Google Pixel 4a gets an unexpected update

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.
Google’s new Pixel 4A update is going to lower battery life for some owners
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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 addresses Pixel 4a battery performance, offers free replacements or compensation
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Google releasing new Pixel 4a update, some eligible for free battery replacement
Google has contacted Pixel 4a owners today about an upcoming software update that will “improve the stability of their battery’s performance."

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