Android 15 seems to be bricking certain Pixel 6 models, with the issue potentially linked to the new Private Space feature.

From the sounds of things it’s not actually the Android 15 update that’s causing the problems; it’s actually setting up the Private Space feature. At least three users have come across the same issue and posted about their experiences on Reddit. Two of those users had a Pixel 6, while a third had a Pixel 6 Pro.

Google rolled out Android 15 last week for the compatible Pixel line of smartphones. The latest Android OS brings improvements and new features over the last version. After the rollout, folks with a compatible Pixel device installed the update to try out the new features.

Pixel 6 users are reporting bricking issues after installing the Android 15 update, with the problem linked to the Private Space feature and general use. Google has yet to issue a fix.

Although the update process is smooth and uneventful, some Pixel 6 users have complained that Android 15 is bricking their devices.

What you need to know Users on Reddit have reported issues with the Pixel 6/6 Pro after updating to Android 15.The issue seems to be confined to the enabling of Private Spaces as users observe unresponsive devices.

As picked up by Android Police, “reports are emerging that the Android 15 update is causing Pixel 6 devices to brick unexpectedly, leaving them unusable… Google devices seem to be having trouble with Android 15 in general.

As of now, all we can suggest to Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners is to consider delaying the Android 15 update until Google addresses these issues. Honestly, it's not such a big upgrade

The Android 15 update for Pixel devices is causing unexpected bricking of Pixel 6 devices. Users report their Pixel 6 becoming completely unresponsive, with troubleshooting methods yielding no results.

Some odd issues with the Android 15 update on Pixel 6 have left users with smartphones that simply no longer work.