Nintendo expands Joy-Con repair program to more European countries
Because correcting the design flaw is too hard
New Framework laptops support AMD processors and upgradeable graphics
Something to look forward to: One of the most significant drawbacks to owning a laptop is the lack of upgradability. Most allow memory or storage replacement, but getting a faster processor means buying a new laptop. Framework hopes to change the status quo with two modular offerings coming this year that will let users swap out CPUs, GPUs, and more.
Nokia says you can replace the screen of this new phone in 20 minutes
A small step forward for the right to repair movement
Users report Pixel 7 camera glass spontaneously shattering without cause
Facepalm: If you bought or are considering purchasing the new Pixel 7, watch out for the glass coverings over the camera sensors. Many users report that the protective covers have violently shattered for no apparent reason. To make matters worse, Google seems to be filing complaints in the not-covered-by-warranty category.
New York becomes first state to sign right-to-repair legislation, but some R2R advocates are not impressed
Last minute changes made the law only applicable to devices made after the law takes effect next year
Apple expands self-repair program to eight more countries
DIYers in the UK and parts of Europe can make a mess of their broken iPhones and Macs
Study shows 50% of repair shops snooped on customer devices
Female customers are most likely to become victims
The iPhone 14's easy-to-lift display and back make it the easiest to repair since the iPhone 7
Why didn't Apple brag about this at Far Out?
Official Steam Deck repair centers are now open
DIY repair is no longer the only option
Apple expands self-service repair to MacBooks, already covers iPhone 12 and 13
Apple further embraces the right to repair
Samsung tests smartphone feature that hides your data from repair shops
Privacy-first security features
New York senate officially passes 'Right to Repair' legislation
Bill S4104A is waiting on Governor approval now
Apple's self-service repair kit is one expensive monstrosity
It doesn't make any sense at all
Apple rolls out self-repair service in the US, but overall costs are as much or more than paying a pro
DIYers can save a few bucks if they recycle and have their own tools, but tool rental makes the program pointless
One Nintendo Switch Joy-Con repair center was constantly overwhelmed
Thousands of Joy-Cons repaired every week
Samsung Galaxy phone and tab users in the US will soon be able to perform self-repairs
Partnership with iFixit will see the program launching in summer
iPhones reported as missing will no longer be repaired by Apple technicians
New policy tightens the noose around stolen iPhones
Teardown reveals Mac Studio's storage is not upgradeable
Replaceable, yes, but good luck finding a replacement part
Google promotes Chromebook repair program for schools
Schools can repair them faster, teach valuable skills to students and reduce e-waste
Microsoft partners with iFixit to make Surface devices easier to repair
Collaboration sees iFixit manufacture Microsoft-designed repair tools for the Surface line
Upcoming iOS update adds a detailed repair history to Settings
Users can see when parts were replaced and if the repair shop used genuine Apple components
Apple will begin allowing DIY iPhone repairs in 2022
Parts, tools, and manuals will only be available through Apple, but it's better than nothing
iFixit confirms iPhone 13 display swaps render Face ID unusable
The only known workaround is something many independent repair shops can't do
2021 MacBook Pro teardown reveals higher modularity, keyboard still difficult to replace
Better, faster, stronger, easier to repair
Man sues Apple for $1,383 over refusal to repair an iPhone 12 that was under warranty
And for allegedly damaging the device