If you’ve been wanting to get your eyes inside Google’s first foldable offering, the Pixel Fold, PBK Reviews has got you covered. Their teardown reveals a few key takeaways, including the continued tradition of Google’s USB-C charging port being integrated directly onto the motherboard.
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With the thermal tape removed, how the device is constructed becomes clearer, with ribbon cables cleverly placed through the hinge of the phone to allow the two halves to communicate with each other. PBK Reviews determines that the Pixel Fold will not be the easiest phone to repair, as it is lacking any sort of modularity. That said, we’ll have to wait on further word regarding iFixit’s partnership with Google, as replacement parts are expected to become available through their official store. Notably, PBK Reviews declined to attempt to remove the display from the phone, as they were convinced doing so would most likely cause some damage. That said, we’ll have to see if replacements for the Pixel Fold’s flexible display will be available for purchase in the near future.
