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Google has stopped selling the refurbished Pixel 6a due to multiple reports of battery fires and overheating incidents, even after a recent software update aimed at reducing these risks, indicating ongoing safety concerns.
A Pixel 6A caught fire after a recent software update aimed at preventing overheating, with reports indicating the device melted and caused damage while charging, raising safety concerns and prompting warnings from authorities.
A fifth Pixel 6a has caught fire despite installing Google's recent update aimed at reducing battery overheating, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the fix and potential safety risks, especially after Australian authorities issued a warning about the device's battery issues.
Some Pixel 6a units are at risk of catching fire due to a battery issue linked to a recent Google update that affects battery performance after 400 charging cycles. Google offers free battery replacements and other compensation options for impacted users, who should check their IMEI to determine if their device is affected. The situation highlights safety concerns with certain Pixel 6a models, especially after reports of overheating and a previous battery explosion.
Google rolled out a battery management update for Pixel 6a devices, which has led to reduced battery life and charging issues for some users, especially those with batteries over 400 charge cycles. Google is offering battery replacements and credits to affected users, and the impact appears less severe than previous device updates, indicating better handling of the situation.
Google has released the July 2025 software update for supported Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6a, which introduces security patches, performance improvements, and initiates the Pixel 6a's Battery Performance Program, potentially affecting battery life for impacted devices after 400 charge cycles. Notably, the update excludes the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro and contains no Android security patches this month.
Google will offer Pixel 6a owners affected by a battery reduction up to $150 in store credit or cash, or a free battery replacement, following a mandatory update to address battery issues that may impact device longevity.
The July 2025 Pixel update, expected to start rolling out around July 8, will include improvements for smoother Android Auto experiences and enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity. This is the first patch for Android 16, with another anticipated in August, and no Pixel Watch update is expected this month.
Google will release a mandatory Android 16 update on July 8 for Pixel 6A devices to address battery overheating issues, particularly for impacted phones that may catch fire. The update will reduce battery capacity after 400 charging cycles and notify users at 375 cycles, with affected users eligible for free battery replacements. The update may also cause reduced charging performance and changes to battery indicators.
Google is removing all factory images for the Pixel 6a and will push a mandatory update next week to address battery issues, which will take effect after about two years of use, with options for battery replacement or compensation for affected users.
Google will roll out a mandatory Android 16 update for Pixel 6a devices starting July 8, which for some impacted devices will significantly reduce battery life and charging performance after reaching 400 charge cycles. Google offers free battery replacements and discounts for affected users.
Google is rolling out a mandatory software update for the Pixel 6a starting July 8 to address battery overheating issues, with a focus on impacted devices that may experience reduced battery life after 400 charge cycles. The update aims to prevent potential battery failures and fires, and Google is offering battery replacements or compensation for affected users.
Google is rolling out a mandatory software update for the Pixel 6a to address frequent overheating and battery explosion incidents, which may reduce charging performance and battery capacity, prompting users to consider upgrading due to safety concerns.
Google is reducing the battery capacity and charging speed of some Pixel 6a phones via a software update to prevent overheating and potential fires, following reports of battery-related incidents. The update will be mandatory for affected devices after 400 charge cycles, with affected users contacted next month. This issue adds to previous battery problems in other Pixel models this year.
Google will release a mandatory software update for Pixel 6a devices to reduce battery capacity and charging performance after 400 charge cycles, aiming to prevent potential overheating and fire risks, with affected users to be contacted in July.