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Google Pixel 6a Faces Overheating Crisis, Software Update Issued

6/12/2025

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The Google Pixel 6a is under fire as users report alarming battery overheating, with some devices melting or even catching fire. In response, Google is rolling out a mandatory software update to limit battery capacity and charging speed, raising serious questions about the safety of this budget smartphone and the company's quality control measures.

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Story summary

The Google Pixel 6a is under fire as users report alarming battery overheating, with some devices melting or even catching fire. In response, Google is rolling out a mandatory software update to limit battery capacity and charging speed, raising serious questions about the safety of this budget smartphone and the company's quality control measures.