Google Pixel chargefail

Power management is a common area of concern, similar to many smartphones. Your phone is vulnerable due to its charging ports, which are easily exposed to air, water, and dirt. This puts it in danger of becoming similar to the Avatar fictitious world. Nevertheless, the charging port is the vital link that keeps your phone alive. You can run into problems if you don’t have a backup phone or a safe backup of your data. To avoid the hassle of having to send your Pixel in for a replacement, use these troubleshooting techniques to find and fix your charging issue.

Despite being renowned for its cutting-edge features and snappy UI, the Google Pixel series is not impervious to bugs and issues. One of the most frequent issues plaguing smartphones in general—including the Google Pixel—is the difficulty to charge.

It’s essential to comprehend the reasons and feasible remedies in order to address and fixing the root causes of your Google Pixel’s charging issues. We will help you with this by guiding you through workable methods that can help you get your Google Pixel back to charging capacity.

What is Google pixel?

As a follow-up to the Nexus series, Google unveiled the Google Pixel range of Android smartphones on October 20, 2016. Like its predecessor, the Pixel runs Android from a “stock version,” which guarantees quick upgrades as soon as they’re available. On the other hand, certain Android phones could take months to receive upgrades, or they might have unique Android versions like One UI.

Free limitless photo storage on Google Photos is one noteworthy benefit for Google Pixel owners. Furthermore, Google Photos on the Pixel preserves image quality without sacrificing it in order to reduce storage requirements.

Google pixel issues and their solutions:

Software issues:

Even if it can seem like you’ve tried everything, it’s still beneficial to go over the fundamentals. Take these preliminary actions to get rid of typical software bugs.

Software bugs may be the reason for slow charging on your Pixel or for it to stop working altogether. Disable adaptive charging by going to Settings > Battery > Adaptive Preferences. This function may cause anomalies, particularly when it comes to alarms, since it briefly stops charging your phone beyond 80% at times when you use it the least and restarts charging to 100% right before it senses that you will start using it.

Apart from tackling Adaptive Charging, contemplate the following actions:

• Restart your phone’s battery.

1. Switch it on and off once again.
2. Press and hold the power button to bring up the power menu.
3. Press the Power Down button.
4. Hold off until the phone shuts down entirely and the backlight turns off.
5. Up until the Google welcome screen shows, hold down the power button.

• Update your phone.

Install any updates that are available by going to Settings App > System > System Update. If your data is restricted, make sure you are connected to Wi-Fi.

• Carry out a hard reset.

1. Press and hold the volume up and power buttons at the same time for ten seconds or until the screen darkens.
2. Hold off for thirty seconds.
3. Up until the Google welcome screen shows, hold down the power button.

Issues with the power source, charger, or cable:

Without your knowledge, there might be a problem with our electrical outlet. To make sure it works, plug in another charging device and accessories. If the prongs on your charging block do not fit into the outlet properly, inconsistent charging may happen across many devices. Check your charging block for important power output specs. Usually, the charger shows the following data:

• Although it isn’t very important in this case, the input voltage is often the first specification provided and indicates an AC range of 100-240V.
• Amperage and output voltage are two parameters that are frequently shown together. Several output voltages, including the common 5V for USB charging, may be supported by the adaptor. Higher voltages may be necessary to meet quick charge requirements or for bigger devices. There should be an Amp rating assigned to each particular voltage.
• Wattage: Some manufacturers, like Apple, indicate the adapter’s wattage right on the label. If not, you may figure it out on your own by multiplying amps by voltage. A 5-watt charger (5×1=5), for example, would be a standard Apple iPhone charger with a USB brick rated at 5V and 1A. A wattage calculator can be used if the computation is more complicated.

Find the highest-wattage charger and attach your Pixel to it. Fast charging can be your only choice until you locate a better charger, even if it might not be the best option for the long-term health of the battery.

As an alternative, your computer can power your phone with consistency. Try connecting your Pixel straight to your PC to see whether it detects and finally charges it. Give the charging process up to 30 minutes, particularly if the battery is entirely depleted.

Google Pixels and their charging cables may be picky. Poor quality cables may cause your Pixel to completely reject incoming power, especially if they have a greater resistance. You could get a “Connected, Not Charging” notice on your Pixel, or you might not see any signs of a connection.

To fix:

• Dongles and cable extensions should be removed since they offer more potential sites of failure and make it more difficult to determine the reason of charging problems.
• If it’s available, use the original cable that came with your Pixel.
• Try charging your Pixel wirelessly. The cord is probably the problem if it charges wirelessly. If your case is connected, take it off as wireless charging might be ineffective and sluggish when it comes to heat. If your battery is completely dead, take your time; otherwise, skip this step if you think it could be swollen.
• To support PPS and PD charging methods, think about purchasing a charger and cable.

Charging port issues:

Your Google Pixel’s USB connector could not be properly connected to the cable because of dust and particle buildup over time. This problem may also be caused by moisture-related grime or incorrect contact between the connection pins and the port. For this purpose, a precise cleaning kit works well. Observe these steps to tidy your USB-C charging port:

• Start by removing any loose dust or dirt using a dust blower. Check to see whether your cable charges after plugging it in. Steer clear of blowing into the port with your mouth since the moisture in your breath might make the issue worse.
• Use a brush with soft plastic bristles to clean away at any gunky material. Finish off the cleaning by using the dust blower one more time.
• Join a cotton swab to a toothpick or thin plastic dental pick to create an improvised instrument. Apply a few drops of isopropyl alcohol that is over 90% concentrated on the cotton and use it to gently clean the port’s inside perimeter.
• Use the same techniques to clean your charging cord as well, being careful not to harm the connector’s pins. Check the pins for any dirt buildup.

The contact may be too thin to form a good connection if there is physical damage to the pins on the USB-C connector or port.

Examine pins A9 and B4, which are located four from the left on the top and bottom of the Pixel, using a torch shining into the charging port. Additionally, examine pins A4 and B9, which are located four from the right on the tongue’s top and bottom. These four pins might be corroded or covered in black substance that would inhibit power transfer and necessitate replacing the logic board.

Additionally, examine your cable, searching for comparable problems on the corresponding pins. Fortunately, proper fitting is more often ensured by the pins on the wire, making cable replacement a more typical solution.

Overheating or degrading of battery:

Overheating during the charging process is a common problem with Pixel phones. This problem can be caused by several different things, and it may not be solved by a single remedy. Thankfully, you can use tools to find out if your Pixel is controlling its power use to protect the battery from overheating.

• Download an analytics app for your smartphone from the Google Play Store.
• An extensive software that offers thorough hardware information is called Device Info.
• Accu battery provides a detailed breakdown of the statistics and condition of your battery.
• After plugging up your Pixel to a power source, open one of these apps. Keep an eye out for high temperatures—anything above 35 °C may cause your Pixel to stop charging. Additionally, keep an eye out for indicators of battery deterioration, such as low voltage,             decreased maximum charge capacity, or decreased current draw. If you see any alarming signs, turn off your Pixel, take off the cover, and keep it away from heat sources. Before attempting another charge, let it cool. If your phone is overheating, stay away from putting it in a refrigerator or freezer since the sudden shift in temperature may damage the battery.
• It’s probably time for a replacement if you find that your battery has bloated or is damaged from wear and use. Check out our choices for replacing your Pixel battery and consult the relevant manual for your particular Pixel model, like this one for the Pixel 6a. When fixing any equipment that has a bloated battery, put safety first.

Other physical damage:

It’s possible that a component on the logic board burned out, that your port is corroded, or that your Pixel was exposed to too much water. Replacing the logic board (or motherboard) is the only option if cleaning doesn’t fix physical damage to the port.

If your phone is still on, backup all of your data wirelessly. To replace the charging assembly or the full logic board, go through our charging assembly kits and follow the instructions that match to your phone.

If there isn’t a manual for replacing the logic board on your particular device, look for instructions on comparable models, like the Pixel 7 Pro motherboard replacement.

Remember that the board contains all of your data. It’s like getting a brain transplant if you decide to replace the complete board; you’ll have to recover your data from your backup afterward.