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What to Do If Google’s Pixel 4a Software Update Destroyed Its Battery Life
A recent Pixel 4a software update meant to stabilize battery performance has left some people with depleted batteries. Google has offered free battery replacements or a one-time payment for those impacted by this issue.
Google doesn't want you to downgrade your Pixel 4a from its 'update of death'
Pixel 4a's surprise battery update is causing severe battery drain. Now, Google has removed older firmware, so you can't downgrade.
Google Pixel 4a update to “improve stability” of the battery cuts battery life in half for some users
The Google Pixel 4a is a mid-range smartphone that was released in 2020 at a time when Google was only promising to deliver software and security updates for three years. But earlier this month Google rolled out an unscheduled update that the company says was required “to improve the stability” of battery performance on some models.
Google's mandatory update to improve Pixel 4a battery performance is going very, very wrong for some users
The Pixel 4a battery performance program, announced by Google earlier this month, is now in full swing. Google identified that certain Pixel 4a variants required a
Want to ditch the Pixel 4a's terrible update? You're out of luck!
The year just started, and Google is already tangled up in a bit of a controversy. Just a couple of days ago, the company sent out an update that killed the Pixel 4a’s experience, leaving users furious. Well, if you received the terrible Pixel 4a update, you’re stuck with it.
Google removes old Pixel 4a updates after battery patch
Google has removed all previous Pixel 4a updates. At the start of 2025, Google announced a Pixel 4a Battery Performance
Pixel 4a battery mystery solved: Investigation reveals ‘real hack job’ behind update of death
A developer has investigated the update of death that led to the drastic battery downgrade of the Pixel 4a. Here's what he uncovered.
Google Pixel 4a's old firmware is gone, trapping users on the buggy battery update
Google recently rolled out a battery update for the Pixel 4a, and it’s been a bit of a disaster. A bunch of users are reporting crazy battery drain since installing it. To add i
Google’s Pixel 4a Battery Update Is Not Going Well
G oogle's Pixel 4a was a great phone back when it came out, and it got significantly more praise than its bigger siblings, the Pixel 4 and the Pixel 4 XL. The phone was updated to
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From the flagship Google Pixel 9 series to previous-gen models, Google Pixel phones offer high-end features including security, camera quality and performance. Here's how to score one for less.
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Google removes Pixel 4a downgrade options after battery patch
Earlier this month, Google surprised Pixel 4a owners with an update that reduced the phone’s battery life. Now, the company has pulled older versions of the Pixel 4a software, preventing ...
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Pixel 4a's surprise battery update is turning into its 'update of death'
Google’s recent surprise Pixel 4a update has caused significant battery life issues for many users. Affected users are eligible for a free battery replacement. However, free battery replacement ...
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Pixel 4a users are furious following the surprise update
The Google Pixel 4a is a fantastic device for those who want the most optimized Android experience but in a more manageable body. Many users have been happy with their devices, but those ...