Phone Battery Woes Post-May Pixel Drop: Troubleshooting Tips
The recent May Pixel Drop has left numerous Google Pixel users grappling with battery life woes. Just as we covered Samsung’s One UI 7 update causing battery drainage, a similar predicament now plagues Pixel devices.
According to reports by 9to5Google, Google’s support forums and the Pixel subreddit are abuzz with complaints about poor battery performance post the latest OS update. Users across various Pixel models, including the Google Pixel 9 and 9 Pro, are experiencing rapid battery drain and overheating issues.
Even older models like the Google Pixel 6 are not immune to this battery drain dilemma. The Battery Megathread on Reddit showcases a multitude of users sharing similar concerns about excessive heat and battery depletion on their Pixel phones.
To tackle this battery drain issue effectively, users can take several steps. Identifying and restricting background usage of power-hungry third-party apps like Instagram can significantly improve battery life. Additionally, disabling Location Accuracy under Settings can prevent unnecessary battery drain caused by constant location tracking.
For a more drastic measure, users can opt for a complete factory reset to recalibrate their Pixel phone’s battery performance. However, the ultimate solution lies in Google releasing a firmware update promptly to address these widespread battery issues, especially considering the primary goal of the May Pixel Drop was bug eradication.
As we await a fix from Google, implementing these troubleshooting techniques can alleviate the battery woes plaguing Pixel users post the May update. Stay tuned for updates and remember, you’re not alone in this battery battle.