Stains, yellowing and warping: Fans aren't thrilled with Pixel 6 cases

It is traditionally believed that branded expensive smartphone cases are superior to their Chinese and

inexpensive analogues in terms of durability and qualityexecution and materials. Owners of the Pixel 6 series were able to verify that this rule does not always work. Judging by numerous complaints on Reddit and Amazon, Google branded cases lose their appearance within a few months. Users note discoloration and yellowing of the plastic, the appearance of stains on it, as well as its curvature in the area of ​​the power buttons and USB connector.

Most recently this cover was pink

One of the owners who contacted the officialGoogle's Amazon store was faced with the latter's reluctance to make a warranty exchange. Later, when the situation became public, Amazon nevertheless sent a new case to replace it, however, as the owner himself notes, “this is rather an exception to the rule and does not solve the problem that branded accessories made from recycled plastic and sold under the auspices fight for the environment, turn into garbage after six months of use, thereby requiring the purchase of new ones and replenishing plastic landfills.

Advertising poster for Google's sustainable cases made from recycled plastic

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