Google Pixel And Pixel XL Slow Charging (Problem Solved)
Let me paint a scenario for you. You have a Google Pixel or a Pixel XL. It’s your constant companion, accompanying you wherever you go. Tonight, you’re heading out on the town, but your phone’s battery is only at 33%. When you plug it in to charge, you expect it to fill up in no time. But as you’re about to leave, you unplug your phone and discover that it’s still far from fully charged.
The slow charging issue is a common problem faced by Google Pixel and Pixel XL owners. Some of the problems that users have encountered include slow charging at times, the phone failing to turn on after charging, and the battery appearing gray. To relieve your frustration, I’ll suggest some solutions to fix the slow charging problem on your Google Pixel and Pixel XL.
How to Fix Slow Charging on Google Pixel and Pixel XL
First things first, before you attempt to fix any issues with your phone, make sure that the problem lies with the phone itself and not the USB cable. To test this, simply connect a different device using the same USB cable. If it charges normally, then the problem lies with your phone. Similarly, if you try using a different USB cable and the slow charging issue persists, it’s a problem with the phone. Let’s explore a few manual fixes to address this problem. Here are a couple of methods you can try:
Close Background Applications
A common reason for the slow charging problem on the Google Pixel and Pixel XL is running apps in the background. Follow these steps to close those apps:
- Press and release the “Home” button to access the recently used apps screen.
- In the task manager section, select “End all applications.”
- At the top of the screen, you’ll find an option called “RAM.” Select it and clear the phone’s memory.
By following these steps, you’ll close all the apps running in the background while your phone is charging, which could be slowing down the charging process.
Uninstall Third Party Apps
If the previous method didn’t solve the slow charging issue, the cause may be a software bug. The best solution in this case is to uninstall any third-party software and see if that fixes the problem on your Pixel and Pixel XL.
To uninstall third-party apps, you’ll first need to enable “Safe Mode” on your Pixel and Pixel XL. To do this, turn off your phone and hold the power button. Once you see “Google Pixel and Pixel XL” on the screen, release the power button and hold the volume down button until the phone restarts. When the message “Safe Mode” appears at the bottom of the screen, release the button.
In Safe Mode, you can uninstall third-party apps by going to Menu > Settings > More > Application manager > Downloaded. Once you reach this point, select the app you want to uninstall, choose the uninstall option, and hit “OK.” Repeat this process for any additional apps you want to uninstall. When you’re finished, turn off Safe Mode by pressing and holding the power button and restarting your Pixel or Pixel XL.
