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Google Launches Pixel Care+ in U.S., Replacing Preferred Care With $0 Screen and Battery Repairs

The new protection plan emphasizes $0 common repairs with streamlined, app‑based claims for Made by Google devices.

Overview

  • Pixel Care+ is live in the United States for new eligible devices as of Aug. 27, 2025, and can be added within 60 days of purchase regardless of where the device was bought.
  • Current monthly subscribers to Google Preferred Care and Fi Device Protection will be migrated to Pixel Care+ in the coming months.
  • Coverage includes unlimited accidental, mechanical, and extended‑warranty claims, $0 post‑warranty malfunction claims, genuine Google parts, priority support, self‑service claims via Google Store or the My Pixel app, and free upgraded replacement shipping including next‑day.
  • The program is offered in partnership with Asurion and is limited to the U.S. at launch.
  • Eligible hardware reported by outlets includes Pixel phones from the Pixel 8 series and newer, Pixel Watch 2 and newer, Pixel Tablet, and Fitbit models such as Ace LTE, Versa 4, Sense 2, Charge 6, and Inspire 3; example pricing for Pixel 10 ranges around $9–$10 per month or $179–$199 for two years, with optional loss and theft coverage costing extra and reported as unavailable in New York.