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 ...

Now, the Pixel 4a is being recalled in Australia, and we finally have more information on what went wrong. Unsurprisingly, the cause appears to be battery overheating risks.

So, if you get your Pixel 4a's battery replaced, you won't be eligible for a $100 Google Store coupon or a $50 payment from Google. Pixel 4a users have until January 8, 2026, to make your decision.

This week, one such update is rolling out to the Pixel 5 and 4a (5G). As usual, the bugfixing update is as minor as it gets, and it doesn’t even bump up the security patch that the two phones ...

In this case, Google is also offering owners with affected 4A devices their choice of compensation: They can opt for a free battery swap, a $50 payday, or a $100 credit toward a new Pixel phone ...

Affected Pixel 4a owners can still reach out to Google to see if they’re eligible for a free battery replacement. Ultimately, though, this update certainly marks the point where upgrades should ...

The Pixel 4a Battery Performance Program ends January 8, 2026. The Pixel 4a has a 3,140 mAh battery that officially “ lasts all day.” Updating… Add 9to5Google to your Google News feed.

The new builds for the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G are UP1A.231105.001.B2. Their previous builds were UP1A.231105.001, so you can see we upgraded with a “B2” on the end.