Android 15 has officially rolled out, and while it brings a plethora of new features, some users are encountering unexpected issues. One such problem affects the back gesture functionality, particularly for owners of the Pixel 8 Pro.
This gesture, which allows users to swipe from the edge of the display to return to the previous screen, appears to be malfunctioning for many. Reports indicate that some users are only experiencing problems with the right side of the screen, while others are finding the gesture unresponsive on both sides.
The issue first surfaced on a Reddit post where multiple Pixel 8 Pro users confirmed experiencing similar problems. The discussion quickly garnered attention, with users suggesting that the Android 15 update itself might be the culprit.
A potential link has been made to the new predictive back gesture feature introduced in the update. Interestingly, this issue seems specific to the Pixel 8 Pro, as users of Pixel 7 and Pixel 9 devices have not reported similar problems.
Further confirmation of the issue came as some users, including those at Android Authority, observed the back gesture issue on their Pixel 8 Pro. However, inconsistencies have been noted, with some devices not affected by the glitch at all. Despite the growing number of complaints, it seems the issue has not been universal, prompting users to seek temporary fixes rather than waiting for an official solution.
Fortunately, a simple workaround has been discovered by a Reddit user, allowing Pixel 8 Pro users to temporarily restore gesture functionality. The solution involves toggling between the three-button navigation system and gesture navigation. By switching to three-button navigation and then reverting back to gestures, the problem appears to resolve itself, at least for the time being.
This bug is likely to be addressed in an upcoming hotfix, as it has drawn significant attention within the user community. In the meantime, Pixel 8 Pro users encountering this issue can follow the workaround steps to regain the use of their back gesture until an official fix is rolled out.
