JerryRigEverything raises big red flags after Pixel 9a teardown: ‘Don’t buy it’

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The recently released Google Pixel 9a is under fire following YouTube channel JerryRigEverything’s famous durability test. The teardown highlights potential issues with the device’s water resistance and major problems when it comes to battery repairability.

In the teardown video, the YouTuber observes that the mesh covering the rather wide speaker grille of the Pixel 9a can be hampered and dislodged relatively easily while cleaning. This raises concerns about the integrity of the phone’s IP68 water and dust protection rating. A compromised speaker mesh could potentially allow water and dust to enter the cavity, compromising the device’s durability.