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Google Pixel 6 swollen battery

masimus — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 11:23:24 GMT

Hi. Just looking for a bit of advice. Google lists EE as an authorized repair partner in the UK. My phone has clearly developed a swollen battery. I understand that the battery can be disposed of at a specific waste collection site. But I am not sure how to get the battery out of the phone. These newer devices are not like older phones where the back would slide off an expose the battery so I don't want to risk not knowing what I am doing. If I took it to my nearest EE store would they be willing to remove the battery and dispose of it? Would this be treated like a repair and charge me for it?

Re: Google Pixel 6 swollen battery

Northerner — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 11:40:25 GMT

Hi @masimus

It would be treated as a repair and the battery disposed of professionally.

Thanks

Re: Google Pixel 6 swollen battery

Chris_B — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 11:56:47 GMT

@masimus They’ll also install a new battery. What ever you do do not turn it on and get this sorted as soon as you can. A swollen battery can be a fire risk.

Re: Google Pixel 6 swollen battery

masimus — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 12:18:34 GMT

Many thanks for the info. I have booked a repair appointment at my nearest store. Would rather have it done professionally.