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Google Pixel users report scrolling input bug in Android 17
9to5Google • • technology
Key Points:
- Android 17 is now officially available for various Google Pixel devices, but users have reported a bug affecting scrolling touch input recognition.
- The issue causes swipe gestures to be misregistered, such as swipe up registering as swipe down, and intermittent failures in detecting swipes, affecting multiple Pixel models including the Pixel 7.
- Google has acknowledged the problem and offered some troubleshooting advice, but no official fix has been announced yet.
- Some users found that disabling the "triple tap to zoom" feature in accessibility settings resolves the issue, suggesting a possible misinterpretation of triple taps in Android 17.
- User feedback on Android 17's overall performance is mixed, with some experiencing no changes and others noting improved responsiveness despite the scrolling bug.
