Over the past few weeks, a growing number of Google Pixel users have reported a troubling issue: incoming calls do not trigger any sound or vibration, leaving callers to go straight to voicemail and owners to discover missed calls only later. The problem has been widely documented on Reddit, Google's Issue Tracker, and tech blogs.
The bug affects Android 17 and earlier versions
While many reports come from devices running Android 17, some users on older versions have also experienced the issue. Even the latest Android 17 QPR1 beta is not immune. This points to a possible flaw in the Google Phone app rather than the operating system itself. Affected models range from the Pixel 8 to the Pixel 10, with no clear hardware pattern.
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Tweaking Phone app settings may provide a workaround
Some users have found that toggling notification settings for the Phone app or adjusting incoming call settings temporarily resolves the issue. A more thorough fix involves resetting network settings via Settings > System > Reset > Reset Mobile Network Settings, followed by a device reboot. However, this removes saved Wi-Fi networks and paired Bluetooth devices. Google has not yet issued an official statement, but engineers are reportedly investigating.
An app update or system patch may be on the way
Given the software nature of the bug, an update to the Google Phone app or a minor system patch is expected soon. Pixel owners are encouraged to report the problem through the Feedback app. For more on the Android 17 beta, see our article on Google releases Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 for Pixel.
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Missing calls is a critical flaw for any smartphone. Sources close to Google indicate a fix could arrive within weeks. In the meantime, users can try the temporary solutions described. For more on Google Pixel devices, visit the Wikipedia page on Google Pixel.
