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technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Oregon Governor Signs Landmark Right-to-Repair Law Banning Parts Pairing"

Oregon's new right-to-repair law, SB 1596, signed by Governor Tina Kotek, is the first in the U.S. to ban parts pairing, giving residents more control over their devices. However, the law only applies to products manufactured after January 1st, 2025, and excludes video game consoles. Parts pairing, a tactic used by manufacturers to dictate repair parts, is now prohibited, but the Entertainment Software Association has been vocal in opposing the inclusion of game consoles in right-to-repair legislation due to piracy concerns.

via IGN|

#device-manufacturers #oregon #parts-pairing

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

California Implements Right-to-Repair Law, Addressing IP Law Concerns

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the Right to Repair Act into law, making it easier for device owners to repair their devices themselves or take them to independent repair shops. The law requires manufacturers to provide tools, parts, software, and documentation for devices priced above $100 for seven years after production. This move may have a nationwide impact, as California is one of the largest economies and home to major device makers like Apple and Google. The law is effective from July 1st, 2021, with some exceptions for game consoles and alarm systems.

via The Verge|

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