Google Pixel 3 XL Troubleshooting

Google Pixel 3 XL

What issues are you experiencing?

Power

Internet & Network

Camera

Operating System

Calls & Texts

  • Text messages not sent or received
  • Unfortunately, Messages has stopped
  • Phones calls keep dropping
  • Callers can't hear users

Audio

  • No sound and other audio issues
  • Loudspeaker doesn't have any sound
  • Bluetooth headset has no sound
  • Notifications don't play

Applications

Screen

  • Pixel 3 XL Screen keeps on flickering
  • Screen is black but phone is powered on
  • How to repair broken screen
  • Display shows some dead pixels

Storage

  • Unable to read mounted SD card
  • Some apps in SD card not working
  • How to free up some storage space
  • Server storage full, unable to write on SD card

Recent Guides

How to fix Google Pixel 3 XL random restart issue due to bad battery

By Harvey Hisona | December 14, 2018

Given that Pixel 3 and 3 XL devices are the latest flagship phones from Google, it’s a bit early for some users to experience random reboot issues. One of the main causes of this type of problem is a bad battery that is often the result of usage over a long time. In other words, […] More

How to remove or hide the notch on Google Pixel 3 XL

By Harvey Hisona | December 13, 2018

Opinions from a lot of users vary as regards the notch on the Google Pixel 3 XL. The notch we are talking about here is the black box on top of the screen that houses the front camera and other sensors. Some sees the notch as a good break from traditional Android devices design while others […] More

How to fix Google Pixel 3 XL not fast charging issue (fast charge not working)

By Harvey Hisona | December 11, 2018

Many Google Pixel 3 XL users have reported that sometimes, their device stops fast charging for no apparent reason. In this troubleshooting episode, we include one case in point and the troubleshooting steps to solve the issue. If you have a similar problem on your Pixel 3 XL, learn how to deal with it by […] More

How to fix a Google Pixel 3 XL that won’t turn on (No Power)

By Harvey Hisona | December 10, 2018

One of the most common problems many Android users encounter is No Power issue. In this troubleshooting article, we provide the steps on how to fix your Google Pixel 3 XL that won’t turn on. Before we proceed, be reminded that we provide answers to Android problems. If you are looking for solutions to your […] More

How to fix Google Pixel 3 XL No Signal issue

By Harvey Hisona | December 10, 2018

No Signal issue is one of the perennial issues that a lot of Android users encounter. The problem does not have a single common factor so logical troubleshooting is needed to narrow down the causes. In this troubleshooting episode, we help Google Pixel 3 XL owners deal with this problem. Before we proceed, be reminded […] More

Google Pixel 3 XL camera app crashes when used

By Harvey Hisona | December 9, 2018

Hello Android fans! We recently received a report about some Google Pixel 3 XL devices with camera app troubles. We don’t think the problem is hardware-related so there’s high likelihood that the problem is fixable on a user level. Below is one example of such a problem and the possible solutions that you can try […] More

Specifications

Memory

  • 4 GB RAM
  • 64/128 GB ROM
  • no microSD card slot

OS & CPU

  • Android 9.0 (Pie)
  • Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
  • Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
  • Adreno 630

Audio

  • comes with a loudspeaker (stereo)
  • Type-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter
  • Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

Battery Life

  • Non-removable Li-Ion 3430 mAh battery
  • Up to 26 hours talk time (approx.)
  • Up to 74 hours music play (approx.)

Display

  • P-OLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
  • 6.3 inches, 100.3 cm2 (~82.8% screen-to-body ratio)
  • 1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~523 ppi density)
  • Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
  • 100% DCI-P3 coverage
  • HDR

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
  • Bluetooth v5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
  • comes with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
  • USB 3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector (PowerDelivery 2.0)

Camera

Build

  • Dimensions: 158 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
  • Weight: 184 g (6.49 oz)
  • Front/back glass (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
  • Nano-SIM card & eSIM
  • IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)