Overview
- The iFixit teardown published Oct. 13 found screw‑based rear entry with O‑ring seals and hinged arms securing the back panel while preserving water resistance.
- The battery is screw‑retained and the vibration motor uses pogo‑pin contacts, enabling straightforward battery swaps with basic tools.
- The display is secured by replaceable O‑ring gaskets instead of adhesive, easing screen replacements and reassembly.
- iFixit provisionally rated the watch 9/10 for serviceability, a score positioned well above most smartwatches reviewed to date.
- Google released full service manuals at launch to support third‑party and DIY repairs, and coverage frames the design as a notable right‑to‑repair advance.