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technology1 year ago

"Apple Expands iPhone Repair Options to Include Used Genuine Parts"

Apple has announced that it will relax restrictions on repairing newer iPhones by allowing customers to replace broken parts with used components without previous software limits, starting this fall. This change comes after Oregon passed a law outlawing Apple's practice of tying parts to software, known as "parts pairing." The new policy will remove these restrictions for the iPhone 15, released last year, and will apply to genuine Apple parts, simplifying repairs and potentially saving customers money.

via The New York Times|
#apple#iphone#parts
technology2 years ago

Samsung's Self-Repair Program Expands Globally, Now Includes Foldable Phones

Samsung is expanding its self-repair program to include more devices and additional countries. The program, launched in partnership with iFixit, will now offer parts and repair manuals for Samsung's newest models, including foldable phones like the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5. The program will also cover the flagship S23 models, mid-range phones like the Galaxy A05s, and tablets and laptops. The expansion will bring the repair program to 30 additional countries, totaling 43 countries where Samsung users can access self-repair options. However, it is unclear if iFixit is still involved in this expansion.

via Ars Technica|
#expansion#parts#repair-program
technology2 years ago

Microsoft Expands Repairability Efforts to Xbox Controllers with Official Replacement Parts

Microsoft is now offering repair and replacement parts for Xbox controllers, including the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and the standard Xbox Wireless Controller. The parts include top cases, button replacement sets, inner circuit boards, and potentiometers to fix stick drift. Microsoft is also providing written and video guides to assist with the repair process. The move follows Microsoft's agreement to expand parts and repair options, and it aligns with the company's pivot to offer more at-home service options.

via Ars Technica|
#controllers#microsoft#parts
technology2 years ago

"Unveiling the Secrets of 99% Partspriation: A Comprehensive Analysis"

The author shares their experience of ordering parts for a project and discovering new uses for them, leading to a phenomenon they call "partspiration." They discuss the versatility of round smartwatch displays and how they sparked ideas for various projects. Additionally, the author mentions the ongoing Hackaday Prize challenge, which focuses on DIY tools and workflow accelerators.

via Hackaday|
#diy-tools#hackaday-prize#parts
automotive2 years ago

Hyundai and Kia owners frustrated by parts backlog after vehicle thefts.

Hyundai and Kia owners who have had their vehicles stolen are facing frustration due to a national backlog in parts. Jillian Duarte's 2018 Hyundai Sonata was stolen and later found abandoned and wrecked, with an estimated repair cost of $5500. However, she has been told that she is still weeks away from getting back behind the wheel due to the backlog on Hyundai parts. The City of Buffalo is on pace for 3000 thefts by the end of 2023, which would almost triple the normal average.

via WKBW 7 News Buffalo|
#automotive#backlog#car-theft