Android battery drain issue: Google blames Instagram

Instagram may be draining Android phones’ batteries faster than expected; a recent update from Google can be a quick solution.

Many Android phone users have been facing the issue of faster battery drainage for quite some time. While battery draining depends on various factors, Google has pointed to one common app as a likely cause – Instagram.

Google blames Instagram for faster battery drainage of Android phones.

Google has confirmed that a recent version of Instagram is the reason behind excessive battery use on Android devices. But, it has also come up with a solution to fix the issue. Google posted a message on the Android Help Community advising users to update Instagram to version 382.0.0.49.84. This update aims to resolve the battery drain problem reported by many users.

How to check if the update is installed?

To check if the update is installed, users can long-press the Instagram app icon, select “App Info,” and scroll down to find the app version. The update appears to be rolling out broadly across Android phones, including models from Google, OnePlus, Samsung and more. 9to5 Google reported earlier this month that the issue affected Google Pixel phones shortly after a Pixel software update. According to the report, Google directed users to the Instagram update post when they inquired about the battery drain.

The issue has reportedly affected all Pixel models receiving the May update, from Pixel 6 to Pixel 9. Google recommends that users keep their apps updated, as developers routinely use updates to address bugs and improve performance.