In this guide, we will explain how to reset a frozen Google Pixel or Pixel XL. Since its launch in October, Google’s new smartphones have been hugely popular, but not perfect. The premium metal and glass design is excellent but has some drawbacks.
Google’s first phone has a stunning camera, excellent battery life, the latest Android 7.1 Nougat and much more. But there is no removable battery. So users can’t remove it when the phone is frozen, unresponsive or acting funny.
We haven’t had a single issue requiring a restart with the Google Pixel or XL yet, but the situation may arise. Everyone uses their phone differently, and if your Pixel is slow, out of battery, or freezing, you’ll want to know how to do a hard reset. Read on for the quick tip and details.
Google’s new phones feature a powerful Snapdragon 821 processor, 4GB of RAM and a smooth Android version. They are among the fastest and best Android smartphones on the planet.
That said, the occasional problem can occur to owners, and something like a quick reboot or “hard reset” can come in handy. We’ve had similar methods for Samsung devices, iPhone, and even Nexus devices. However, now that Google’s own phone is on the shelves, owners will need to know all the details.
Verizon Wireless explains this step as a battery pull simulation to fix an unresponsive device. Basically all we do here is force restart the phone even if it is frozen and not working to fix any problem. This should not delete any information or cause any harm. This is just a forced reboot.
Instructions
So, for those of you having trouble with a frozen or unresponsive Google Pixel, here’s how to get it back to working condition.
The process is similar to many other devices, but actually only requires pressing one button instead of two. Here’s how to do it, according to both Verizon and Google.
(located on the right edge) for about 10 seconds or until the device turns off.
Push and hold power
All owners have to do is press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds and the Google Pixel will start rebooting. Even if it is completely frozen and not working at all. The phone shuts down, vibrates, reboots and works like new once it completes the process.
This quick step fixes almost any minor or even major issue that some users may experience with the Pixel or any phone for that matter. Most problems can be fixed by restarting the device. The difference here is that it is forced for an unresponsive phone.
If you’re experiencing other Google Pixel issues, check out our link to 10 issues and fixes at the top of the page. Otherwise, go to Verizon support pages For more information. While you’re here, take a look at some excellent Google Pixel cases in our recap below.
