Google Pixel 10 Users Are Reporting a Critical Bug with 911 Calls

The latest generation of Google‘s flagship phones, the Pixel 10 series, appears to be facing a serious bug: the inability to reliably make 911 emergency calls. This isn’t the first time the Pixel series has been linked to this type of problem. However, this new issue is proving to be just as dangerous as the previous ones.

A dangerous bug is reportedly affecting 911 calls on the Google Pixel 10

According to users, when they make a 911 call from a Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel Pro XL, or Pixel 10 Pro XL, it connects. However, the audio is completely garbled. Instead of a clear voice, the call is filled with what’s been described as “shrill electronic screeches” and strange noises. This critical failure means that while the call is technically connected, the user is unable to communicate with emergency services. This renders the call useless in a crisis.

This issue is particularly concerning because of the Pixel’s history. Previous models have faced similar, if technically different, 911 bugs that prevented calls from going through at all. While those problems were eventually addressed, this new glitch suggests a recurring weakness in the phone’s most essential function. For a device that’s supposed to be a lifeline in an emergency, this is a catastrophic flaw.

How to test your phone’s 911 functionality

Given the severity of this issue, it’s a good idea to confirm that your phone can successfully make an emergency call. Do not call 911 directly for a test. Instead, you must schedule a test call with your local emergency call center.

Here is a quick guide on how to do it:

1. Find the non-emergency phone number for your local 911 call center. You can usually find this by visiting the website of your state’s 911 administrator or by searching for your local Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP).
2. Call the non-emergency number and ask to schedule a test call. They will give you a specific date and time for the test.
3. At the agreed-upon time, make the test call to 911. This will allow you to confirm that the connection and audio are working correctly without tying up emergency lines.