Google has announced a mandatory software update for its Pixel 6a smartphones to address battery overheating issues that have led to multiple units catching fire. The update, scheduled for rollout starting July 8, 2025, will reduce battery capacity and limit charging speed as safety measures. Despite these precautions, reports indicate that some Pixel 6a devices have continued to overheat and even catch fire after the update. Google has urged affected users to consider battery replacements or upgrading their devices. The update applies to Pixel 6a phones sold between 2022 and 2024. This is the latest in a series of battery-related problems for Google’s Pixel line, following similar issues with the Pixel 4a. The company has implemented a Pixel 6a Battery Performance Program aimed at mitigating these safety risks, but incidents persist, with at least five known cases of Pixel 6a devices igniting. Google’s approach combines both hardware and software measures to prevent further overheating incidents.