iFixit says the Pixel Watch 4 is the most repairable smartwatch

When google Pixel Watch 4, noted that the smartwatch is “designed with serviceability in mind.” Now that this issue has been exposed, the repair experts at iFixit have taken a look and can confirm Google’s claims. The how-to site described the Pixel Watch 4 as the most repairable You can buy now. This is noticeable, like iFixit because you would probably expect a sustainability-oriented brand like Fairphone or Framework to get this kind of recognition before Google. (However, the Fairphone 6 recently received a perfect repair rating of 10/10 .) But iFixit said it’s “really impressed” with what owners can do to fix Google’s latest wearables themselves.

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The first thing that highlights is the presence of visible screws that do not interfere with the watch’s IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Both the vibration motor and battery are also easy to remove, as the latter is glue-free and only requires you to unscrew it from its casing. As for the screen, it’s also secured with screws alone (notice a pattern here yet?) and sealed using a replaceable O-ring gasket you can easily purchase. iFixit points out that it’s difficult for square watches to use the same solution, so Google’s decision to make the Pixel Watch 4 enhances its repairability.

At the end of the comprehensive video, iFixit gives Google a provisional rating of 9/10 for repairability, calling it “the most satisfying smartwatch teardown” it’s done yet. For the sake of transparency, the site notes that it has an ongoing business partnership with Google, but insists it’s completely unrelated to the teardown treatment it’s offering for the Pixel Watch 4.

The surprising level of repairability probably isn’t the only thing in the Pixel Watch 4’s favor. At Engadget 86/100 For the device, Cherlynn Low also praised its fast charging speeds, excellent health and fitness tracking credentials and attractive display.