The most common Google Pixel 9 problems and how to fix them

The latest Google Pixel phone lineup has been unveiled, featuring the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold as the company’s second foldable device.

Early reviews for the available handsets are positive, as is usually the case with new Google Pixels.

However, some early adopters may encounter minor issues with their new phones, which can be frustrating despite being infrequent. Let’s explore these issues and discuss potential solutions.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL’s wireless charging isn’t working

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is facing wireless charging issues, with users on Google Forum and Reddit reporting inconsistent charging. Users have encountered difficulties with Google’s Pixel Stand in particular.

While Google has not officially addressed this issue, some users have indicated that it’s a known bug being investigated by company engineers. A forthcoming software update is expected to address this issue.

Solutions:

• Ensure you are using a compatible wireless charger that provides adequate power output.
• Consider purchasing a second-generation Pixel Stand for optimal charging if a bug fix resolves the current issue.

The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a camera tilt issue

Some users have reported a potential problem with the telephoto lens on the Pixel 9 Pro XL, particularly at 5x zoom, while others have experienced tilt issues with the ultrawide lens.

Google has not confirmed these issues with the new phones.

Solutions:

• Try rebooting your phone as an initial troubleshooting step.
• Wait for a software update that may resolve the issue assuming it’s not hardware-related.
• Contact Google support if the problem persists or worsens for further assistance.

The Google Pixel 9 is experiencing poor battery life

While improvements have been made in battery life with the Pixel 9 series, some users may still encounter issues. Here are some tips to improve battery performance:

Solutions:

• Lower the brightness to conserve battery power.
• Activate power-saving mode to extend battery life.
• Lower the resolution to reduce power consumption.
• Avoid excessive gaming sessions to preserve battery capacity.
• Contact Google support for hardware-related issues impacting battery life.

The Google Pixel 9 is hot

Unlike earlier versions, the Pixel 9 series does not exhibit overheating issues. If your phone feels excessively hot, consider the following solutions:

Solutions:

• Reboot your phone or close background apps that may be causing overheating.
• If the issue persists, uninstall recently added or updated apps that could be contributing to the problem.
• Check for and install any available Android updates.

A touchscreen that isn’t acting right

If you’re experiencing touchscreen issues with your Pixel 9, consider the following solutions:

Solutions:

• Wait for a software update that may resolve the touchscreen problem.
• If the touchscreen remains unresponsive, contact the place of purchase for further assistance.

Problems with your phone’s Wi-Fi connection

While there have been no widespread reports of Wi-Fi issues with the Pixel 9, if you encounter connectivity problems, try the following troubleshooting steps:

Solutions:

• Reboot your phone and home router to ensure proper connection.
• Check if Wi-Fi is enabled on your phone.
• If issues persist, forget and reconnect to your home network through Wi-Fi settings.