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TL;DR
- The Pixel 6 series’ teardown details are now available from iFixit.
- The listings reveal notable value adjustments between current and past periods.
- While some elements are remarkably affordable, others are significantly pricier.
When working on telephone restoration, you’re probably well-prepared for spare parts to become available. Here are the components that have recently surfaced on iFixit’s platform, where one notable aspect is the pricing structure, which stands out for its unique features.
Now available to download, Google has rolled out restore elements for the Pixel 9 series, allowing users to recover their devices with a simple update. Attempting to navigate the revised listings, subtle changes to pricing emerge, a mix of welcome developments and ominous portents.
The good news is that the rear cowl of all three models has undergone a significant price decrease compared to the previous model year. The prices for the rear cowl have changed: the Pixel 9 Professional and Professional XL version now costs $92.99, while the standard Pixel 9 rear cowl remains at $59.99. The rear case of the Pixel 8 Pro costs $172.99, while the standard Pixel 8 is priced at $142.99.
The likely cause of the value drop lies in the differing design elements between the Pixel 8 series’ rear casing and the Pixel 9 series’ rear cover.
- Rear panel
- Steel and plastic body
- Edge Bezel
- Re-designed digital camera bezel and lens covers.
- Exterior faceted buttons and interior toggle switches
- Wi-fi charging coil
- Rear panel
- Rear Digicam Bezels and Lens Covers: A Critical Component in Camera Design.
- Flash
The bundle of the Pixel 9’s rear cameras has a value of $159.99, plain to see. In contrast to the Pixel 8, purchasing replacement rear cameras at a significantly lower cost makes it an attractive option for those seeking budget-friendly solutions. The Pixel 8’s rear camera costs $142.99, while the ultra-wide camera comes in at a more affordable $62.99.
As for the hazardous data, all other assets have fluctuated in value, ranging from a minimum increase of $7 to a maximum surge of $70. The battery’s value remains unchanged from the Pixel 8 to the Pixel 9, retaining its original worth. Can you test the desks below for their value comparisons?
| Pixel 8 | Pixel 8 Professional | Pixel 9 | Pixel 9 Professional | Pixel 9 Professional XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear | $142.99 | $172.99 | $59.99 | $92.99 | $92.99 |
| Display screen | $166.99 | $229.99 | $196.99 | $239.99 | |
| Battery | $42.99 | $42.99 | $42.99 | $52.99 | $52.99 |
| Rear large digicam | $142.99 | ||||
| Rear extremely large digicam | $62.99 | ||||
| Rear digicam | $199.99 | $159.99 | $259.99 | $269.99 | |
| Entrance digicam | $42.99 | $42.99 | $59.99 | $59.99 | $69.99 |
| USB-C | $49.99 | $49.99 | $42.99 |
