This Handy Google Pixel Feature Can Help Solve Annoying Android Bluetooth Problems
Google has introduced a Bluetooth Diagnostics tool for Pixel 6 and newer devices to help users troubleshoot connectivity issues. The feature allows users to test specific functions like media audio and calls to identify the root cause of connection failures.
Why it matters
This tool simplifies technical troubleshooting for common consumer hardware issues, potentially reducing the need for factory resets.
Try this before you go factory resetting anything.
Hispanolistic/Getty Images Bluetooth problems have a bad habit of telling you pretty much nothing. Your earbuds can display as connected but refuse to play any music, a car can play music just fine but not accept calls, or a wearable can keep dropping out for no reason.
Google has given Pixel owners at least some direction on where to start troubleshooting. Bluetooth Diagnostics can help test a problematic accessory before you begin forgetting devices, rebooting everything in sight and pairing it all again because, well, Bluetooth.
Now, before the Android community comes together to rejoice, here's the catch. It is a Pixel feature, and Google currently lists Bluetooth Diagnostics for Pixel 6 and newer, including Fold models.
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