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The first Android smartphone from Google, the Pixel XL (Model Number: G-2PW2100) was launched October 20, 2016. It has a 5.5-inch AMOLED display, 3450 mAh battery, and 32 or 128 GB storage options.

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What is the black pad/foil behind battery?

As shown in the Google Pixel XL Battery replacement guide, there is a black pad/foil between the battery and the body of the phone. It can be seen in the attached image.

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What is this pad/foil? I accidentally put a rip in it while removing some adhesive from the phone’s body.

Is this something I should be concerned about?

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Looks like some thermal management/shielding to me. You will be fine with a rip in it!

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