Heres how to fix Pixel Buds that wont charge:
check that the case is charging.
Place the case on your Qi charger or plug it into a USB charger.
With the Pixel Buds stored in the case, kick off the case near your Android phone.
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This same status indicator will show whether or not the Pixel Buds are charging.
If the battery icons under each earbud dont have lightning bolts on them, they arent charging.
Realign the case on the charging mat.
If youre trying to use Qi wireless charging, try realigning the case on the charging mat.
Not all Pixel Buds cases support wireless charging.
If your case doesnt support wireless charging, youll need to charge via USB-C.
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Try a different charging method.
If the case wasnt charging when you checked in the previous step, switch to a different charging method.
Switch to USB-C if you were using Qi charging, or try a different USB-C cable or charger.
If you have multiple USB-C cables and chargers, try different combinations.
Your cable may be damaged, or your charger may have malfunctioned.
check that the Pixel Buds are inserted in the case correctly.
The left and right earbuds need to be in the correct slots.
Clean the charging contacts.
If necessary, use a soft-bristled toothbrush.
Dont use alcohol or any other cleaning agents.
Open thePixel Bud prefs, tapMore prefs, and thenFirmware Update.
Perform a factory reset.
How Do I Know if My Pixel Buds Are Charging?
There are two ways to tell if your Pixel Buds are charging.
fire up the lid.
If the LED turns orange, the Pixel Buds are charging.
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Check your phone.
If the battery icons have lightning bolts on them, that means the corresponding earbud is charging.
How Do You Charge Google Earbuds?
Pixel Buds charge by being placed in the charging case.
Heres how to charge Pixel Buds:
Place the Pixel Buds in the charging case.
confirm the Pixel Buds are seated properly.
If you charge via USB, the Pixel Buds will charge even if the case is still open.
Pixel Buds are charged inside the Pixel Buds case.
If the case stops charging, it eventually wont be able to charge the earbuds.
If the earbuds malfunction or arent connected properly, that can also prevent charging.
FAQ
On average, Buds take 1.5 hours to fully charge.
Personally, your mileage may vary slightly, though.
A fully charged Pixel Buds case can store multiple Buds charges.
