What Should You Do If Your Android Phone's Battery Is Swollen?

A swollen phone battery is a safety issue, not just a repair problem. Quick action matters, and the wrong move can make the ...
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Battling the bulge: Understanding why smartphone batteries swell, the factors that can lead to it, and how you can avoid damaging your phone's battery

Welcome to Tech Talk, a weekly column about the things we use and how they work. We try to keep it simple here so everyone can understand how and why the gadget in your hand does what it does. Things ...
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This is why smartphone batteries swell up, and what I do to stop it

For some people, one of the most terrifying things in electronics is encountering a swollen battery. The pressure can potentially break a device open, and it often looks like the battery itself will ...
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Battery failures return to haunt Google's Pixel A lineup — now the Pixel 6a is catching fire

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, ...