The next big Google release is only in beta, but it’s causing issues for some. If you download general release software only, your Pixel is safe. but the second beta of what’s called the Quarterly Platform Release is where the problem lies. These releases deliver new features and bug fixes to Google Pixel phones. The latest version due to reach general release is QPR2, and is out next week (Monday, March 11 in the United States), but that is stable and you can install it with confidence.