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
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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
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?
Apple expands self-service repair to MacBooks, already covers iPhone 12 and 13
Apple further embraces the right to repair
Samsung teams with iFixit to launch self-repair program for Galaxy devices
Galaxy owners can now replace broken screens, busted back glass and borked charging ports at home
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
Google partners with iFixit to offer genuine spare parts for Pixel phones
The right to repair lives on
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
Future Apple update will allow third parties to replace iPhone 13 screens without breaking Face ID
Independent repair shops will no longer have to transfer the microcontroller
iFixit confirms iPhone 13 display swaps render Face ID unusable
The only known workaround is something many independent repair shops can't do
US Copyright Office grants right to repair video game consoles as long as only the optical drive is broken
The good news is the exemption applies to any other 'software-enabled' device without restriction
Man sues Apple for $1,383 over refusal to repair an iPhone 12 that was under warranty
And for allegedly damaging the device
Microsoft commits to support "Right to Repair"
Right to Repair can reduce electronic waste
Replacing your iPhone 13 display will render Face ID unusable, unless Apple does it
Apple deals another blow to independent repair shops
Even Steve Wozniak supports the "Right to Repair" movement
Woz admits that Apple only exists because of the open source technology from the 70s and 80s
Brazil fines Apple $2 million for choosing not to ship chargers with the iPhone 12
Apple might've exaggerated about the environmental benefits
Apple quietly added iPhone and MacBook repairability rankings to its French website
Samsung was also spotted complying with the new French law
Researchers have already circumvented the Oculus Quest 2's mandatory Facebook integration
But they've wisely chosen to remain anonymous
Macs are now covered under Apple's independent repair provider program
More places to get your Mac repaired
Apple rolls out third-party repair program in Canada and EU
The pilot has been doing well in the US since initiated last summer
How to Replace the Battery in a DualShock 4 Controller
Sony's DualShock 4 is a really good controller that can double as your full-time PC gamepad as well. If you have an aging DS4, you may have noticed that it does not hold a charge as long as it once did. In this guide, we'll show you how to save over 70% by replacing your DualShock battery yourself.
Massachusetts is about to fight a very important right-to-repair battle
The state has already set a precedent with automobile right-to-repair legislature