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According to iFixit, the "Nexus 7" announced in 2013 is made to be easy to repair. The device also includes an inductive charging coil, which is not yet commonly used in tablets.
iFixit gave Google's new 7-inch tablet Nexus 7 a "Repairability Score" of 7 out of 10 (10 being the easiest to repair).
Provided by: iFixitAlthough the site states that "the back cover is easy to open and can be removed with a minimum of effort using a plastic tool," caution is required. "However, despite being very careful when opening it, it cracked," the site says.
According to iFixit, no special screws are used, all the internal parts are fixed with Phillips type screws, and the battery tray is easy to remove.
Transferring to the internal semiconductor parts and components, iFixit has confirmed that it is equipped with an electromagnetic induction coil for wireless charging.
"This is the first time I've seen this part used in a tablet" (iFixit)
Actually, this fact is not a complete surprise. Google mentions the existence of this feature on its web page that describes the features of the Nexus 7, saying, ``Since it has a wireless charging function, you can charge it just by placing it on your phone, and when you're done charging, you can quickly pick it up and go out. It is written that
According to iFixit, the Near Field Communication (NFC) module is "placed over" the electromagnetic induction coil for charging.
As usual, iFixit has information about internal semiconductors (usually more information than vendors are willing to reveal).
In addition to Qualcomm's quad-core processor "Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064)" and a display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200, iFixit uses 2GB of Elpida Memory's SDRAM (system memory) and Texas Instruments' electromagnetic induction charging controller. , confirms that 16GB of SK Hynix NAND eMMC flash storage is installed.
Finally, like the reviews that have already appeared, iFixit points out that "the main body shape has changed significantly" compared to the first generation Nexus 7. That is, it is thinner, lighter, and the left and right bezels are narrower, among other changes.
Provided by: iFixitThis article was originally published by CBS Interactive overseas and edited by Asahi Interactive for Japan.