A user reported on Reddit that their Google Pixel 6a smartphone exploded while charging overnight, narrowly missing their head. The user described waking up to a loud noise and the smell of burning, finding the phone engulfed in flames just centimeters away. The incident caused damage to the user’s bedding and resulted in smoke inhalation, leading to a sore throat. The user, who is not eligible for Google’s battery replacement program, suspects the phone may be from a problematic batch. Google has yet to provide an official statement or offer support, raising concerns about battery safety among Pixel phone users.
