Pixel Wireless Charging Bug Drains Some Pixel 10 Phones After November Update

A Pixel wireless charging bug is affecting some Pixel 10 owners after Google's November 2026 update, with the first reports surfacing on 12 November 2026. Affected phones show the charging indicator on a wireless pad, yet the battery level keeps falling. The update itself is free, and Google has not commented on the problem yet.

What the Pixel Wireless Charging Bug Does

According to Android Authority, the complaints started in two threads on Google's Pixel Support Community. One Pixel 10 Pro XL owner said the phone sat on a wireless charger showing it was charging while the percentage dropped. Another user got a "Connected but not charging" message on a charger that had worked fine before.

Android Police found a similar case on a Pixel 10 Pro, where the owner said a hard reboot and a reset of some settings changed nothing. Wired charging still works for the affected users, so the fault seems limited to wireless pads and stands.

Key Facts at a Glance

• Problem: charging icon appears on a wireless charger, but the battery drains
• Models named in reports: Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL
• First reported: 12 November 2026
• Wired charging: still working
• Google's response: none so far

Neither outlet could tie the fault to the update with certainty. The timing and the users' own accounts are the only link for now, and the number of people affected is unclear. Android Authority says the problem does not look widespread.

There is an awkward detail in the changelog. Google's November notes include a battery and charging fix for a charging icon that showed up when no charger was connected.

Not the Only November Update Problem

This is the second hardware complaint tied to the same release. Earlier this month we covered the Pixel camera bug on the Pixel 10 and Pixel 11, where viewfinders go black after the update.

There is a third issue too. According to Android Authority, some Pixel owners can no longer join work or school Wi-Fi networks that use WPA2-Enterprise sign-in, while home Wi-Fi is fine. A Pixel Community account replied on Reddit that Google had contacted some affected users, but it gave no cause or fix date.

What You Can Do Right Now

There is no reliable fix yet. One user said moving the phone on the pad or restarting it sometimes got charging going again, but a hard reboot did not help others. Until Google responds, the safest option is to charge with a USB-C cable and report the problem through the Pixel feedback app or Google support.

Our Opinion

A wireless charging fault sounds minor next to a dead camera, but it is the kind of bug that catches you out overnight. The reports are still few, so we would not panic or roll back. If you rely on a wireless pad at your bedside or in the car, keep a cable nearby for the next couple of weeks. Three separate complaints about one monthly update is not a good look for Google, and a quick follow-up build would go a long way. If your Pixel 10 has not installed the November update yet, waiting a few days costs you very little.

Has wireless charging stopped working on your Pixel after the November update? Tell us in the comment section below, and stay tuned to Phone Opinions for Google's response.

Source: Android Authority, Android Police, Android Headlines. This story was originally reported by Android Authority.

FAQ

Why is my Pixel not wireless charging after the November update?

Google has not explained it yet. Some Pixel 10 owners say their phones show a charging icon on wireless pads while the battery drops, starting after the November 2026 update.

Does wired charging still work on affected Pixel phones?

Yes. Users with the wireless charging problem say charging over a USB-C cable still works normally.

Has Google fixed the Pixel wireless charging bug?

Not yet. Android Authority and Android Police have both asked Google for comment, and no fix had been announced as of 14 November 2026.