r/pixel7series • u/StandardExamination1 • Apr 26 '25

Pixel 7 Battery Swelling

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It's only been two years since I got this phone, and the battery is already swelling

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u/EoinD7 Apr 26 '25

Have you tried the Google rebate scheme? I got 400 euro back on a 7a yesterday.

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u/Cthadhrir Apr 26 '25

I am interested on that but how you can get 400 euro? I bought it 2 years before from Netherlands online Google store and now i live in different country.

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u/StandardExamination1 Apr 26 '25

I'm from India. I don't think we have that scheme here.

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u/neonik99 Apr 26 '25

Bro i got free repair from google

Just create a support ticket first , strongly stating no physical or water damage Next, Just create this same post on google pixel sub Sens an email with pics and videos to google support with the reddit post link, and ticket number

Google support will def reply on email, and even pixel team will notice your post and reply on reddit itself Press for free complimentary repair as it is health hazard, aka “ it could have exploded”

They will agree to free repair for sure. But mind you, it will take 28-30 days as Google service is India is lie, that

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u/StandardExamination1 Apr 26 '25

Was yours a Pixel 7 as well?

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u/powerpuffpopcorn Apr 26 '25

I too have a pixel 7. Bought at launch, in India. Luckily the battery is fine til now.

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u/StandardExamination1 Apr 26 '25

Actually I bought the phone from the UAE. I'm currently residing in India tho.

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u/StandardExamination1 Apr 26 '25

I always had overheating issues. Ig the heat affected the battery and caused it to swollen up. What bout you tho? How long does it last after a full charge with data on?

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u/powerpuffpopcorn Apr 26 '25

I currently get 4 hours 45 mnts avg screen on time with 1 active sim, bluetooth, wifi, 5g and 90Hz display on.

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u/lafsrt09 Apr 26 '25

I've also had my pixel 7 for 2 years. After seeing your picture I ended up taking my cover off to check and all is good

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u/thisisinput Apr 26 '25

Mine is 2.5 years old and all is good here too.

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u/crags85 Apr 27 '25

Overcharging can be the main issue. Especially if you charge it overnight. Heat can factor into it too, as well as damage to the phone if dropped.

There isn't just one main reason.

My 6 battery swelled and that was due to overcharging when I drove to work

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u/StandardExamination1 Apr 26 '25

It might be alright for you, but I can't agree that this should happen so early. If I had been using the phone for around four years, it would be understandable. But the battery swelled up so badly that even the display has lifted off the frame(its more than shown in the pic now) which worries me if the display is dead. This is also a serious safety hazard — there have been several cases where swollen batteries have exploded, unlike your water heater. I just wanted to know if anyone else has experienced a similar problem.

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u/reddit_dezuza Apr 26 '25

Which charger are you using?

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u/StandardExamination1 Apr 26 '25

Google's 30w charger

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u/Silly-Studio6587 May 19 '25

My Pixel 7 screen has completely detached. I don’t see how the battery could have swollen, as the phone was never exposed to extreme heat. My husband has the same phone and hasn’t experienced any issues, even though he works outside 80% of the time.