2 weeks Ago By [email protected] (Ayushi Jain)
Google has officially acknowledged a battery swelling issue affecting some Pixel 7a units. To address this, Google has announced an extended repair program offering free battery replacements or other forms of compensation. Eligibility depends on where you live and whether your device is still under warranty.
If you own a Pixel 7a and have noticed your phone looking a little puffier than usual, you’re not alone. Google has officially acknowledged a battery swelling issue affecting some Pixel 7a units. In a recently published support page, the tech giant said that certain devices may show signs of battery bulging, faster battery drain, or charging problems.
To address this, Google has announced an extended repair program offering free battery replacements or other forms of compensation. However, eligibility depends on where you live and whether your device is still under warranty. Also read: OpenAI would buy Chrome if Google is forced to sell, says ChatGPT chief at antitrust trials What’s the issue? According to Google, the problem involves the battery swelling.
This may cause: A swollen or thicker-looking phone The back cover bulging or coming loose Rapid battery drain or charging failures These problems can affect how the device works and may even pose a safety risk. Free battery replacement If your device qualifies, you can receive a one-time free battery replacement. But there are some conditions—phones damaged by water, sharp objects, or drops might not be eligible.
If your screen or back glass is cracked, Google might charge a fee to repair those parts separately. Battery replacements are currently available at walk-in repair centres in countries like the US, India, Canada, the UK, Germany, Japan, and Singapore. Mail-in repair options are also available in the US and India.
Also read: Google paid Samsung big to preinstall Gemini AI, authorities push for tough penalties Cash and discount options In countries where repair services aren’t offered, Google is offering compensation instead: Out-of-warranty users: $200 cash or $300 off a new Pixel phone Under-warranty users: $456 cash These options are not available in the US and India, where both mail-in and walk-in repairs exist. Also, once you choose an option, you can’t change it later. “Battery replacement doesn’t extend the standard warranty coverage of your Pixel 7a.
Your warranty will expire on the date it was originally set to expire, regardless of the battery replacement,” Google noted. Tech news writer by day, BGMI player by night. Combining my passion for tech and gaming to bring you the latest in both worlds.
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