Phone giant hands out FREE battery swaps or £340 cash for fault on popular model
- Google is providing free battery replacements for certain Pixel 7a devices showing visible swelling or rapid battery drain, as announced by the company.
- Affected users in the US and India may choose to mail their devices or visit an authorized repair center for assistance, according to Google's announcement.
- For out-of-warranty devices, Google offers options including $200 to $300 in cash or store credit for future purchases, as stated by the company.
- The program responds to complaints about battery swelling received since December, stating, "Google has determined that certain Pixel 7a phones may experience unexpected battery swelling," as explained by the company.
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Google launches battery replacement program for swollen Pixel 7a phones
Google has rolled out an exciting offer for its millions of fans, effectively easing the concerns of countless mobile users. The company is now providing free repairs and, in certain regions, compensation to address battery issues with the Pixel 7a. If you find that your Pixel 7a’s battery is visibly swelling or draining faster than normal, you might be eligible for a complimentary battery replacement. Recently, numerous users have reported prob…


Phone giant hands out FREE battery swaps or £340 cash for fault on popular model
GOOGLE is handing out free repairs or cash to a select number of Android phone owners experiencing “battery swelling”. Owners of the Pixel 7a have been warned that their device is at higher risk of a bizarre issue that causes the handset to bulge. GoogleNot all Pixel 7a device are impacted by battery swelling[/caption] Affected users may notice visible swelling of their device, noticeable gaps along the edges of the phone, or their battery drain…
Google announces extended repair program for Pixel 7a
Google has confirmed that certain models of the Pixel 7a are affected by a battery issue. A support page on the company's website mentions that battery swelling could happen on some devices. Users are advised to check for visible swelling of the device, particularly on the back cover. A swollen battery could push the cover and create gaps along the edges of the phone. Another symptom of a swollen battery is the battery draining significantly fas…
Pixel 7a Battery Swelling? Google Will Replace It For Free
Google is finally responding to customer complaints over bulging Pixel 7a batteries by enacting an Extended Repair Program for the device. Pending eligibility, Google will replace affected batteries for free in select countries, while offering monetary appeasement options in others (further details below). It's good to see the company doing
Google Launches Free Repair Program for Pixel 7a Battery Swelling Issues
After several Pixel 7a users reported swollen batteries on Reddit and Pixel forums, Google has announced an extended repair program for the device. The company’s latest program for the Pixel 7a promises free repairs for devices that suffer from “unexpected battery swelling” problems. Google will replace the batteries of the impacted Pixel 7a units for free In a page on its support website, Google has mentioned that it has determined that certain…
Google will replace Pixel 7a batteries with swelling issues
Google Pixel 7a devices with swollen batteries will be replaced for free. The company started a replacement program that allows users with problematic devices to get their phones fixed in seven regions. The symptoms of a problem that might qualify for free replacement include visible swelling, separation of the back cover, or abnormal battery behavior — considerably quicker discharge even with limited usage. The Pixel 7a devices are entitled to …
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