It uses the same Exynos 5300 modem as the Pixel 7a, but Google's figured out something in the last couple of years. My Pixel 8a used the same modem, and I didn't have problems there, either.

Google is offering repairs or payment for Pixel 7a users affected by a serious battery issue Some Pixel 7a users have reported battery swelling severe enough to warp the phone chassis Eligibility ...

However, some phones can be more susceptible to this than others, depending on which batteries they use, as evidenced by Google's concern about the Pixel 7a. If you have a Google Pixel 7a ...

Google’s Pixel 7a, launched in 2023, is facing a battery swelling problem, prompting the company to roll out an Extended Repair Program. Affected users can claim a one-time free battery ...

Google is offering a one-time free battery replacement for Pixel 7a units affected by battery swelling in select countries. Users outside supported regions can get appeasement offers that include ...

Google is offering free repairs and (in some countries) payments to remedy Pixel 7a battery issues. 9to5Google spotted a Google support page detailing an extended repair program in 40 countries.

for out-of-warranty Pixel 7A devices, or $300 towards a new Pixel. In-warranty devices can get a $456 payment. It’s not the first time Google offered an extended repair program. Last year ...