After a successful beta test, Google has finally rolled out Pixel Repair Mode for Pixel smartphones. This feature aims to increase the privacy of user data during the recovery process. In addition to this addition, the company announced several new updates that will make Pixel repairs easier.

Google’s new Pixel recovery mode is now available on Pixel devices running Android 14. To use this feature, your phone must have at least 2 GB of free storage space. You can enable recovery mode on your Pixel phone by visiting the page. Settings>System>Repair mode.

Activating recovery mode, messages, photos, calls, etc. It creates a safe environment on your phone by locking all your data. Repair technicians can control all phone functions in one place without looking at your personal information.

Google also released a new diagnostic app that users can access from their phones. Google claims that the new diagnostic feature will help you understand problems before sending your phone for repair. To use diagnostics on your Pixel phone, type: #*#7287#*# on the keypad.

Google also wants repairs to be easy, whether you’re under warranty or not. Google previously partnered with iFixit, which provides consumers with legal parts and repair manuals to repair their devices through a self-service program.

They have now teamed up with uBreakiFix to provide fast repairs at over 700 facilities across the United States, with most repairs completed within 2-4 hours. However, Google claims that over 80% of Pixel owners are within 10-20 miles of an authorized repair center.