Since the launch of Android 16 in June, Pixel users have been grappling with frustrating back button problems that left navigation in turmoil. Reports flooded in from users claiming their devices were unresponsive, with delays of over 30 seconds on the Pixel 8 Pro. Another frustrated Pixel 9 owner revealed they had to repeatedly mash the back button just to get a response.

Even the swipe gesture to navigate back became hit-or-miss, a nightmare for many relying on this feature to browse smoothly.

In response to this widespread frustration, Google has announced a timely fix. The latest patch notes from Google mention improvements to overall stability and address the back button woes, which apparently occur only under specific conditions. This means that the back button might soon become your reliable digital companion once again!

But that’s not all! This update also tackles a scheduled dark theme glitch that left some users in the dark—quite literally. Moreover, it includes a crucial security fix for a dangerous remote code execution vulnerability that poses significant risks.

Currently, Pixel 6 users and newer are in luck, as the update is rolling out now. So, if you've been battling back button troubles, it might be time to check for that software update and restore your phone’s functionality!