Some users have also reported much faster battery drain than usual.The company's decision comes after quite a few complaints surfaced online—with some users saying they only received help from Google after posting publicly about their experiences,

Google is stepping up to remedy a major battery swelling issue with its Pixel 7a smartphone, meaning users can claim a free repair in covered areas, or either store credit or a partial refund in other regions.

Google received complaints on social media regarding the Pixel 7a issue before taking action. It is now offering free battery replacements to eligible users.