Google began to review the Pixel 4A smartphone, which was released in 2020 after the latest software update led to unexpected and dangerous results. It is highly recommended for Pixel 4A owners to avoid uploading the latest update and communicating with the service center. About it reports Gizmochina broadcast.
The problem appeared after the January 2025 January update called the “Program to improve the performance of the Pixel 4A battery.” This update, which was initially designed to increase the stability of the battery in an older model, has unexpectedly caused an opposite effect. Many users complained about a sharp reduction in the battery life of their devices.
Some users have completely discharged the battery in just a few minutes. Google recognized the problem and released a warning on the official support page, which could lead to “decrease in battery life and decrease in charging performance”. According to reports, the maximum battery voltage has been reduced from 4.45 V to 3.95 V, which corresponds to a decrease in battery capacity.
The Australian Commission on the Competition and Protection of Consumer Rights (ACC) issued a warning that emphasizes the problem of battery overheating and invites users to control their devices for signs of overheating. ACC, emphasized the information about the investigation by saying that the overheating of batteries can create a risk of fire.
Google currently offers a free backup for the Pixel 4A battery, which is currently facing a significant decrease in battery performance. The company has not yet provided details about the scales and the procedure of changing batteries.
Previously popular Google gadget Stopped Work for many people because of a strange mistake.
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