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I've had my Pixel 8A for about nine months now and lately have had an increasing number of issues charging it. Sometimes I'll plug in a cable, it will work for a few minutes, and then shhow a notification that there's a "problem with charging accessory" and stop charging. Sometimes that happens within seconds, sometimes it takes a while. Happens on any cable and with any USB port, whether charging brick or computer or battery pack. Beginning to think the charging port on the phone is the problem. 

I don't keep it in my pocket often and I've looked in there with a flashlight and magnifying glass, doesn't appear to be lint or dirt in there that would physically disturb the connection. The pins aren't bent either. So I'm a bit confused, is it just getting loose? 

Is it safe to power off the phone and fill the charging port with isopropyl? The phone is IP67 rated so i'm sure it would be fine, I just don't want to damage the charging port more. Compressed air maybe? 

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6 minutes ago, danalog said:

Is it safe to power off the phone and fill the charging port with isopropyl?

No promises, but I give mine an isopropyl bath (soaked microfiber towel hitting every external crevice) when I buy them 2nd hand and once every year or so just for the sake of maintenance. That includes the ports. Never had any issues. You could also buy this electronic cleaner chemical that would likely make no real difference, but potentially give you peace of mind that it was designed for your application. Not to mention the spray pressure can help push out any potential dirt/lint too.

 

I guess I should add, this has been effective for iphone 4, samsung galaxy 9, iphone 6, pixel 5

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1 hour ago, danalog said:

Is it safe to power off the phone and fill the charging port with isopropyl?

Before you do anything drastic like that, you might try cleaning out the port anyways. Many times when I look in the USB ports I don't see much buildup either. Usually actually use sewing needles, very carefully, as most are metal, and can short things. They just happen to be the smallest thing I have handy.  Don't stab anything. Just gently try and see if there is lint build up in there, you might be surprised. Once I'm sure there is no lint in there then I actually usually will take some cotton off a q-tip, wrap it around the same needle (sort of make a mini q-tip), soak that in alcohol, and use that to clean the contacts. 

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4 hours ago, danalog said:

I've had my Pixel 8A for about nine months now and lately have had an increasing number of issues charging it. Sometimes I'll plug in a cable, it will work for a few minutes, and then shhow a notification that there's a "problem with charging accessory" and stop charging. Sometimes that happens within seconds, sometimes it takes a while. Happens on any cable and with any USB port, whether charging brick or computer or battery pack. Beginning to think the charging port on the phone is the problem. 

I don't keep it in my pocket often and I've looked in there with a flashlight and magnifying glass, doesn't appear to be lint or dirt in there that would physically disturb the connection. The pins aren't bent either. So I'm a bit confused, is it just getting loose? 

Is it safe to power off the phone and fill the charging port with isopropyl? The phone is IP67 rated so i'm sure it would be fine, I just don't want to damage the charging port more. Compressed air maybe? 

A few things worth trying:
Power off the phone first before doing anything.
Compressed air is the safest first step, short bursts, keep the can upright to avoid moisture.
If that doesn’t help, a very light clean with 90–99% isopropyl on a lint-free swab not pouring it in. The port is rated IP67, but still treat it gently.
Check if the issue happens more when you wiggle the cable, if so, the port solder joints might be loosening, which is a warranty/repair case.
If cleaning doesn’t stabilize it, I’d lean toward contacting Google support while it’s still under warranty. Ports are one of the most common failure points

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between all phones, only had issues with pixel too, could just be unlucky.

as having "lose contacts or dirt" or if its new usb cable that made things worse (gathering crap in the connector).

so for me, have to push the cable all the way in, to make it able to charge and would think that maybe your port is messed up, not sure what you mean by trying multiple ports. also it should be able to slowly charge? if there is some issues, but this seems like a deeper issue?

 

just some links:

to maybe soft block some stuff?

https://support.google.com/pixelphone/thread/257430451/issues-with-charging-accessory?hl=en

ifixit on cables power delivery

https://support.google.com/pixelphone/community-guide/241976355/selecting-a-charger-for-your-pixel-phone?hl=en

tests

https://www.ifixit.com/Troubleshooting/Google_Phone/Google+Pixel+Not+Charging/479360

"try charging your Pixel on a wireless charger. If it does charge, then the cable is likely at fault. Make sure to remove your case, if you have one. Wireless charging is slow and thermally inefficient, so give it time if your battery's completely drained. Skip this if you suspect your battery's swollen."

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