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Google Pixel 4a’s ruinous “Battery Performance” update is a bewildering mess (arstechnica.com)
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The article discusses the issues with Google's Pixel 4a battery update. The update has caused drastically reduced battery life for many users, with some experiencing only two hours of charge. Google has offered three options for affected users: a battery replacement, $50, or $100 in Google Store credit. However, the update has been criticized for its lack of transparency and the inconvenience it has caused. Additionally, the update was built on a personal machine, not the proper build system, and has led to confusion and frustration among users.

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[–] frunch@lemmy.world 3 points 11 hours ago (1 children)

I had a couple 4a and now have an 8. Don't bother -- I'm convinced there are better phones for the $. Not to mention better companies to buy from, after this shit show

[–] Scrollone@feddit.it 4 points 10 hours ago

Hardware-wise there may be better phones, but from a software standpoint... hmm... I haven't been able to find any other phone with a stock-like experience, and no bloat.