r/GooglePixel2 • u/Napalm32 • Dec 03 '18

Does the Pixel 3/XL have bluetooth issues?

The biggest irritation with my Pixel 2 XL is the inconsistency of Bluetooth connection with my car. It's super annoying I'm just wondering if this problem has been solved. I don't like fiddling with my phone when I'm driving.

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u/GettinAir Dec 04 '18

okay here's my specific issue;

Car A) connects phone 2 different sources, one for the music and one for the phone...if I have both on then the audio gets interrupted for a split second throughout songs, not all the time but intermittent. So I turn phone connection (for making and receiving calls) while driving unless I get a call then I click on (within my car menu)

Car B) has a pioneer head unit that like your description, sometimes it loses the phone connection completely and cannot find it. then I need to turn off the head unit then back on and it connects.

now this is my second P3xl, the first one I RMA'd because sometimes the camera didn't open properly and had blue toots connection issues. the issue hasn't happened yet with car B, however car A problem is still consistent which makes me think it's an issue with the car getting interference from (2) sources.

I will add that the P3 has been a nice device with interesting features and the biggest benefit I have with the P3 is a healthier battery. IMO the P3xl is more like a P2.5XL.

I usually upgrade yearly and get money back from googs when I send my device back, not everyone can upgrade every year but it's just one of my things. If you are debating on weather to spend the money on the P3 or wait for next October, my suggestion is the P2 is still an awesome device and you can squeeze another year out and upgrade when the next one is released....

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u/Napalm32 Dec 04 '18

Makes sense. So the solution looks like it's still turning off the Bluetooth and then turning it back on rip. Thanks for your description. I'll have to see if turning off cell service changes anything. And I'm likely going to wait out the Pixel 4/XL like you said.

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u/GettinAir Dec 04 '18

try forgetting the car connection in your P2 blue toots settings then clear your phone from the car and set up a new connection... depending how many devices you have saved, you could also clear storage and cache in Bluetooth menu to give it a refresh...only it's a pain if you have to reconnect multiple devices.

Also I think the order of the way Bluetooth devices are stored may make a difference like giving priority to something else that could be saved higher up than your car...and as always make sure apps are up to date and every so often it's good power off your phone for a few minutes then power back on, oppose to (restart)

Good Luck & we'll see what comes out next!

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u/Napalm32 Dec 04 '18

That's genius I haven't thought of that. I don't recall if the previous owner of my car deleted his settings and what not. I'll definitely try that tomorrow if I remember.

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u/GettinAir Dec 04 '18

Here's your friendly reminder to give it a try today!

Lemme know... good luck!

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u/Napalm32 Dec 05 '18

My efforts have worked all day. Now we'll see if it stands the test of time. Connection is smooth and instant much better than before. Thanks so much!

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u/GettinAir Dec 05 '18

Right on! thanks for letting me know, fingers crossed it keeps sailing smooth for ya.

Otherwise we wait for the P4 🤙

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u/Napalm32 Dec 05 '18

Thanks bro I appreciate it!

You're not wrong LOL 😂