BenchReady — Wireless charging: Pixel 7 pad and case check Standard Pixel 7 (2022), stock Android · 2.0.0 Compare the Pixel 7 wireless path using its supported charger class and a steady unobstructed position. MODEL FIT Open Settings → About phone and confirm Pixel 7. Check Android version and security update locally. Pixel 7a and Pixel 7 Pro are separate models. Android 14 December 2023 update or later for Repair Mode. Other checks: stock Android with the named settings available. Excluded: Pixel 7a; Pixel 7 Pro; Pixel 6; custom Android ROM PREPARATION [ ] Dry intact Pixel 7 at normal temperature [ ] Qi 1.x charger or Pixel Stand confirmed compatible with Pixel 7 [ ] Existing compatible wireless charger and its suitable adapter [ ] Existing wired USB-C setup for a separate comparison [ ] Keep any existing backup accessible to you. [ ] Keep credentials and personal files outside this record. GUIDE 1. Confirm the charger for Pixel 7 using the Pixel 9a-and-earlier section of Google’s charging page: a compatible Qi 1.x charger or Pixel Stand. Do not apply later-model Qi2 instructions by appearance. Sources: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7106961?hl=en; Wireless charging on Pixel 9a and earlier 2. Use the charger’s appropriate adapter and a working outlet. Put it on a stable surface away from interfering metal or magnets. Sources: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7106961?hl=en; Set up wireless charger 3. If charging is slow or unsteady, safely remove thick or metallic cases and ring holders. Position the phone as the charger maker directs. Sources: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7106961?hl=en; Best wireless charging experience: cases 4. Observe with the phone resting still and unused. Record the charging indication; keep a warm-device pause separate from a cool-pad failure. Sources: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7106961?hl=en; Do not move phone; Keep it cool 5. Compare a dry direct USB-C connection separately if available. A wired success narrows the power-path evidence without proving which wireless component failed. Sources: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7167687?hl=en; Confirm charger/cable; charging indication EVIDENCE TO RECORD Charger compatibility: Not recorded Case condition: Not recorded Position during observation: Not recorded Charging-path pattern: Not recorded Supported wireless pad — Correct supply; recommended placement; normal temperature: Not checked Same pad with case removed — Only a safely removable case; hold position fixed: Not checked Same pad while resting still — No active use or deliberate movement: Not checked Separate USB-C setup — Dry direct cable; compatible charger and outlet: Not checked STOP CONDITIONS Stop using and charging equipment with swelling, casing separation, smoke, a burning smell or suspected battery damage. Do not open or press on it. Set damaged accessories aside. Do not open mains adapters or force connectors. Do not erase, reset, flash firmware or bypass a lock as a default diagnostic step. OUTCOMES Comparison recorded: Save the supported pad, case and position conditions that produced charging. Recurrent interruptions belong in the same record. - Pixel 7 pad compatibility and power supply confirmation - Case-on/case-off and resting-position results - Separate wired result and any temperature restriction Complete the missing preparation: Confirm Pixel 7 compatibility and clear placement before interpreting the response. - Use the Pixel 7-compatible charger instructions and an appropriate supply. - Pixel 7 pad compatibility and power supply confirmation - Case-on/case-off and resting-position results - Separate wired result and any temperature restriction Discuss the recorded result with support: Give Google and the charger maker the wireless/wired distinction, pad compatibility and case comparison. - Pixel 7 pad compatibility and power supply confirmation - Case-on/case-off and resting-position results - Separate wired result and any temperature restriction Keep the unknowns in your handoff: Pad compatibility or a safe comparison is missing, so wireless charging is not yet evaluated. - Identify the missing pad compatibility, supply or wired comparison. - Pixel 7 pad compatibility and power supply confirmation - Case-on/case-off and resting-position results - Separate wired result and any temperature restriction Stop powered checks: Stop using or charging damaged equipment. Do not open or press on the phone or handle hot or smoking equipment. Contact Google or an authorized provider; use local emergency help for immediate fire danger. - Report where heat or damage appeared and stop charging on the affected setup. - Pixel 7 pad compatibility and power supply confirmation - Case-on/case-off and resting-position results - Separate wired result and any temperature restriction SOURCES Charge your Pixel phone: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7106961?hl=en (Wireless charging on Pixel 9a and earlier; Charging tips; checked 2026-10-13) Pixel will not charge or turn on: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7167687?hl=en (Charger/cable/outlet; Charge for 10 minutes; Troubleshoot screen; checked 2026-10-13) Pixel 7 safety and regulatory guide: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/12164747?hl=en (Safety warnings; Repair and service; Charging; checked 2026-10-13) Use Pixel Repair Mode: https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/14266732?hl=en (Learn how it works; Access; Exit; checked 2026-10-13) How to wirelessly charge your iPhone: https://support.apple.com/en-us/108377 (Charge wirelessly; Learn more; checked 2026-10-13) This is a blank guide. Use the website to save observations and export an importable record. No physical repair has been verified.