How To Improve Home Network Speed On Pixel And Pixel XL

For those that own a Google Pixel or Pixel XL, you may want to know how to improve home network speed on Pixel and Pixel XL. This issue is happening to some when using apps like Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, WhatsApp, Twitter and YouTube.

There could be several different reasons that the Pixel and Pixel XL Internet connection is slow and pages not loading. Before we explain the different ways to improve home network speed on Google Pixel and Pixel XL, below are some reasons why this problem is occurring on your smartphone.

Common reasons why Pixel and Pixel XL Internet is being slow:

Poor signal or low signal strength.
Poor Wi-Fi network.
Website is under heavy load or too many users accessing the website.
Network congestion or too many users of the network.
Apps running in the background.
Device memory is low.
Internet cache is corrupted or full.
Update the Pixel and Pixel XL firmware.
Outdated browser software or browser software requires update.
Exceeded data speed limit or speed reduction is reached.

Any of the reason above can cause for a slow Internet connection on the Pixel and Pixel XL. After you have checked to see what is cause of the problem is behind the weak data connection, and you still can’t figure out how to fix the bad Internet problem, follow the instructions below on how to improve home network speed on Google Pixel and Pixel XL.

Clear caches on Pixel and Pixel XL

In most cases, the above method will help solve the slow Internet problem on the Google Pixel and Pixel XL. But if for some reason the Pixel and Pixel XL Internet is still slow, completing a“wipe cache partition” should fix this problem. This method deletes no data from the Google Pixel and Pixel XL. All data such as photos, videos and messages are not deleted and will be safe. You can perform the “Wipe Cache Partition“ function in the Android recovery mode. Read this guide to learn how to clear Pixel and Pixel XL phone cache.

Make sure WiFi is turned off on Pixel and Pixel XL

It’s very common that your Pixel and Pixel XL is still connected to a weak WiFi signal, and you should you check to make sure the WiFi disabled or turned OFF. The following will take you to the Wi-Fi settings of the Pixel and Pixel XL:

Turn on the Google Pixel and Pixel XL.
Select on Menu.
Select Settings.
Select Connections.
Select Wi-Fi.
Touch the ON/OFF slider next to Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi OFF.

Scan Pixel and Pixel XL For Malware

If none of the above methods help solve the slow Internet connection on the Google Pixel and Pixel XL, check to see if there is malware on the phone. You can download a free anti-virus app from the Google Play Store. It’s recommended to download a malware app that has good reviews and feedbacks to get the best results to help fix the weak Internet problem on your Pixel and Pixel XL.

If something was detected during the malware scan, try clearing the cache and data on your Pixel and Pixel XL. If the problem continues after that, perform a factory reset on the Pixel and Pixel XL to bring back everything to default. It’s important to note that before you go to factory reset a Pixel and Pixel XL, you should back up all files and information to prevent any data from being lost.

Get Technical Support

For those that have done everything they can to fix the slow Internet connection on the Pixel and Pixel XL, it’s suggested to take the smartphone back to the store or to a shop where it can be physically checked for any damaged. If proven defective by a technician, a replacement unit may be provided for you of it could be repaired.