In the official blog post, Ana Corrales, Chief Operating Officer, Consumer Hardware of Google says that “from later this year, genuine Pixel parts will be available for purchase at ifixit.com for Pixel 2 to Pixel 6 Pro, as well as future Pixel features , in the US, UK, Canada, Australia and EU countries where the Pixel is available. ” , cameras and more – will be available either individually or in Ifixit repair kits, which include tools such as screwdriver bits and twine. “
Google enables third-party repairs for more devices
However, if Pixel owners do not want to repair their devices themselves, they can ship them to more than 700 uBreakiFix locations in the United States and Canada. Along with Google’s self-repair program, the company also allows third-party repairs for more devices. It is important to note that Google is launching its self-repair program after Apple last year and Samsung recently.
Samsung and Apple have similar self-repair programs
On March 31, 2022, South Korean tech giant Samsung announced a self-repair program for its smartphones and tablets. As part of the program, Samsung will provide access to drivers, accessories, and tools that may be needed to repair Galaxy devices. To facilitate the self-repair program, Samsung partnered with a company called iFixit. Keep reading to learn more about Samsung’s self-repair program. From this summer, owners of the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy Tab S7 + series will be able to repair some parts of their devices. Initially, the company will provide display assemblies, rear window and charging ports and encourage users to return used components for responsible recycling. In the near future, the company will extend this self-repair program to other devices. In November 2021, Apple announced a “Self Service” program to enable tech-savvy users. It should allow users to order genuine spare parts for their iPhone to repair their smartphone. The program had to start with the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 smartphone series and gradually cover other products offered by Apple. The Cupertino-based technology giant will provide spare parts, tools and manuals as part of the program.
