Google and iFixit staff as much as supply Pixel elements on-line

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iFixit has signed a cope with Google to make Pixel repairs a lot simpler. iFixit.com will promote real Google elements individually and in kits later this yr. Each firms printed weblog posts concerning the collaboration.

Google says that elements will likely be supplied for the “Pixel 2 by means of Pixel 6 Professional, in addition to future Pixel fashions, within the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and EU nations the place Pixel is on the market.” iFixit is the main website for customers wanting to seek out elements and directions on learn how to repair units, and shortly, it can promote Pixel screens, batteries, cameras, and extra. When you do not need to repair the cellphone your self, Google factors out that it additionally has approved restore offers with uBreakiFix within the US and Canada and “related partnerships with walk-in assist suppliers in Canada, Germany, Japan, and the UK.”

Google’s cope with iFixit comes on the heels of an identical settlement with Samsung, which can also be planning to supply smartphone elements by means of the restore website. Samsung’s partnership with iFixit begins this summer time and solely covers the S20, S21, and Tab S7+, although Samsung says it needs to increase this system over time. Google’s cope with iFixit covers every little thing again to the 2017 Pixel 2, which is shocking provided that many earlier Pixels have been made in partnership with Android manufactuers like LG or HTC. Apple can also be embracing the DIY restore market with its personal in-house elements service.