Some of the newest Android phones can last for days on a single charge, even without adjusting settings to extend battery life. Cutting-edge technologies like silicon-carbon power cells continue ...

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On Wednesday afternoon, I noticed that my phone was no longer sitting flush in its case. It took me a few minutes to realize that this was a big, honking sign of danger. The battery in my smartphone ...

Multiple reports reveal instances of the Google Pixel 6a catching fire, often while charging overnight with off-brand chargers. Battery-related incidents have plagued various A-series models, ...

Pixel 7 owners are facing the same swollen battery nightmare that hit earlier models. Reports are piling up of Pixel 7 and 7 Pro units showing a dangerous battery bulge, and Google’s response so far ...