With phone manufacturers making their phones more “fixable”, Google and iFixit have extended their collaboration to include original components for Google‘s Pixel tablet, released just this June. This expansion adds another layer to a booming culture of DIY tech repairs, all while making a powerful statement about the electronics industry’s direction.

A new screen can cost about $200, and the toolkit is an additional $6

Originally teaming up for Pixel phones, the collaboration has expanded its horizon. Now, original Pixel tablet parts, including the rear case complete with three microphones, antennas, and other bells and whistles, are up for grabs for a cool $200. While a back camera, speaker, and USB-C port replacements are more budget-friendly at $25 each, a new tablet battery will cost you $67. Those in need of a new screen can expect to shell out $200, and if you’re a DIY novice, a toolkit is available for an additional $6.

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However, it’s not just about the parts. iFixit offers step-by-step guides on its portal, ensuring even the most inexperienced tech enthusiasts can navigate repairs with relative ease.

This partnership also sets a precedent for other brands to follow. iFixit had previously partnered with Samsung, offering repair options for Galaxy devices. But Google extending its commitment to tablet repairs marks another milestone in encouraging DIY repairs and sustainability in the tech world.

Through this collaboration, Google and iFixit are not just marketing spare parts; they are selling self-sufficiency, knowledge, and a more circular economy, right in the palms of our hands.

This is a game-changer. And not just for Pixel tablet owners, but for an industry wrestling with issues like planned obsolescence and electronic waste. The message is clear: our devices don’t have to be disposable; they can be fixable, and by us. So next time your Pixel tablet encounters a glitch, remember—you have the power to fix it. Literally.

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