Android users are reporting a significant battery drain issue affecting several Pixel phone models, following a recent software update. The problem, which causes devices to lose power rapidly even when not in use, has been acknowledged by Google, which is investigating a fix.
According to reports, the bug appears to trigger excessive CPU wakeups, keeping the phone's processor active in the background even when the screen is off. Affected models include the Pixel 10 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 7A.
Users have taken to forums to describe their experiences. One Pixel 7A owner reported that both his and his wife's phones have suffered since mid-March, with batteries dropping from 20% to zero abruptly and slow charging. Another Pixel 9 Pro XL user said they now need to charge three times daily after the March update, with the battery depleting overnight from full to 30%.
However, the issue is not universal. One Pixel 9 Pro user reported no unusual drain, noting their battery remained at 79% after several hours of light use.
Google has confirmed the bug and is working on a solution. No official timeline for the fix has been announced, but an update is expected soon.
