Pixel, Google and the 4a

Good news, bad news: Pixel 4a is getting an update, but it reduces battery life
The Pixel 4a, a well-regarded release in Google's line of budget-minded phones with nice cameras and decent stock software, was not supposed to get any more updates. This week, it will receive a rather uncommon one—one that intends to lower its reported battery life.
Google's Pixel 4a update will surprise users in more ways than one
As a token of gratitude, Google will provide free battery replacement for "Impacted Device" Pixel 4a units. However, this option is only available in selected countries, including the US, the UK, Canada, Germany, Singapore and India. This offer is also only applicable unless stocks last.
Google offers free battery replacement to some Pixel 4a owners affected by impending software update
Google is offering a free battery replacement for Pixel 4a owners. This surprising development was first reported by some users that received an email from the company advising them of this new option.
Google releasing new Pixel 4a update, some eligible for free battery replacement
Google has contacted Pixel 4a owners today about an upcoming software update that will “improve the stability of their battery’s performance."
Google’s January Pixel Update Looks Scheduled for Today With Several Fixes
We’re into the first full week of January and that means we start wondering if Google will send out a Pixel update or not. Since they ditched their first-Monday schedule a couple of years ago, the timing of each month’s Pixel update is sort of up in the air.
Still rocking a Pixel 4a? Google might have some money for you
Google's got a new update coming for the Pixel 4a that could have a negative impact on battery life. Luckily, Google's offering some generous compensation options.
Google on how many battery charge cycles to expect from Pixel phones
In a support article about “Understanding how your Pixel battery works,” Google shares how many charge cycles to expect from your
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Google Pixel 9a’s new design leaked in real-life photos
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The best Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro deals for January 2025
Both the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro were officially launched back in late October 2022 as the brand's flagship smartphones for that year. As with most cell phone deals, the best promotions ...