Apple has relaxed its repair policy and will soon let customers and independent repair shops use genuine used parts to repair iPhones. At launch, it will be available only to the iPhone 15 series.
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Samsung and its partner Asurion will convert 50 existing uBreakiFix stores into flagship Samsung repair locations. The flagship stores will offer faster service and a better choice of repair options.
Samsung has launched a new Digital Service Center in India. It's a digital portal that allows users to access self-help DIY videos, book service repairs, and check the prices of spare parts.
Apple is raising the price of iPhone battery replacements by $20 from March 1. The iPhone 14 line-up is not affected but these phones already had a higher battery replacement price since launch.
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.
If you own the second-gen Surface Laptop Go and wonder how to take it apart safely, here is the official video from Microsoft showing how to disassemble the Surface Laptop Go 2 without breaking it.
Although Apple has not changed the prices of the new iPhone 14 models, there are some notable hikes when it comes to repairs. Owners of the new iPhones will have to pay more for replacing batteries.
Those excited about upgrading their MacBooks through Apple Self Service Repair are in for some disappointment as the company has stated that hardware upgrade processes are not supported.
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.
Samsung wants customers in the United States to have a go at repairing their Galaxy devices from the summer. It will work with iFixit to take you through the process of repairing select issues.
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.
Valve has confirmed that iFixit is the first, official vendor who will sell "certain" Valve Steam Deck repair and replacement parts. There is also a new, detailed teardown video of the gaming console.
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.
Microsoft has expanded its commercial spares program to offer more parts covering multiple Surface devices so IT technicians in organizations can service and repair hardware on-site.
Apple is expanding its independent repair provider program worldwide starting this week. Third-party repair providers will have access to genuine resources and free training sessions.
uBreakiFix has launched its "We Come to You" program, which consists of a fleet of more than 640 vehicles. Repairs like screen or battery replacement will be made in two hours or less.
Apple has announced that iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus devices produced after October 2018 are eligible for a free repair if they're failing to boot. A serial number checker determines eligibility.
If you didn't buy insurance for your Galaxy S10, you could be paying a pretty penny if you happen to drop your phone and crack the display. Samsung U.S. has updated its support page with prices.
During Tesla's earnings call for the fourth quarter of 2018, Elon Musk expressed interest in enabling the company's cars to automatically call a tow truck when a problem is detected.
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Apple is reportedly piloting a new repair program which will allow you to hang on to your older iPhone, iMac or MacBook Air plus other devices coming to the program, beyond the normal scope.
Today, Apple revealed its latest iPad Pro. The devices offer new designs with larger screens but also come with a larger repair cost if an issue is not covered under the manufacturer's warranty.
The venerable repair wizards at iFixit gave the latest batch of first-party hardware from Microsoft the teardown treatment and, as expected, the two devices are nearly impossible to repair.
New documentation provided by Apple to its Authorized Service Providers indicate that the company now requires the use of proprietary diagnostics software in order to complete repairs on some Macs.
Google has now started accepting mail-in repairs for its Pixel smartphones. Although Google will be handling the processing, it looks like the actual repairs will be handled by third-parties.
The Cupertino giant admitted on Friday that a manufacturing defect on the logic board on a few iPhone 8 units was causing freezing and more. The company is offering free repairs as a result.
Apple is in hot water over its throttling of older iPhone models to conserve battery life, and while its mea culpa means cheaper battery replacements, iFixit is joining in to offer an alternative.
Just about everyone who has ever had a mobile phone has cracked the screen at least once. It is one of the main reasons to get a warranty. But this new discovery could make that a thing of the past.
We knew that Apple was going to have to add the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X to its price guide, but we weren't expecting the price of screen repairs and other damage to jump on the older models as well.
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The Nintendo Switch has just hit markets, and while most folks are interested in what the console can do, some of us are intrigued by what makes it tick. Check out its insides in this teardown.
Apple will once again come out against a "right to repair" law being considered in Nebraska that would give users access to parts and repair manuals for the company's products.
Apple has updated its servicing information to include details of its newly released AirPods line. Lost, damaged or out of warranty repairs start at $69, but costs are lower for battery replacement.
Apple has quietly extended its 'Exchange and Repair' program for iMac computers affected by a 'droopy hinge' issue to cover devices up to five years. If you've paid for repair already, get a refund.
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Google's voice-activated speaker and digital assistant for your house, Home, has been torn down and had its innards exposed. Check out what powers the device and how it can easily be repaired.
The folks over at iFixit tore down Microsoft's Surface Book, awarding it an abysmal 1 out of 10 repairability score, which means that it is nearly impossible to fix.
Last year, a registry tweak was posted online that let you switch branches and view unreleased Windows 10 builds, but this crippled official Insider preview updates. Here's how to fix it.
In an effort to make the world a greener place, Microsoft has partnered up with iFixit to offer training to entrepreneurs that are trying to create local computer repair businesses.
Apple has launched a free replacement program for iPhone 5 owners with intermittent or non-working sleep / wake buttons. The program is eligible for units manufactured before April of 2013.
iFixit has taken to BlackBerry's flagship Z10 smartphone, showing how you too can do the same with your phone if you need to repair it. How well does the Z10 stack up in regards to repairs?
Suite of tools which will automatically optimize Windows so your PC will run like new. TuneUp Utilities makes Windows faster, more secure, and comfortable.
Windows 8 Manager is a system utility that helps you optimize, tweak, repair and clean up Windows 8. It bundles more than 30 different utilities in one and help your system faster and more stable.
