They definitely can, they just don't want to.
replyAnd that's the unserious part, they really don't want anything to do with consumers despite making consumer products (gmail, Android, etc.) so you're always at the mercy of their automatic systems.
replyGoogle has historically always sucked at being a product company. Despite this, they're quite successful at it.
replyAs the old joke goes: Microsoft is a software company, Apple is a hardware company, Google is an ads company.
replyIsn't that just the truth based on revenue streams?
replyYeah. Could be difficult even if one is willing to forgo the warranty. My city has local repair services, they easily repaired my old Samsung phone. Servicing Pixels could be difficult even for them.
replyOut of curiosity, what was wrong with your Fold 6?
replyThe inner screen built-in protector was peeling in the middle. It was out of warranty, but Samsung charged me 15$ which is very reasonable. The inner screen looks brand-new now, and I guess that's the benefit of these soft foldable screens - you can refresh the entire thing very easily.
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