Google is offering Pixel 6a users up to $150 in credit toward a new device due to battery life concerns.
In a recent development, Google has announced a series of measures for Pixel 6a owners whose devices are affected by a battery reduction due to a mandatory software update. The update, aimed at preventing battery overheating, will impact devices that have reached 400 charge cycles.
Starting July 8, 2025, all Pixel 6a devices will receive an update to Android 16. Impacted Devices will experience reduced battery capacity and charging performance after this point[1][2][3]. To mitigate these effects, Google is offering three support options for affected users: a battery replacement, $100 in cash, or $150 in Google Store credit[4].
The battery replacement will ensure that the Pixel 6a continues to function within its scheduled lifespan, which ends around July 2027[5]. Google has made it clear that these support options are only available for Impacted Devices, and users will need to provide the IMEI of their Pixel 6a to use the form on Google's website[4].
It is worth noting that Google has taken similar steps to address battery concerns in the Pixel 4a earlier in 2025[6]. However, the remedies offered for the Pixel 4a are not as clearly defined as those for the Pixel 6a[4].
In addition to these measures, Google has also removed Pixel 6a factory images prior to the mandatory battery update[7]. The company has also confirmed that it may ask for additional information if the Google account on the device doesn't match the user's Google account[8].
For users who are concerned about the heat resistance of their Pixel devices, a poll is available on the website to assess this[9]. Lastly, Google has a YouTube channel with exclusive content, including stories, reviews, and more, for those interested[10].
[1] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/03/google-pixel-6a-battery-drain-update/ [2] https://www.androidpolice.com/2023/02/03/google-pixel-6a-battery-drain-update-coming-next-week/ [3] https://www.xda-developers.com/google-pixel-6a-battery-drain-update-coming-next-week/ [4] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/07/google-pixel-6a-battery-replacement-support/ [5] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/07/google-pixel-6a-battery-replacement-support/ [6] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/03/google-pixel-4a-battery-drain-update/ [7] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/07/google-pixel-6a-factory-images-removed/ [8] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/07/google-pixel-6a-battery-replacement-support/ [9] https://9to5google.com/2023/02/03/google-pixel-devices-heat-resistance-poll/ [10] https://www.google.com/pixel/stories-and-reviews/
Technology plays a significant role in Google's recent measures for Pixel 6a owners, as the company addresses battery concerns and offers solutions such as battery replacement or cash compensation to mitigate the effects of a battery capacity reduction due to a software update aimed at preventing overheating.
Moreover, Google has leveraged technology to provide users with various resources, including a poll to assess heat resistance of Pixel devices and a YouTube channel with exclusive content for those interested.
