Google drops the first Pixel update of 2025

Google’s new Pixel 4A update is going to lower battery life for some owners
Pixel 4a devices will receive an automatic software update to Android 13. After the software update is downloaded, your device will restart automatically to
Google updates Pixel 4a for battery performance
The Google Pixel 4a is getting a new software update that will change how the battery works. The update will start on January 8, 2025. It is still based on Android 13. The update will add new features to manage the battery. This should make the battery more stable. But some users may see that their battery does not last as long between charges.
Still rocking a Pixel 4a? Google might have some money for you
Google's got a new update coming for the Pixel 4a that could have a negative impact on battery life. Luckily, Google's offering some generous compensation options.
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 Pixel 4a's surprise update could kill your battery life
The old Google Pixel 4a is already receiving an update designed to optimize its battery, but that could kill some cells.
Google's Pixel 4a update will surprise users in more ways than one
Google stopped updating the 2020 Pixel 4a after Android 13. The phone has not received any updates since August 2023. But this will soon change, as Google is reaching out to Pixel
Pixel 4a Battery Problems Resolved; Google Announces Replacement And Compensation Plan
Google has begun rolling out a notable software update for the Pixel 4a smartphones. This update is designed to improve battery performance and ensure better stability over time. While it’s aimed at enhancing the long-term health of the battery,
The Pixel 4a gets a surprise update for 2025
Meanwhile, Pixel 4a users can manually download the update onto their devices, or the software update will download automatically when the software is released — provided the de
Google Pixel 4a's update kills its battery life on purpose
Google’s budget-friendly Pixel 4a smartphone just received a software update on. This one actually lowers the battery life.
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 releases new Pixel 4a update, some free battery replacements offered [U]
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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