How To Fix Google Pixel Bluetooth Problems

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Google Pixel and Pixel XL are the newest flagships from Google wrapped up with several new features not found in any other smartphone. While users are quite satisfied with their brand new device, some have already started complaining about some problems including Google Pixel Bluetooth issues.

According to some users, Bluetooth is not working on Google Pixel while some have stated of facing issues when trying to pair in cars including Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Tesla, Volkswagen, Toyota, Volvo etc. However, there are several simple things you can try in order to fix Google Pixel Bluetooth connectivity issues and all are explained here.

See also: How to fix Google Pixel Wi-Fi problems

Potential Fixes For Google Pixel Bluetooth Issues

Solution 1: Restart the device

Restarting the device is the first thing to try when you face any kind of issue as it can fix many problems. So, go on to restart your Google Pixel device first. What you need to do is just press and hold the power button for 10 seconds and the phone will first vibrate and then start rebooting. Now check if the issue is resolved. If the same issue still persists, move on to the next method.

Solution 2: Clear Cache

The next step is to clear the cache of Bluetooth app. Cache data is helpful as it stores the temporary data so that switching between apps can be easier and faster. But with time as the amount of this data is increased it gives rise to various issues. So, very often you need to clear the cache data to ensure fast performance. The process of clearing cache and Bluetooth data is explained in detail.

  • First, go to the app icon in your Google Pixel device from the Home screen
  • Tap on the settings option and go to the Application manager
  • There you need to get the option All by swiping left or right
  • It will display the Bluetooth app
  • Next, tap on clear cache and then on clear Bluetooth
  • Press ok to confirm the process.
  • Finally, restart the device and now try using Bluetooth again to see if the issue is resolved.

Solution 3: Reset the connection in car properly

Most of the users have stated that they are specifically facing this Bluetooth issue in the car. So, in that case, users are advised to check the manufacturer’s manual properly for both the device and car and then go on to reset the connection.

  • Make sure any important part of the connection process is not skipped
  • Head towards Settings > Bluetooth and ensure that all the options are properly adjusted
  • Again go to Settings > Bluetooth and delete all the prior pairings and set them up from scratch.

Solution 4: Factory Reset

If you have tried all the above-mentioned methods and other possible methods as well but nothing worked, then factory reset could be the last option that can help you in resolving the Google Pixel Bluetooth connectivity issues. The process is simple but as it erases all of the data from the device, you will have to set it up from scratch. Also, don’t forget to backup your device.

To factory reset your device, head towards Settings > Back up & reset > Factory data reset and tap on Reset phone. Let your device reboot and then set the phone from scratch.

These are the main solutions that you can try to fix your Google Pixel Bluetooth issues. Hope any of the given solutions will be helpful for you. Clearing cache is the most helpful part using which many users have been able to overcome the issue so far.

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