Google Pixel Alarms Currently Experiencing Unexpected Failures
Smartphones have taken over the role of dedicated alarm clocks, with Google Pixel devices being no exception (it's just a fact of life we can't escape). However, when it comes to alarms, reliability is non-negotiable. You don't want your morning wake-up call to fail, as you could miss that important meeting or appointment. And that's exactly what's happening to some Pixel users, as reported on the r/GooglePixel subreddit.
Pixel Alarms on the Fritz
One user shared their experience of waking up late because their Pixel 9 alarm didn't go off. This wasn't a one-off issue; this user's prescheduled Monday-through-Friday alarm, which had been working flawlessly for years, decided to take a hiatus. Scrolling through the Reddit thread, you'll find multiple users experiencing similar issues, some even receiving notifications that their alarms failed to sound.
However, not every affected user was fortunate enough to receive a notification. One user claimed their five morning alarms didn't go off at all, with no word from Android about a failure. another user reported an odd occurrence: their Pixel said there was an alarm for a time in the past, as if the phone was stuck in a time warp.
It's unclear if this issue is affecting only Pixel devices or if it's related to the Google Clock app on Android 15. However, one commenter believes it's the latter, as they experienced the issue on their OnePlus device. This raises questions about the cause of the issue, and while Android Authority hasn't been able to replicate it, there are enough reports to warrant concern.
Beyond Pixel: Alarm Woes Across Platforms
Alarm issues aren't unique to Google Pixel devices. Last year, Google acknowledged a bug that was deleting saved alarms on Android, causing similar problems. Apple also reported issues with iPhone alarms last year, and some users claim the problems still persist. It seems alarm complications are a universal issue for smartphone users.
The Root of the Problem and Potential Fixes
At this point, it's unclear what's causing the Pixel alarm issues. Google hasn't made any public statements about the matter, but the Reddit poster did mention that Google Support reached out to them. If it is a bug, hopefully it'll be addressed quickly.
In the meantime, it may be a good idea to switch to a third-party alarm clock app until the issue is resolved. Alternatively, you could rely on a different device for your morning alarms, such as a smart speaker or traditional alarm clock. It's a hassle, given that setting alarms is a basic feature you expect from a smartphone.
[3]: https://www. Androidpolice.com/2025/03/09/google-pixel-9-alarm-issues-alarm-clock-app/
- Tech complications have been reported in Google Pixel 9 devices, causing alarms to not work as intended, leading to missed appointments or meetings for some users.
- The issue is not exclusive to Google Pixel devices, as similar issues have been reported with other smartphones, such as those running the Google Clock app on Android 15, OnePlus devices, and iPhones.
- Users experiencing this problem, such as those on the r/GooglePixel subreddit, might need to consider switching to a third-party alarm clock app or using a different device like a smart speaker or traditional alarm clock, until the issue is resolved by Google.
