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TL;DR Some Pixel users on Reddit are reporting that location-based Rules aren’t triggering after the March update.
Complaints span multiple devices, suggesting it’s not limited to one Pixel model or series.
For most users, removing and re-adding the automations doesn’t solve the problem.
Google’s March Pixel update brought plenty of new features, but it hasn’t all gone off without a hitch. We’ve already seen incidents of lock-screen freezes following the update, and now online reports suggest a more subtle feature may have run into trouble for some users.
Do you use Rules on your Pixel phone? 332 votes Yes 19 % No 47 % I don't have a Pixel 34 %
According to posts on Reddit (1, 2), some Pixel owners say location-based Rules on their phones are no longer triggering as expected after installing the March update. These reports come from users across multiple devices, including recent flagships like the Pixel 10 Pro and older devices, suggesting it’s not limited to a single model or series.
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Pixel’s built-in Rules feature lets you automate certain actions based on location or Wi-Fi networks — like switching your phone to silent when you get to work or turning the ringer back on when you leave home. It’s easy to set up and can be very useful as part of your regular routine, until it stops working.
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