In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of being unable to update the Android System Webview on Pixel 7/Pro. Android WebView is a pre-installed system app from Google that allows Android apps to display web content indie their own window rather than opening it inside a browser. It usually gets updated either via the monthly security patch or through the Google Play System Update.
However, as of now, many Pixel 7/Pro users have voiced their concern that they cannot update the Android System Webview. Both the Google Play System Update as well as the Android System Webview are still stuck on the July 2022 version. As a result, users are getting a warning that the frameworks are outdated and need an update.
However, there’s no way through which they could carry out this update. Moreover, if they head over to Play Store > Profile > Manage Apps and Devices section, then it also displays a failure error message for the Webview. If you are also in the same boat, then this guide will make you aware of a nifty workaround to resolve this issue. Follow along.
Fix Cannot Update Android System Webview on Pixel 7/Pro
In order to rectify this bug, you will have to disable auto-update, force close Play Store, and then manually update the Android System Webview. Here’s how all of this could be carried out.
- Launch Play Store and head over to Android System Webview.
- Then tap on the overflow icon situated at the top right and uncheck Enable auto-update.
- Now go to Settings > Apps > See All Apps and select Play Store.
- After that, tap on Force Stop > OK in the confirmation dialog box.
- Then launch Play Store and head over to Android System Webview.
- Now tap on Update and this time, the app will be successfully updated.
That’s it. These were the steps to fix the issue of being unable to update the Android System Webview on Pixel 7/Pro. As far as the official stance on this matter is concerned, the developers are yet to acknowledge this issue, let alone give out any ETA for the rollout of a fix. As and when any of these two things happen, we will update this guide accordingly. In the meantime, the aforementioned workaround is your best bet.
UPDATE 1: Cannot Install Google Play System Update on Pixel 7 Pro
Apart from Android System Webview, users are also unable to download and install the Google Play System Update for the month of October. They are still stuck on the July 2022 update and are constantly getting a warning for the same under Settings > Security. The update weighs only around 8kB but gives out the “Failed to Update “error when trying to install it. Read this guide to know more about this issue and how to fix it.
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On my pixel 7 these steps didn’t work, my phone is suffering for July 23 update. thanks