Neowin News Feed for: Repairs

Microsoft expands Xbox repairability program to include uBreakiFix for Series X|S repairs

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:44:01 +0000

Microsoft has appointed uBreakiFix its first Xbox Authorized Service Provider, which will offer in-person Xbox Series X|S repairs. Read more...

Report: Apple is making MacBook Pro speaker repairs more affordable

Ramat Adetunji — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 08:12:01 +0000

Apple is offering individual speaker parts for the latest MacBook Pro models, meaning more affordable repairs. Read more...

If you're heading to Euro 2024, Three says you're best off leaving your phone at home

Paul Hill — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 03:42:01 +0000

With the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament underway in Germany, Three has released new data which suggests that you're more likely to break your phone at stadiums and pubs, highlighting the need for a case. Read more...

Logitech partners with iFixit to enable more DIY repairs

Paul Hill — Wed, 17 May 2023 21:12:01 +0000

Logitech and iFixit have partnered up to supply repair guides and genuine parts for a limited number of Logitech products. The parts will be available this summer in the United States. Read more...

Google and Framework launch a Chromebook with customizable ports and more

Anushe Fawaz — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 19:04:01 +0000

Framework and Google have partnered to launch the Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition that lets users select the ports they need on their laptop, comes with customizable Bezels, and more. Read more...

Valve's Steam Deck finally gets official mail-in service centers for repairs

Alap Naik Desai — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 20:26:01 +0000

Valve will now accept broken, damaged, or malfunctioning Steam Deck to perform repairs. The company has a mail-in service which won't ask for a fee for eligible repairs that are covered by warranty. Read more...

New York State legislature passes right to repair bill, could help independent repair shops

Paul Hill — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 22:14:01 +0000

New York State just needs its governor's signature before the Fair Repair bill becomes law. It enables anyone to repair their devices and ensures manufacturers provide parts and software. Read more...

Microsoft shows how to disassemble and repair Surface Laptop Studio

Taras Buria — Sun, 24 Apr 2022 10:42:01 +0000

Microsoft has published a new video on the official Surface YouTube channel detailing how to disassemble and repair the Surface Laptop Studio. It also shows several unique design ideas Microsoft uses. Read more...

Apple will not fix iPhones marked as missing or stolen

Taras Buria — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:34:01 +0000

Apple reportedly notified its retail stores and authorized service providers about policy changes prohibiting fixing iPhones reported as stolen or missing in the GSMA Device Registry. Read more...

Google announces Chromebook repair program for schools, wants it as an elective course

Usama Jawad — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 15:16:01 +0000

Google has announced its Chromebook repair program, publishing documentation about how to do basic repairs yourself. It has encouraged schools to adopt it and wants it as an elective for students too. Read more...

Apple makes it harder to repair iPhone 13 display, DIY attempts could break Face ID

Usama Jawad — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 05:42:01 +0000

According to iFixit, Apple has made it more difficult to repair the display of an iPhone by soldering a microcontroller to it. Third-party or DIY attempts to replace it could break Face ID. Read more...

Microsoft agrees to expand "right to repair" options following shareholder pressure

Usama Jawad — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:18:01 +0000

Following a shareholder resolution filed against the company in July, Microsoft has reportedly agreed to increase repairability options for customers and facilitate local repair options. Read more...

Apple announces free repairs program for iPhone 12 handsets with sound issues

Usama Jawad — Sat, 28 Aug 2021 04:50:01 +0000

Apple has detailed a new service program which offers free repairs to iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro devices which do not emit sound during calls due to a failure on the receiver module. Read more...

EE extends in-store phone repairs to boost circular economy

Paul Hill — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 17:00:01 +0000

EE has announced that 17 more of its stores in the West Midlands will offer in-store phone repairs. Its own research showed 60% throw their phones away before attempting to fix them. Read more...

UK MPs criticise lacklustre tech sustainability efforts

Paul Hill — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:20:01 +0000

A new report published by UK MPs has suggested how the government could tackle the issue of electronic waste. It criticised online retailers like Amazon for not offering to collect e-waste. Read more...

Apple's independent repair program expands to Europe and Canada

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 14:08:01 +0000

Apple has announced that its Independent Repair Provider Program has allowed over 140 companies in the U.S. to service Apple devices, and the program is now expanding to more countries. Read more...

Every Best Buy location in the U.S. is now a certified Apple repair center

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 15:08:05 +0000

Apple has announced a partnership with Best Buy stores in the United States, which turns every store location into a member of Apple's authorized service network, making repairs easier. Read more...

Apple's repair services now apply to iPhones with third-party batteries

Jay Bonggolto — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:58:01 +0000

An internal document from Apple reveals that iPhones with third-party batteries are now eligible for regular repair services at any Genius Bar and Apple Authorized Service Providers. Read more...

Apple announces free repairs for iPhone X ghost touch and 13-inch MacBook Pro SSD issues

Boyd Chan — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 02:16:01 +0000

Two new repair programs have been launched by Apple to tackle issues with iPhone X touchscreen reliability as well as potential data loss in the non-Touch Bar version of the 13-inch MacBook Pro. Read more...

Free servicing available for 42mm Apple Watch Series 2 units with expanding batteries

Boyd Chan — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 05:20:01 +0000

Following a similar situation with first-generation units, Apple has amended its service policy for 42mm variants of the Apple Watch Series 2 which either fail to power on or have a swollen battery. Read more...

Leaked document reveals Apple warranty guidelines

Usen Joshua O. — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 03:28:01 +0000

A leaked Apple warranty guide for technicians reveals the criteria for warranty repairs or replacements by technicians at Apple stores and the inspection process to enable such decisions. Read more...

Apple offers three years of repair coverage for 1st-gen Apple Watch with 'swollen' batteries

Andy Weir — Mon, 01 May 2017 13:22:01 +0000

First-generation Apple Watch models experiencing issues with 'swollen' or 'expanded' batteries are now covered for repairs for three years, as Apple has expanded its service coverage period. Read more...

Lumia 'self-help app' released by Microsoft's new official service and support partner

Andy Weir — Fri, 23 Dec 2016 12:50:26 +0000

Microsoft's new global customer support partner has launched a 'self-help app' to assist users in diagnosing problems with their phones, along with new insurance plans to protect against damage. Read more...

Microsoft to Offer Free Repairs on all 2005 Xbox 360's

Christopher Vendemio — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 23:10:04 +0000

Continuing with the birthday festivities (and perhaps feeling pity for the early adopters), Microsoft is now extending the warranty of all Xbox 360 units purchased before January 1, 2006 to a full one year warranty.... Read more...

Apple Expands iBook Logic Board Repairs

Thu, 29 Apr 2004 19:47:06 +0000

Apple Computer, Inc. has updated its iBook Logic Board Repair Program to include coverage for additional models. According to Apple's site, the following models are now eligible for this program: iBook (16 VRAM) iBook... Read more...