Samsung, for example, does not offer self-repair options for the Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip due to the fragility of the display and the complexity of the foldable design.
Several major smartphone manufacturers now offer self-repair programs for their devices. However, until now, such programs have bypassed foldable smartphones. By the looks of it, things will change soon, with Google offering original spare parts and manuals to users of the latest Pixel Fold through renowned iFixit repair project.
Google Pixel Fold will be the first foldable smartphone with an official DIY repair kit
Since 2022, Google has been working with iFixit to offer official parts and repair guides for almost all versions of Pixel smartphones. This makes it easy to repair the battery, screen, or charging port yourself.
In a conversation with 9to5Google, a Google spokesperson confirmed that the program will also be relevant for the Pixel Fold. This is notable as it will be the first foldable smartphone with an official DIY repair program to date. Samsung, for example, does not offer self-repair options for the Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip due to the fragility of the display and the complexity of the foldable design.
