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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.

Google Pixel 4a’s ruinous “Battery Performance” update is a bewildering mess

It’s hard to say why Google is doing this instead of a recall.

^{Kevin Purdy (Ars Technica)}