Google has confirmed that “we have started to roll out the monthly software update for January 2025. All supported Pixel devices running Android 15 will receive these software updates starting today,

The January update's build number is AP4A.250105.002 for most devices, with slight variations for specific regions like Telstra and EMEA, as reported by 9to5Google. It includes the Android security patch level dated Jan. 7, 2025.

The old Google Pixel 4a is already receiving an update designed to optimize its battery, but that could kill some cells.

Google users with Pixel 8a and onwards can now monitor their phone’s battery capacity via the Settings app and then selecting Battery Information. Here, users can see how many times the battery has already been fully charged, when it was manufactured, and its date of first use.

As a token of gratitude, Google will provide free battery replacement for "Impacted Device" Pixel 4a units. However, this option is only available in selected countries, including the US, the UK, Canada, Germany, Singapore and India. This offer is also only applicable unless stocks last.

The Google Pixel 4a is getting a new software update that will change how the battery works. The update will start on January 8, 2025. It is still based on Android 13. The update will add new features to manage the battery.