Google Pixel users report lockouts after September update

Some Google Pixel users report being locked out of their devices after installing the September 2026 update, with issues affecting models from the Pixel 10 Pro XL to the Pixel 8 Pro. Affected users on Reddit describe problems with pattern unlock, where lines disappear after the second dot, or PIN entry failing after the first digit, sometimes triggering an emergency countdown timer. One user found the issue resolved after waiting, but others required a factory reset, losing unbacked-up files. Google has reportedly contacted affected users on Reddit but has not publicly addressed the issue or released a fix. Since Pixel devices are encrypted, Google cannot remotely unlock them, so users are advised to back up data before updating and consider waiting for a solution.