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Some Pixel 7 users say their batteries are swelling - what Google is doing about it


The Pixel and Pixel 7 Pro are the latest Google phones with battery problems.

In a post on the official Google support forum, a user detailed how the side panels of their two-year-old Pixel 7 Pro had started to separate. A closer look revealed that the battery was swelling, posing a significant safety risk. If you're experiencing this problem, contact Google Pixel support immediately, stop using the phone, and turn it off.

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