Using Slightly Broken Smartphones thanks to Accessibility

A water-damaged phone led me to powerful Android accessibility features and open-source app replacements. With them, I can keep using my Pixel 4a instead of upgrading. The tips should work on any device running Android 13 or newer. Water Damage and what it taught me Pinch-to-zoom is efficient for many users, but it excludes others: people with motor impairments, temporary injuries, or damaged hardware. Hardware is not equally waterproof everywhere. Replacing a touchscreen can be more expensive than buying a new smartphone. Android apps, features and workarounds help using a slightly broken smartphone without repair or replacement. Course of Events and Extent of Destruction One-Finger Zoom Gestures: Double Tap vs. Double Touch Drag Android Accessibility Menu App Accessibility by Design: Maps and Camera Apps Working around Unresponsive Touch Points Water Resistance, Rust Protection and eSIM What did NOT Work and Why it Failed Notes, Credits and Conclusions Course of Events and Extent of