6 and 6 Pro reached end-of-life status with the stable Android 17 QPR1 release.
Quick answers
Which older Pixel phones could get the Pixel Search app?
Code in Pixel Search app version 1.0.983036833 references the com.google.android.feature.PIXEL_2021_EXPERIENCE feature, indicating support for the Pixel 6 and newer devices.
Why do Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro possibly miss out?
The app requires Android 17 QPR2, Beta 5 or newer. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will not be updated to Android 17 QPR2.
When could Pixel Search arrive on older Pixels?
Android 17 QPR2 is expected to reach its stable milestone in December 2026, which is when Pixel Search could expand to older Pixels.