If your phone's battery life seems poor or short, it could be that a downloaded app uses too much battery. You can adjust your phone settings to help its battery last. To fix battery drain, use the steps below.
Important: Some of these steps only work on Android 14 and up. Learn how to update your Android version.
The Pixel battery continuously learns your behaviors and optimizes itself based on your most recent app usage. When you set up a new device or after a factory reset, optimization may take up a few weeks to take full effect. For best results keep Adaptive Battery and battery optimizat…
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Troubleshoot your Pixel Phone
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Fix battery drain problem
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Fix Bluetooth problems
If your car or Bluetooth accessory isn’t connecting to your phone, try the solutions below. Important: If you use a custom Android version and these steps don't work for you, get help from your device manufacturer and mobile carrier. Some of these steps only work on Android 8.0 and up. Learn how to check your Android version. Find Bluetooth diagnostics Important: Bluetooth diagnostics are available on Pixel 6 and up, including Fold. Open your phone's Settings app. Tap Connected devices Bluetooth diagnostics. Know what info is shared with Google If you share “device and bluetooth diagnostics,” …Read more -
Clean your Pixel phone
Wiping your Pixel phone clean can help protect it from stains and wear. You can also disinfect your Pixel phone with household disinfecting wipes. For your Pixel phone's materials and design details, see the tech specs. Important: Avoid getting moisture or soap in openings, like the USB-C port. Don’t use bleach. For Pixel Fold: When cleaning your device, never pick at the edges or attempt to remove the protective film as doing so can harm the foldable display. Wipe your phone clean Turn off and unplug your phone. With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe off your phone. For most: Streaks, smud…Read more -
Fix your Camera app on your Pixel phone or tablet
If your camera causes issues on your phone or tablet, try these steps to fix the problem. After each step, open your Camera app and check whether it fixed the issue. If not, try the next step. To get camera help, activate Google Assistant on your Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro and say, "I'm having issues with my camera." Learn more about Pixel support on Assistant. Important: Pixel phones have a larger camera that uses additional components to focus quickly. If you shake the phone, the camera may make a slight rattling noise. This is normal and expected behavior. On Pixel 6, you may hear it on the ma…Read more -
Fix a Pixel phone that freezes
Try the following steps if your phone: Freezes Stops responding Is stuck with the screen on After each step, restart your phone to see if it fixed the issue. Important: You're using a custom Android version. If these steps don't work for you, check with your device manufacturer.Important: Some of these steps work only on Android 8.0 and up or on Pixel watches with the Pixel watch Android companion app version 4.1 and up. Learn how to check your Android version. Restart your phone If your phone is frozen with the screen on, hold down the power button for about 30 seconds to restart. Troubleshoo…Read more -
Repair & Warranty Learning Center
Welcome to the Repair and Warranty Learning Center! Here, you can find articles for your phone’s warranty information and guide you through the repair process. Get started with Repair & Warranty Check warranty eligibility Confirm warranty coverage Learn what affects warranty eligibility Find out if you're in-warranty or out-of-warranty Learn about your repair options Initiate a repair Find the best repair option for you Get ready to start a repair Find an authorized repair partner Take your device for walk-in repair Send your device for mail-in repair Use Repair mode for your repair Learn how …Read more
