After the Pixel 4 series experienced a similar problem, it looks as though some Pixel 3 owners are reporting swollen battery issues which result in potential rear panel damage.

This problem isn’t limited to just Pixel 3 devices, and is often a common issue with older devices that have been used extensively.

Batteries can be temperamental, but it looks as if more people are starting to notice their Pixel 3 battery has swollen substantially.

A Google Support thread is littered with Pixel 3 owners experiencing this exact swollen battery problem, with some sharing some gnarly looking images of the back panel peeling away from the device frame.

However, having used the Pixel 3 XL extensively since launch and used almost exclusively with a wireless charger, I have not seen any issues on my own device.

That said, it’s not clear just how many Pixel 3 owners might be affected by swollen battery problems or indeed have had their devices replaced already.

If you encounter a swollen battery again later down the line, your only option might be a new device.

Alternatively, if you have experienced a swollen battery on your Pixel 3 or 3 XL, be sure to let us know down in the comments section