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Google Updates Pixel VPN Tile to Show Live Status

The change arrives with VPN by Google version 2025.12.19.x through a staged server-side rollout.

Overview

  • The larger 2×1 Quick Settings tile drops the duplicate label and now displays the current connection status on the second line.
  • The tile shows clear states—Connected, Paused, Connecting…, and Can’t connect—with distinct visual cues when active.
  • The update lets users confirm protection at a glance, reducing the need to open the full VPN app.
  • Long-pressing the tile provides a direct shortcut into the VPN app for quicker access.
  • Availability varies by device as the rollout is being enabled gradually and is not yet visible to all Pixel users.