Google Pixel Users Face Severe Battery Drain After May 2025 Update: What You Need to Know
Google Pixel users are reporting major battery drain and overheating issues following the May 2025 software update. From Pixel 6 to the latest Pixel 9, the problem seems widespread and growing.
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Google Pixel users face severe battery drain after May 2025 update. Where update was expected to be a simple routine patch, rolling out some minor bug fixes and for security improvements. It has unexpectedly triggered a wave of complaints from Pixel users about Google Pixel battery issues.
Google Pixel users face severe battery drain after May 2025 update:
The Google Pixel May 2025 update, which began rolling out earlier this month, has sparked dozens of user reports on Google’s official support forums and the popular Google Pixel subreddit. From Pixel 6 (launched in 2021) to the latest Pixel 9 series, users are noticing that their devices are not lasting as long on a full charge and are heating up even with normal usage.
While Google Pixel May 2025 update battery issues are not new, the volume and consistency of these reports make it hard to dismiss this as mere perception. Overheating and sudden battery drops are being widely reported—suggesting a genuine software-related issue that needs urgent attention.
Google has yet to issue an official response or acknowledge the problem in a patch note. Meanwhile, affected users are advised to monitor app usage, disable unnecessary background processes, and wait for potential fixes in the June patch.
Stay tuned as we track this issue and update you with any official response or workaround.
Disclaimer:
This post is based on publicly available reports from 9to5Google and other user forums. It is better contacting Google support for official guidance regarding Pixel device issues.
