Google Pixel 4a gets an unexpected update

Google Pixel 4a's surprise update could kill your battery life
The old Google Pixel 4a is already receiving an update designed to optimize its battery, but that could kill some cells.
Google’s new Pixel 4A update is going to lower battery life for some owners
Pixel 4a devices will receive an automatic software update to Android 13. After the software update is downloaded, your device will restart automatically to
Still rocking a Pixel 4a? Google might have some money for you
Google's got a new update coming for the Pixel 4a that could have a negative impact on battery life. Luckily, Google's offering some generous compensation options.
The Google Pixel January Update Is Here
Google has released the January 2025 security update for its Pixel devices, the first update of the year. The update is rolling out to supported Pixel devices, including models from the Pixel 6 series up to the latest Pixel 9 Pro Fold,
Google Pixel 4a gets an unexpected update: Lower battery life
The Pixel 4a, a well-regarded release in Google's line of budget-minded phones with nice cameras and decent stock software, was not supposed to get any more updates. This week, it will receive a rather uncommon one—one that intends to lower its reported battery life.
This is how long your Pixel's battery should last, as per Google
In a new support document, Google has highlight how long your Pixel phone's battery may last before requiring replacement.
Google Pixel 4a's update kills its battery life on purpose
Google’s budget-friendly Pixel 4a smartphone just received a software update on. This one actually lowers the battery life.
First update of the year for Google Pixel devices is already rolling out
Google is rolling out the January 2025 update for all eligible Pixel devices. The new firmware focuses mainly on bug fixes.
Google Pixel 4A update could hamper battery performance for some owners
Google has launched a battery performance program for the Pixel 4a, a budget smartphone released in 2020 and discontinued in 2023. The company is rolling out
Google drops the first Pixel update of 2025 with a fix for themed icons
Google announced its January 2025 Pixel update today, noting that it will begin rolling out immediately for some, while others might have to wait as long as "a few weeks" depending on their device and carrier.
Google addresses Pixel 4a battery performance, offers free replacements or compensation
Google has started a software update for Pixel 4a smartphones to enhance battery performance, effective from January 8. While it introduces new features, some devices may experience reduced battery capacity and slower charging.
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