So, Google’s spotted a bit of a blooper with the Pixel 7a—turns out, some batteries are puffing up like they’ve had too much soda. 😅 But hey, they’re on it, offering free battery swaps in 40 countries. How do you know if yours is throwing a tantrum? Look out for a back that’s bulging, feels chunkier than usual, or if the battery’s draining faster than your patience on hold with customer service. Spot these? You might just score a free fix.
First step: hop online and see if you’re eligible. Google’s got a handy guide to walk you through it. But heads up—if your phone’s taken a swim or looks like it’s been in a brawl (think cracks or other damage), you’ll need to sort that out first, and yeah, probably on your dime.
Living in the US or India? Sweet—you can either mail your phone in or swing by a repair shop. Folks in Canada, the UK, and Japan? You’re stuck with in-person visits only. No mailing it in, sorry. And if your country’s not on the list… well, that’s a bummer.
Here’s where it gets interesting: some places are getting cold hard cash (or Google Store credit) instead of repairs. Out of warranty? That’s $200 or $300 in your pocket. Still covered? A whopping $456. Not too shabby, huh?
Don’t start celebrating just yet, though. A tech will take a peek at your phone first—Google’s just making sure you didn’t, you know, sit on it or something. Fair play.
If your Pixel 7a’s battery’s been acting up, now’s your moment. Check out Google’s support page to see if you’re in luck. Let’s get that phone feeling slim and trim again! 🚀
