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Right to repair
French Group Files Complaint Against Apple Over Device Repairability
Reports indicate that a French environmental group is filing a complaint against Apple regarding how the company handles device repairability.
Apple Extends Its Self Service Repair Program to Eight Countries in Europe
Apple has officially announced that its Self Service Repair Program is now launching in eight European countries, including the U.K.
iFixIt Argues Apple's Self Service Repair Program Makes MacBooks 'Seem Less Repairable'
Apple has expanded its self-repair program to include M1 MacBooks, however, a report from iFixIt argues Apple may be complicating repairs
Experienced Technicians Having Issues with Apple's New Self-Service Repair Program
On Monday, “NPR” interviewed an expert phone repairer concerning their thoughts on Apple’s Self-Service Repair program.
New York Is the First State to Pass Electronics Right to Repair’ Law
In a first for the electronics Right to Repair movement, New York passed a law requiring manufacturers provide repair manuals to consumers.
Apple’s Self-Service Repair Program Meets Some, Not All, of What We Wanted
Apple’s self-service repair program is a good start. It has a serious flaw, though: cost. You pay more for some parts than the repair itself.
Apple Launches Self-Service Repair Program Website
Apple’s long-awaited self-service repair website is live. You can download repair manuals, order genuine Apple parts, and buy or rent tools.
Users and Critics Question if Apple Remembers Self Service Repair Program
November 2021 saw Apple announcing the Self Service Repair program. Expected early 2022, many are wondering if Apple remembers the service.
Mac Studio SSD Swap Sparks Controversy, Sparks Right to Repair Debates
As customers receive their new Mac Studios, some are attempting to swap out parts. This is proving more complicated than it would seem.
Bipartisan Senate Bill Could Make ‘Right to Repair’ National Mandate
A bipartisan Senate bill recently introduced hopes to make Right to Repair federal law, not just a national movement.
Right to Repair Not Just for iPhones Anymore - TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-02
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss right-to-repair battles happening on a new front, and how your iPhone could benefit.
'Agricultural Right to Repair Act' Could Expand Repair for Farmers
The Agricultural Right to Repair Act was recently introduced in the Senate, sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.).
iOS 15.2 Lets Users View iPhone Parts and Service History
As of iOS 15.2, consumers will be able to view their iPhone parts and service history straight in the Settings app.
iFixit Partners With Library Futures to Donate 100 Toolkits to Libraries
iFixit is partnering with Library Futures, a nonprofit library advocacy group. The company will donate 100 toolkits to libraries.
Apple's DIY Repair Program
Check out what’s new with Apple’s DIY Repair Program in this mini-segment from Mac Geek Gab 901.
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Apple and Right to Repair – TMO Daily Observations 2021-11-17
Today, Kelly sits down with Kyle Wiens, CEO of iFixit, to discuss Apple’s announcement of Self Service Repair and what it means for users.
Apple Makes Device Repair Easier With Self Service Repair Program
Apple has announced Self Service Repair, a program that will give individuals access to genuine Apple parts and tools for repair.
Apple to Stop Breaking iPhone 13 Face ID After Screen Replacement
Earlier in November, we learned that Apple had engineered the iPhone 13 in a way detrimental to Right to Repair. Currently, if Apple doesn’t “bless” your iPhone 13 screen replacement, iOS deactivates Face ID. Now, the iPhone maker has told The Verge it’s backing down on that requirement. A software update is coming to make things a lot easier. Repair technicians replacing iPhone 13 screens won’t have to worry about that microcontroller.
Apple tells The Verge it will release a software update that doesn’t require you to transfer the microcontroller to keep Face ID working after a screen swap.
Replacing Your iPhone 13 Screen May Break FaceID
Apple seems to have dealt another blow to the consumer’s right to repair. Replacing your iPhone 13 screen could break FaceID.
Shocking Report Reveals How Apple 'Undermines' Third-Party Repair Efforts
A report on Tuesday reveals how Apple undermines third-party repair efforts. Eight training videos were leaked.
Explaining The Right to Repair Row
The issue of Apple and the Right to Repair is something we’ve covered extensively here on The Mac Observer. In a new video, the Wall Street Journal‘s Joanna Stern provides an explanation of the controversy surrounding the issue.
FCC Increases Enforcement Efforts Against Right to Repair Violations
On Wednesday the FCC voted to increase law enforcement efforts against violations of Right to Repair laws.
The policy statement adopted today is aimed at manufacturers’ practices that make it extremely difficult for purchasers to repair their products or shop around for other service providers to do it for them. By enforcing against restrictions that violate antitrust or consumer protection laws, the Commission is taking important steps to restore the right to repair.
Steve Wozniak: It’s 'Time to Recognize’ Right to Repair
In a video message, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak said that “it’s time to recognize the Right to Repair more fully.”