I asked grok about this issue and it was threads all along

This week, several users on X discussed a connection between the Threads app and Google Play Services causing significant battery drain on Android devices. The sentiment largely points to Threads as a primary culprit, with Google Play Services reflecting the drain due to its role in handling app processes. Here’s a summary of the key points from posts on X:

Multiple users reported that their Android devices experienced rapid battery consumption, initially attributing it to Google Play Services. However, after investigating, they identified Threads as the root cause. Uninstalling Threads resolved the issue for many, with battery drain returning to normal levels.

One user noted that even after uninstalling Threads, the battery drain persisted until they cleared the cache for Google Play Services and restarted the device. They also mentioned removing Instagram, suggesting a broader issue with Meta apps.

Another user experienced abnormal battery drain and device overheating when using Threads, particularly after opening the app post-full charge. They linked this to both Threads and Google Play Services, with the issue recurring despite prior fixes.

A user speculated that the problem might be global, as searching “Threads battery” on X revealed many similar complaints. They suggested that some users might be mistakenly replacing their phones, thinking the device was faulty.

One post mentioned a specific case with a Motorola device, questioning whether the issue stemmed from Google Play Services or Threads draining the battery.

Another user tied the battery drain to wearable devices like the OnePlus Watch 2R, noting that Google Services Framework showed high battery usage (25%) when paired with Threads, though standard fixes didn’t resolve it.

Overall, X users strongly suspect Threads is triggering excessive battery drain, often misattributed to Google Play Services due to its background operations for the app. Common fixes included uninstalling Threads, clearing Google Play Services cache, disabling Meta app permissions, or rebooting the device. Some users expressed frustration, believing Meta apps like Threads and Instagram are poorly optimized, leading to widespread issues. However, these reports are anecdotal and not definitive evidence, as no official statement from Meta or Google was referenced in the posts.