Pixel phones face battery drain issue after April update, Google probes
Google Pixel users are experiencing battery drain issues after the April 2026 update, with many reporting significant power loss. Google has acknowledged the issue and is investigating a possible fix for the next update.
Google Pixel users have reported battery drain issues after installing the April 2026 update. The issue has gained significant attention on Google's Issue Tracker, with hundreds of users sharing similar experiences. Some users have reported that their devices continue to run processes even when the screen is off, draining the battery faster than usual. Google acknowledged the issue on April 14 and is asking affected users to submit bug reports. A fix is expected in the next monthly update, potentially in May. This is not the first time Pixel users have reported battery-related issues after a software update.
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