Charge your phone with a Pixel Stand

Important: Pixel Stand doesn't work on Pixel 6a, Pixel Fold and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

For Pixel 3 or later: You can use your Pixel Stand to charge phones that are Qi-certified.

Charging power

Pixel Stand allows for wireless charging speeds up to:

Device	Google Pixel Stand 2	Google Pixel Stand 1
Pixel 8a	7.5 W	7.5 W
Pixel 8	18 W	10 W
Pixel 8 Pro	23 W	10 W
Pixel Fold	7.5 W	7.5 W
Pixel 7a	7.5 W	7.5 W
Pixel 7 Pro	23 W	10 W
Pixel 7	20 W	10 W
Pixel 6 Pro	23 W	10 W
Pixel 6	21 W	10 W
Pixel 3/3 XL, Pixel 4/4 XL or Pixel 5	10 W	10 W
Other Qi-compatible devices	15 W	5 W

Tips:

Pixel Stand 2 also wirelessly charges Pixel Buds and third-party Qi-compatible earbuds.
Charging speed depends on your phone's battery level, wireless charging capabilities and case.

Wireless charging for Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Important: The Pixel 9 Pro Fold doesn't support the Pixel Stand due to the position of the wireless charging coil but it supports many other wireless chargers. To align your phone correctly with a compatible wireless charger, check the charging indicator on your phone.

To better visualise the position of the charging coil, refer to the diagram below:

Charging coil position diagram

Unlock high-power charging

To unlock up to 23 W charging on your Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro, up to 20 W on your Pixel 7 and up to 21 W charging on your Pixel 6:

Make sure that your phone is on the latest software version. Fast wireless charging with up to 23 W is available with SQ1D.211205.016.A1 and SQ1D.220105.007 and will be available with later software versions.
Complete Pixel Stand app onboarding.

After you install the latest Pixel phone software updates and complete Pixel Stand app onboarding, you can charge wirelessly at up to 23 W and enjoy fan controls, Photo Frames, immersive media and other exclusive Pixel Stand experiences.

Requirements for Pixel Stand

Phones that work with Pixel Stand

Your Pixel Stand can charge any phone that works with Qi wireless charging, like the Pixel 4, Pixel 5, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro or Pixel 8a.

If you’re not sure if your phone uses Qi, check your phone’s tech specs or contact the manufacturer.

Cases that work with Pixel Stand

Your Pixel Stand can charge your phone through most phone cases that are up to 3 millimetres thick. These cases include:

Made by Google cases for Pixel
Most Made For Google cases
Google’s My Case for Pixel 3

Depending on what your phone's case is made of, your phone could charge slowly or not at all.

Your Pixel Stand can't charge phones through cases that have metal, batteries or attachments, like mounts or grips.

Set up your Pixel Stand

Important: Make sure that you have the 1.5-metre USB-C cable and power adaptor that came with your Pixel Stand.

On the bottom of your Pixel Stand, plug one end of the cable into the USB-C port.
Plug the other end of the cable into the power adaptor.
Plug the power adaptor into the wall.

Tip: When using a different power adaptor, you may experience charging rates as low as 5 W. High-power charging (up to 23 W on Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro) requires a 30 W USB PD power adaptor that supports a minimum of 14 V, like the adaptor that came with your Pixel Stand (2nd gen).

Charge your phone or earbuds

After you’ve set up your Pixel Stand 2, you can charge your phone or earbuds.

Important: On the Pixel Stand (2nd gen), the Pixel phone only charges when it stands up in Portrait mode.

To charge your phone, centre your phone on your Pixel Stand 2 with your phone screen facing outward.

To charge your earbuds:

Place your earbuds in your case.
Centre your case on your Pixel Stand 2.

To learn how to charge safely, read the safety manual for your Pixel Stand.

LED patterns on your Pixel Stand

When you use your Pixel Stand, you’ll find LED patterns that show the status of your device.

White light

When a device is placed in the Pixel Stand and it starts to charge, or when the device battery is at 100%, you'll see a white light that stays on for three to four seconds.

Solid amber light (Pixel Stand 1st gen only)

There’s an error in charging, like an obstruction or a misaligned device. To fix this issue:

Reposition your phone on the stand.
Remove any case from your phone. Then try again.
Remove any metallic stickers from your phone. Then try again.

White and amber alternating flashing light (Pixel Stand 2nd gen only)

There’s an error in charging, like an obstruction or a misaligned device. To fix this issue:

Reposition your phone on the stand.
Remove any case from your phone. Then try again.
Remove any metallic stickers from your phone. Then try again.

Slow blinking amber light

An amber light will blink around every two seconds. Your power adaptor isn’t compatible with the dock. The Pixel Stand (2nd gen) requires a power adaptor that’s rated 12 W or higher to charge your phone.

If you’re using the power adaptor that came with your Pixel Stand: Unplug it from the socket and plug it back in and try again.
If you’re using a different power adaptor: Try a different adaptor or the adaptor that came with your Pixel Stand.

If you find any other kind of LED pattern, contact Pixel phone support.

Set up your Pixel Stand and display your favourite photos

Important: Pixel Stand is not compatible with Pixel 6a, Pixel Fold and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Add your connected device by placing your device on the Pixel Stand.
Follow the prompt to 'Display your favourite photos'.
Tap Set up.
Verify your Google Account.
To add photos, albums or people to the slideshow, follow the on-screen instructions.

Change charging modes on Pixel Stand (2nd gen)

If you have already completed Pixel Stand app onboarding, you can choose from three charging modes:

Optimised (default): Balances charging speed with fan noise for the best out-of-box experience
Max: Charge at the highest possible speed, given device conditions, battery charge level and other factors.
Quiet: Make the fan run as quietly as possible.

To select a mode as the default for your Pixel Stand (2nd gen):

Open your phone's Settings app.
Tap Connected devices.
If you don't see 'Pixel Stand Gen 2' under 'Previously connected devices', tap See all.
Under 'Other devices', tap 'Pixel Stand Gen 2'.
On the 'Device Details' screen, Scroll down and tap 'Charging mode'.
Tap a charging mode.

To temporarily change modes:

Place your phone on the stand.
Tap the screen to bring up the Pixel Stand control screen.
Tap a charging mode near the bottom of the screen.

The next time that you use your Pixel Stand (2nd gen), the charging mode reverts to the default setting. When you activate the setting, the button changes to the phone's accent colour.

Change interruptions and brightness (Pixel 3 and later, excluding 6a and Fold)

Open your phone's Settings app.
Tap Connected devices.
If you don't see 'Pixel Stand' under 'Previously connected devices', tap See all.
Next to 'Pixel Stand', tap Settings .
Turn your settings on or off:
- Screen off when dark: Make your phone screen turn off in a dark room.
- Do Not Disturb while docked: Hide notifications or sounds while your phone is charging. Learn more about Do Not Disturb.
- Photo Frame: Show photos from Google Photos to display while your phone is on your Pixel Stand. Tap Photo Frame on Ambient display. To choose your photos, tap Select Google Photos albums.
- Sunrise alarm: Get your phone screen to slowly light up during the 15 minutes before your alarm. You can choose the range of time.
- Bedtime: If you set a bedtime schedule, you’ll get a notification at bedtime. To check your morning alarm and start your sleep sounds: On the notification, tap Going to sleep the current sound or Choose another sound.
- Learn more about how to control smart home devices using Google Nest and Home speakers and displays.

Fix problems with your Pixel Stand

Phone won’t charge wirelessly

After each step, check if your charger has started working.

Take off your case and any attachments, such as mounts or grips.
Check that your phone’s screen is facing out, with the back against the Pixel Stand.
Centre your phone on the Pixel Stand.
Try charging both with your phone upright and on its side.
Use the cable and power adaptor that came in the box with your Pixel Stand.
Make sure that the cable is plugged in to the power adaptor and the adaptor is plugged in to a working outlet.

Learn how to fix a phone that won't charge or turn on .

Orange light shows on the base

Your Pixel Stand is having trouble charging your phone. After each step below, check if your charger has started working.

Remove your phone from your Pixel Stand, then put it back on.
Make sure that your phone is centred on your Pixel Stand.
Try charging both with your phone upright and on its side.
Take off your phone case, then put your phone back on your Pixel Stand.

Phone or Pixel Stand feels warm or hot

If your phone or Pixel Stand feels warmer than normal while charging, there usually isn't cause for concern. It's normal for your phone or Pixel Stand to get warmer during charging.

If your phone is charging from a very low battery, your phone or Pixel Stand might feel especially warm.

Learn how to help keep your device from feeling too warm or hot .
To learn how to charge safely, read the safety manual for your Pixel Stand .

Pixel Stand is dirty

Remove your phone from your Pixel Stand.
Unplug your Pixel Stand from its cable.
Using isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes, gently wipe the surface.
Let dry before placing your phone back on your Pixel Stand.

Can’t find Pixel Stand settings with TalkBack turned on

When you charge your phone on your Pixel Stand, the top right corner of your phone’s screen shows the Pixel Stand settings icon. After 15 seconds, the Pixel Stand settings icon disappears.

To open Pixel Stand settings with TalkBack turned on:

With two fingers, tap your phone’s screen once.
To find Pixel Stand settings, with one finger, swipe or explore by touch, then double-tap anywhere on the screen.

Learn how to get started on Android with TalkBack.