Google delivers an update to improve Pixel 6's 'slow fingerprint authentication' issue

On November 16, 2021, Google delivered a software update for the Pixel 6/6 Pro, including improved fingerprint sensor performance. At the time of writing the article, we have confirmed that the update has been delivered to the device purchased from the Google Store.

November software update for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro (US and Japan only, selected carriers)-Google Pixel Community

Google announced on November 16 that it will carry out a software update for 'Pixel 6/6 Pro' supported by major carriers in the United States and KDDI, NTT DoCoMo, Softbank, Rakuten Mobile in Japan. In addition, it is written that 'it will be delivered in November' for SIM unlocked terminals sold at the Google Store. Google explains that this update will improve the performance of the fingerprint sensor and fix minor bugs.

'Pixel 6/6 Pro' is equipped with optical in-display fingerprint authentication, but this fingerprint authentication function was pointed out by users in each country as 'slow recognition speed'. Regarding this, Google explained that 'it uses an enhanced security algorithm, and fingerprint authentication may take a long time or require long-term contact with the sensor.'

For terminals for Japan, KDDI and Softbank started distribution from November 17th. We have also confirmed that updates have been distributed to SIM-free devices purchased from the Google Store at the time of article creation. To update, tap 'Settings', 'System', and 'System Update'. The build number of the terminal after the update was 'SD1A.210817.037' of the fingerprint sensor improved build announced by Google.