Users can go to Google's support page to determine if their Pixel 6a is eligible for free repair/replacement, cash payment or ...

Google’s Pixel 6a has been facing battery overheating issues, first reported in June, similar to the problems previously seen with the Pixel 4a. In response, Google is offering free battery ...

If your Pixel 6a is one of the affected devices, you might be able to get a free battery replacement. You can head over to Google's registration page to find a battery replacement option nearby.

Eligible users can get a free battery replacement or choose a compensation payout—Rs 8,500 in cash or store credit. The initiative includes a mandatory Android 16 update to further optimise ...

Representative image. Google is offering a free battery replacement or a compensation of $100 (Rs 8,500) for Pixel 6a users, including in India, experiencing battery drain and overheating issues.

The Pixel 6a will receive software support until July 2027. However, due to the potential safety issues, users should carefully consider Google’s warning and explore replacement or upgrade options.

If all this sounds a bit familiar, well, the Pixel 4a is probably the reason why. Google was offering owners of the Pixel 4a a free battery replacement or a $100 credit towards a new phone.

Pixel 6a owners may soon see their devices limited in terms of battery life, as code shows that Google is preparing to “reduce” the battery to avoid “a potential overheating” issue.