Google's mobile phone batteries are rapidly dying, which is a problem.
Many Google Pixel phones' batteries are being rapidly depleted by the update, and users are not happy about how short the battery life is. Many people have started complaining on forums, Reddit threads, and other websites about the difficulty of keeping their phones after installing the latest May update. This isn't just happening with the Google Pixel 9 series but with other phones that have been updated as well.
It all started after a complaint from a Google Pixel user who said his phone lasted just over 3 hours with the screen on, with only 20% battery remaining at that point. For some, the culprit appears to be Wi-Fi, so the May update may be causing Wi-Fi glitches that are impacting battery life on many phones. However, another user says this could be a bug, but in reality, the issue lies solely with the update itself, which is consuming phone resources to an unexpected level.
Several users have joined the complaint, experiencing rapid battery drain on various models. One Google Pixel 8 Pro user claims that the average screen-on time is 3.5 hours. Another Google Pixel 7 user says he's consistently seen his phone's battery life deteriorate after recent updates, and he's not alone. The Google Pixel 9 Fold is also experiencing some issues.
While the May update is causing battery issues on many phones, others say it has significantly improved their situation, so it doesn't affect everyone equally.
However, as we mentioned, this doesn't happen to everyone. Some people didn't notice any change, while others noticed an improvement in their battery life. The reason appears to be the May update, as this happened after they updated their phones, although Google has yet to comment or acknowledge the issue.
We don't know if there are plans to fix this issue with a new update. We'll keep an eye on what Google says and how this annoying issue develops for many people.