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Google Updates Repair Policy to Allow Non-OEM Parts

Originally Published 1 year ago — by 9to5Google

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Google has revised its repair policy for Pixel devices, which previously stated that devices with unauthorized parts would not be returned to their owners. Following criticism, Google now confirms it will return such devices even if repairs cannot be completed due to safety concerns. The company is updating its Terms and Conditions to reflect this change.

iFixit Ends Partnership with Samsung Over Repairability Issues

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Engadget

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Samsung requires independent repair shops to report customers using aftermarket parts and provide personal information to the company, as revealed by 404 Media. This practice, which could violate Right to Repair laws in some states, has led to criticism and the end of a partnership with iFixit.

iFixit Ends Partnership Over Samsung's Repairability Issues

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge

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Samsung is under scrutiny for allegedly requiring independent repair shops to share customers' personal information and report the use of aftermarket parts. A leaked contract reveals that repair shops must provide Samsung with detailed customer data and remove third-party parts, raising privacy concerns and potential legal issues under new right-to-repair laws.

"MW3 & Warzone Update: Aftermarket Parts Overhaul and Best Season 1 Loadouts"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by CharlieINTEL.com

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Call of Duty released a surprise update for MW3 and Warzone on January 23, bringing improvements, bug fixes, and a major Aftermarket Parts rework. The update includes overhauled Aftermarket Parts, weapon balance adjustments, bug fixes, and improvements to customization, multiplayer, progression, modes, weapons, attachments, equipment, zombies, and Warlords in Warzone. Notably, the AMR9 and Holger 556's Aftermarket Parts were criticized for poor performance and have been adjusted, along with bug fixes and improvements to various game modes and equipment.