Rolling Changelog
This article summarizes rolling releases made for acceptance testing and quality assurance.
NEXT.MC03.20260802.D0
Reviews available on 2026-07-30.
Originally targeted for release on 2026-07-31. Released on 2026-08-02.
- NEXT.MC03.20260802.U0.7z user variant
- NEXT.MC03.20260802.D0.7z userdebug variant
T5771 (bug-fix)
Improved onboarding by ensuring the HeliBoard keyboard is displayed correctly after a language change.
T5753 (bug-fix)
Fixed a data transfer issue that could occur when transferring data from Android 16 devices.
T5768 (enhancement)
Resolved a duplicate percentage display issue in the Aphy Account app.
T5767 (enhancement)
Corrected German translations in Onbaording Application.
Corrected German translations in Aphy Account Application.
T5757 (enhancement)
Improved the search experience in Punkt. Launcher by showing in-app search results when selecting a recent search, instead of opening a web search directly.
T5752 (bug-fix)
Fixed incorrect subscription expiry notifications for active or Free Trial accounts.
T5473 (enhancement)
Updated the Wi-Fi framework with the latest platform and vendor updates (port GOS + MTK changes to frameworks/opt/net/wifi).
T5760 (enhancement)
Updated the IMS framework with the latest platform and vendor updates.
T5747 (enhancement)
Improved Search Experience in Punkt Launcher
Improved the visibility and alignment of the Clear (X) button in the search bar.
Improved the visibility and consistency of search result icons.
Improved the appearance of section labels for better readability.
Updated typography to align with the Soda design system.
T5750 (enhancement)
Improved search result ordering for quicker access to apps, app shortcuts, settings, device features, and web search.
T5741 (enhancement)
HeliBoard is now the default keyboard during device setup and across the device, ensuring a consistent and smoother typing experience.
T5725 (enhancement)
Added support for erasing eSIM profiles during Factory Reset (Settings > System > Reset options > Erase all data (Factory Reset)).
T5757 (enhancement)
Improved the search experience in Punkt. Launcher by showing in-app search results when selecting a recent search, instead of opening a web search directly.
T5752 (bug-fix)
Fixed incorrect subscription expiry notifications for active or Free Trial accounts.
T5473 (enhancement)
Updated the Wi-Fi framework with the latest platform and vendor updates (port GOS + MTK changes to frameworks/opt/net/wifi).
T5760 (enhancement)
Updated the IMS framework with the latest platform and vendor updates.
NEXT.MC03.20260710.D0
Reviews available on 2026-07-09.
Originally targeted for release on 2026-07-10. Released on 2026-07-10.
- NEXT.MC03.20260710.U0.7z user variant
- NEXT.MC03.20260710.D0.7z userdebug variant
T5745 (enhancement)
Punkt. Launcher: Device Global Search now includes results from System Settings, Files, Contacts, and your recent search history.
T5746 (enhancement)
Punkt. Launcher: Device Global Search now uses DuckDuckGo as the default web search provider.
T5741 (enhancement)
HeliBoard is now the default keyboard during device setup and across the device, ensuring a consistent and smoother typing experience.
T5593 (enhancement)
Integrated HeliBoard as the system keyboard for an improved typing experience.
T5161 (enhancement)
Applied Aphy background color for a consistent Settings and system bar appearance.
T5503 (enhancement)
Improved Dialer voice input experience: Tapping the Mic icon in the Dialer app will prompt users to install the FUTO Voice Input app if it is not already installed.
FUTO Voice Input app is now available in Apps with the latest version.
T5743 (enhancement)
Added auto turn off Wi-Fi feature in the Settings > Security and privacy > Exploit protection.
T5744 (enhancement)
Added auto turn off Bluetooth feature in the Settings > Security and privacy > Exploit protection.
NEXT.MC03.20260703.D0
Reviews available on 2026-07-02.
Originally targeted for release on 2026-07-03. After a last-minute correction, ultimately released on 2026-07-10.
- NEXT.MC03.20260703.U0.7z user variant
- NEXT.MC03.20260703.D0.7z userdebug variant
T5713 (bug-fix)
Fixed keyboard appearing on double-tap during onboarding.
T5710 (bug-fix)
Fixed onboarding getting stuck when the network is lost during account creation.
T5692 (enhancement)
microSD card is now visible on the PC via USB File Transfer (MTP)
T4516 (enhancement)
Added the required MediaTek (MTK) updates for system vold.
T5701 (enhancement)
Added the required MediaTek (MTK) updates for system core.
Update Platform Security Patch to 2026-06-05
| CVE | Type | Severity | Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2025-65018 | EoP | Critical | external/libpng |
| CVE-2025-64720 | DoS | Critical | external/libpng |
| CVE-2025-22424 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2025-22426 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2025-48595 | EoP | High | external/sqlite |
| CVE-2025-48615 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2025-48649 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2025-48652 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0009 | EoP | High | packages/providers/MediaProvider |
| CVE-2026-0046 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0048 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0055 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0061 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0076 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0078 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0087 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0091 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0100 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-28577 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0036 | ID | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0056 | ID | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-28586 | ID | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2025-32348 | DoS | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0018 | DoS | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0070 | DoS | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-28578 | DoS | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0043 | EoP | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0097 | EoP | Critical | packages/modules/Bluetooth |
| CVE-2026-21352 | EoP | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-21353 | EoP | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2025-64505 | DoS | Critical | external/libpng |
| CVE-2026-0039 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0040 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0041 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0042 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0044 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0051 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0052 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0080 | DoS | Critical | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0059 | RCE | High | packages/modules/Bluetooth |
| CVE-2025-26418 | EoP | High | packages/services/Car |
| CVE-2025-48612 | EoP | High | packages/apps/Settings |
| CVE-2026-0045 | EoP | High | packages/modules/Bluetooth |
| CVE-2026-0075 | EoP | High | packages/providers/ContactsProvider |
| CVE-2026-0088 | EoP | High | packages/apps/CertInstaller |
| CVE-2026-0093 | EoP | High | packages/apps/Settings |
| CVE-2026-0094 | EoP | High | packages/apps/KeyChain |
| CVE-2026-0095 | EoP | High | packages/modules/Bluetooth |
| CVE-2026-0098 | EoP | High | packages/apps/DocumentsUI |
| CVE-2026-0099 | EoP | High | packages/modules/Nfc |
| CVE-2025-48600 | ID | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2025-48616 | ID | High | packages/modules/Bluetooth |
| CVE-2026-0050 | ID | High | packages/modules/Bluetooth |
| CVE-2025-48648 | DoS | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0060 | DoS | High | packages/apps/Settings |
| CVE-2026-0067 | DoS | High | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0074 | DoS | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0074 | DoS | High | packages/apps/Launcher3 |
| CVE-2026-0079 | DoS | High | external/dng_sdk |
| CVE-2026-0085 | DoS | High | packages/providers/ContactsProvider |
| CVE-2026-20448 | EoP | Medium | vendor/mediatek/proprietary/geniezone |
| CVE-2026-28581 | EoP | Medium | packages/services/Telecomm |
| CVE-2026-0065 | - | - | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0054 | - | - | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0063 | EoP | High | packages/services/Telephony |
| CVE-2026-0063 | EoP | High | vendor/mediatek/proprietary/packages/services/Telephony |
| CVE-2026-0063 | EoP | High | frameworks/base |
| CVE-2026-0062 | - | - | frameworks/base |
NEXT.MC03.20260626.D0
Reviews available on 2026-06-25.
Originally targeted for release on 2026-06-26. Released on 2026-06-26.
- NEXT.MC03.20260626.U0.7z user variant
- NEXT.MC03.20260626.D0.7z userdebug variant
T5716 (bug-fix)
The selected language in the setup wizard was not preserved to the resulting running system.
T5539 (enhancement)
When the user taps on +Add SIM in Settings, it will;
- navigate to the eSIM screen to set up and manage profiles, if the eSIM application is installed, or
- suggest to the user the eSIM application needs to be installed.
T5671 (enhancement)
The Switch to Punkt. application will no longer launch automatically when a USB device is connected.
T5704 (enhancement)
During development, the filename and URL to download the Switch to Punkt. APK on the sender device
was unreasonably long. It is now simply SwitchToPunkt.apk.
T5620 (enhancement)
Add rudimentary weak PIN validation to the Set PIN in the setup wizard flow.
T5707 (enhancement)
Add rudimentary weak PIN validation in Settings > Security & Privacy > PIN.
T5404 (enhancement)
Implement vibration for calls and notifications in Silent mode.
T5299 (enhancement)
Removed the Pattern option from the screen lock settings.
T5722 (enhancement)
Disabled the Auto-confirm PIN option in the PIN settings screen.
NEXT.MC03.20260624.D0
Reviews available on 2026-06-18.
Originally targeted for release on 2026-06-19, built but not released on 2026-06-24.
T5680 (bug-fix)
The App tray and Wild Web backgrounds now match perfectly, with zero pixel difference.
T5218 (bug-fix)
The Battery Saver icon (with "+") is updated to align with the UI/UX styling designs.
T5632 (enhancement)
Added the Remote Key Provisioning feature in settings
T5698 (bug-fix)
Added default media permissions for the Aphy Gallery application.