Google prepares a proactive measure to prevent your Pixel 6a from catching fire
Throttled charging speed and capacity, plus a replacement recommendation
A few months ago, Google massively nerfed the Pixel 4a's battery in a debacle that eventually led to a recall in Australia. In April, Pixel 7a users with swollen batteries got the option of a free battery replacement, $200 in cash, or $300 in Google Store credit. It's a credit to Google that it takes battery health and risk mitigation seriously so long after devices launch.
