Updated
Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Jul 13
Pebble Time 2 Ships With Cracking Screens and Loose Buttons as 30-Day Warranty Frustrates Users
Updated
Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Jul 13

Pebble Time 2 Ships With Cracking Screens and Loose Buttons as 30-Day Warranty Frustrates Users

3 articles · Updated · Notebookcheck.net · Jul 13

Summary

  • Reddit users are posting near-daily photos of Pebble Time 2 units with cracked displays, saying the screens can break after minor bumps during normal use.
  • iFixit and user reports point to build flaws: the glass sits slightly proud of the metal frame, exposing its edge, while some buttons lack the internal clip that keeps them secured.
  • Pebble has not outlined a fix or publicly addressed the defects, though some customers say cracked watches were replaced within the 30-day warranty period.
  • The problems add to a shaky relaunch after Pebble delayed Round 2 production from May to July, while the Time 2 also uses a battery soldered to the motherboard, making repairs harder.

Insights

Does Pebble's 30-day warranty signal it knew about the Time 2's durability issues all along?
Is a fatal screen flaw about to shatter Pebble's celebrated comeback?