Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold screen repair costs surge to $1,200, raising concerns about foldable phone maintenance expenses and repairability.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold screen replacement costs are not for the faint-hearted as its prices are costlier than other flagship smartphones.

With prices starting at $1,799, the Pixel Pro 9 Fold is one of the most expensive smartphones on the market. iFixit’s inner screen replacement for last year’s Pixel Fold was also costly at $899, but this is still an alarming jump for the latest model.

Interestingly it’s also pricier than the same part for the Google Pixel Fold – which costs $909.99 / £904.99 (about AU$1,400) for the kit or $899.99 / £894.99 for the part only. The only saving grace is that at least a replacement is available,

Google and iFixit have partnered to deliver parts, tools, and repair guides for Pixel phones, and they have finally become available for the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold. While the res

Spare parts for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold are now listed on iFixit, making repairs easier, albeit highlighting how expensive these repairs can be.

Other replacement parts for Pixel 9 Pro Fold, like base battery and USB-C charging assembly, are costly as well. Repairing Pixel 9 Pro Fold's inner display yourself is complex, as it takes around 3-4 hours and has 199 steps.

F ollowing recent releases in Google’s Pixel series, parts for the new Pixel 9 Pro Fold are now available on iFixit. The most notable addition is the repair kit for the Pixel 9