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The Right to Repair movement is gaining traction but is hindered by inconsistent progress and significant barriers, especially in affordability and accessibility.

The iPhone 16's Battery Is Easier to Replace, Finally

EU regulations mandate smartphone manufacturers to provide spare parts and software updates, impacting designs and repair policies like Apple's parts pairing.

iFixit marks iPhone 16 arrival with battery-powered soldering iron launch | TechCrunch

iFixit launches a portable soldering iron to enhance DIY repair accessibility for home users, reflecting growing repairability trends.

Apple makes a major change that makes it easier to repair iPhones

Apple is planning to allow select iPhone models to receive used genuine Apple parts for repair, signaling a positive step for the 'right to repair' movement.

Apple Is Making It Slightly Easier to Repair Your iPhone

Apple is making it easier to get iPhone fixed with used parts for select models starting this fall.

States are moving to ban parts pairing which Apple argued was necessary for security and functionality.

Apple's new update is finally making it easier to repair your broken iPhone on your own

Apple's iOS 18 update simplifies self-repair for iPhone users with its new "Repair Assistant" feature.

The state of Right to Repair - progress, but only for some

The Right to Repair movement is gaining traction but is hindered by inconsistent progress and significant barriers, especially in affordability and accessibility.

The iPhone 16's Battery Is Easier to Replace, Finally

EU regulations mandate smartphone manufacturers to provide spare parts and software updates, impacting designs and repair policies like Apple's parts pairing.

iFixit marks iPhone 16 arrival with battery-powered soldering iron launch | TechCrunch

iFixit launches a portable soldering iron to enhance DIY repair accessibility for home users, reflecting growing repairability trends.

Apple makes a major change that makes it easier to repair iPhones

Apple is planning to allow select iPhone models to receive used genuine Apple parts for repair, signaling a positive step for the 'right to repair' movement.

Apple Is Making It Slightly Easier to Repair Your iPhone

Apple is making it easier to get iPhone fixed with used parts for select models starting this fall.

States are moving to ban parts pairing which Apple argued was necessary for security and functionality.

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#sustainability

The right to repair electronics is now law in 3 states. Is Big Tech complying?

New laws now require manufacturers in several U.S. states to make repair materials available, promoting sustainability and consumer rights.

The benefits of a circular economy in tech

The circular economy in tech emphasizes product reuse and recycling to reduce waste and costs, moving away from a linear consumption model.

Microsoft and iFixit now sell official Xbox Series X/S replacement parts for DIY repairs

Xbox expands repair program for Series X/S, promoting sustainability and right-to-repair.

Intel pitches modular PCs to cut e-waste, ease repairs

Intel advocates for a modular PC design to enhance repairability and reduce electronic waste.

What has happened to the Right to Repair?

Right to Repair empowers consumers to repair purchased products and challenges the practice of built-in obsolescence.

If You're Going to Make Something, Here's How to Make It Robust

Christopher Tidy promotes a system for designing products that are easy to repair, contributing to sustainability and reducing electronic waste.

The right to repair electronics is now law in 3 states. Is Big Tech complying?

New laws now require manufacturers in several U.S. states to make repair materials available, promoting sustainability and consumer rights.

The benefits of a circular economy in tech

The circular economy in tech emphasizes product reuse and recycling to reduce waste and costs, moving away from a linear consumption model.

Microsoft and iFixit now sell official Xbox Series X/S replacement parts for DIY repairs

Xbox expands repair program for Series X/S, promoting sustainability and right-to-repair.

Intel pitches modular PCs to cut e-waste, ease repairs

Intel advocates for a modular PC design to enhance repairability and reduce electronic waste.

What has happened to the Right to Repair?

Right to Repair empowers consumers to repair purchased products and challenges the practice of built-in obsolescence.

If You're Going to Make Something, Here's How to Make It Robust

Christopher Tidy promotes a system for designing products that are easy to repair, contributing to sustainability and reducing electronic waste.

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#john-deere

John Deere faces U.S. lawsuit over farmers' ability to repair tractors

John Deere faces a federal lawsuit for allegedly restricting farmers' access to repair their own equipment, increasing costs and delays.

John Deere accused of breaking right-to-repair promises

Senator Warren questions John Deere's commitment to the right to repair, implying potential violations of the Clean Air Act.

John Deere accused of 'excluding' right-to-repair language in its manuals

Senator Warren alleges John Deere's manuals violate the Clean Air Act by omitting repair information crucial for farmers.

Warren calls for transparency in repair manuals to protect farmers' rights.

The right to repair battle is intensifying as equipment becomes more software-reliant.

FTC sues John Deere for 'unfairly' raising repair costs on farm equipment

John Deere's practices have raised repair costs and restricted farmers' ability to repair their own equipment, prompting a lawsuit from the FTC.

FTC sues John Deere over 'unfair corporate tactics' and 'high repair costs'

The FTC is suing John Deere for practices that limit farmers' ability to repair their own equipment, leading to higher repair costs.

John Deere announces expanded access to self-repair tools in Canada

John Deere is expanding access to repair tools for Canadian customers.

John Deere faces U.S. lawsuit over farmers' ability to repair tractors

John Deere faces a federal lawsuit for allegedly restricting farmers' access to repair their own equipment, increasing costs and delays.

John Deere accused of breaking right-to-repair promises

Senator Warren questions John Deere's commitment to the right to repair, implying potential violations of the Clean Air Act.

John Deere accused of 'excluding' right-to-repair language in its manuals

Senator Warren alleges John Deere's manuals violate the Clean Air Act by omitting repair information crucial for farmers.

Warren calls for transparency in repair manuals to protect farmers' rights.

The right to repair battle is intensifying as equipment becomes more software-reliant.

FTC sues John Deere for 'unfairly' raising repair costs on farm equipment

John Deere's practices have raised repair costs and restricted farmers' ability to repair their own equipment, prompting a lawsuit from the FTC.

FTC sues John Deere over 'unfair corporate tactics' and 'high repair costs'

The FTC is suing John Deere for practices that limit farmers' ability to repair their own equipment, leading to higher repair costs.

John Deere announces expanded access to self-repair tools in Canada

John Deere is expanding access to repair tools for Canadian customers.

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#consumer-rights

Automakers excoriated by Senators for fighting right-to-repair

Senators urge automakers to support the right-to-repair movement, emphasizing consumer data protection and fair access to repairs from independent outlets.

Tesla enables the right to repair by opening Parts Catalog to public

Tesla is partially enabling the right to repair by opening its Electronic Parts Catalog, allowing owners to buy some parts directly.

Automakers excoriated by Senators for fighting right-to-repair

Senators urge automakers to support the right-to-repair movement, emphasizing consumer data protection and fair access to repairs from independent outlets.

Tesla enables the right to repair by opening Parts Catalog to public

Tesla is partially enabling the right to repair by opening its Electronic Parts Catalog, allowing owners to buy some parts directly.

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#legislation

Senators rip into automakers for selling customer data and blocking right to repair

Automotive companies resist right-to-repair laws for profit, not consumer privacy, according to bipartisan senators.

The Right to Repair Movement Explained by Gay Gordon-Byrne

The Right to Repair movement advocates for better repair access and legislation to empower consumers against manufacturer monopolies.

Dems push 'right to repair' mandate after proposal was stripped from NDAA

The new legislation mandates U.S. military's right to repair equipment to enhance readiness and efficiency. It aims to reduce dependency on defense contractors.

Senators rip into automakers for selling customer data and blocking right to repair

Automotive companies resist right-to-repair laws for profit, not consumer privacy, according to bipartisan senators.

The Right to Repair Movement Explained by Gay Gordon-Byrne

The Right to Repair movement advocates for better repair access and legislation to empower consumers against manufacturer monopolies.

Dems push 'right to repair' mandate after proposal was stripped from NDAA

The new legislation mandates U.S. military's right to repair equipment to enhance readiness and efficiency. It aims to reduce dependency on defense contractors.

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This $800 Emotional Support Robot for Kids Will Soon Be Bricked-Without Refunds

Embodied has bricked its Moxie robot, ceasing all repair services and support, affecting customers financially.

#openwrt

Open source router firmware OpenWrt ships its own hardware

OpenWrt One hardware platform embodies the principles of open-source software and the right to repair movement.

The OpenWRT One router is designed with 'software freedom and right to repair' in mind | TechCrunch

OpenWRT One is the first router designed with complete software freedom and repairability in mind.

Open source router firmware OpenWrt ships its own hardware

OpenWrt One hardware platform embodies the principles of open-source software and the right to repair movement.

The OpenWRT One router is designed with 'software freedom and right to repair' in mind | TechCrunch

OpenWRT One is the first router designed with complete software freedom and repairability in mind.

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Madrone Jab MTB Derailleur is a Serviceable 9-12sp Mechanical Beauty Cheaper Than XX1

Madrone Cycles' Jab is a future-proof, adaptable mountain bike derailleur designed for durability and ease of servicing, aligning with the 'right to repair' ethos.

The Right to Repair Movement Will Keep On Fixin'

The future of populism in US politics may influence tech competition and repair policies.

Canada okays bypassing software locks for repairs

Canada's new laws enhance the right to repair by allowing circumvention of digital locks for repairs and interoperability.

These bills represent a significant advancement, but do not provide access to tools needed to bypass protection measures.

#mcdonalds

McDonald's wins legal battle to fix 'one of life's greatest nuisances'

McDonald's wins the right to repair its ice cream machines, enabling faster fixes and increasing reliability for customers.

A new copyright rule lets McDonald's fix its own broken ice cream machines

McDonald's ice cream machines are often broken, leading to a new law encouraging quicker repairs for better customer service.

McDonald's restaurants finally have a solution to its busted McFlurry machine problem

A court ruling now allows McDonald's franchises to repair their McFlurry machines, addressing long-standing customer frustrations over broken machines.

McDonald's broken ice cream machines could get fixed faster thanks to new federal rule | TechCrunch

Federal ruling allows more technicians to repair McDonald's ice cream machines, enhancing the right to repair community.

McDonald's wins legal battle to fix 'one of life's greatest nuisances'

McDonald's wins the right to repair its ice cream machines, enabling faster fixes and increasing reliability for customers.

A new copyright rule lets McDonald's fix its own broken ice cream machines

McDonald's ice cream machines are often broken, leading to a new law encouraging quicker repairs for better customer service.

McDonald's restaurants finally have a solution to its busted McFlurry machine problem

A court ruling now allows McDonald's franchises to repair their McFlurry machines, addressing long-standing customer frustrations over broken machines.

McDonald's broken ice cream machines could get fixed faster thanks to new federal rule | TechCrunch

Federal ruling allows more technicians to repair McDonald's ice cream machines, enhancing the right to repair community.

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iFixit's Portable Soldering Iron Deserves a Space on Your Work Bench

The right-to-repair movement necessitates not just permission but skills and tools to effectively repair devices.

iFixit wants to fix the soldering iron

iFixit's FixHub soldering iron enhances DIY repairs with innovative features like fast heating and safety mechanisms, fostering the Right to Repair movement.

The Samsung right-to-repair story just got worse

Samsung is mandating independent repair shops to disclose customer information and remove aftermarket parts during repairs, raising privacy concerns.

The case for the iPad Pro

The discussion covers the necessity of advanced features in new iPads, Sonos' evolution and challenges, and the complexity of making a device that does everything.

Tesla's tight grip on repairs sparks courtroom showdown

Tesla faces lawsuit for restricting repair options.

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Apple's new update is finally making it easier to repair your broken iPhone on your own

The state of Right to Repair - progress, but only for some

The iPhone 16's Battery Is Easier to Replace, Finally

iFixit marks iPhone 16 arrival with battery-powered soldering iron launch | TechCrunch

Apple makes a major change that makes it easier to repair iPhones

Apple Is Making It Slightly Easier to Repair Your iPhone

Apple's new update is finally making it easier to repair your broken iPhone on your own

The state of Right to Repair - progress, but only for some

The iPhone 16's Battery Is Easier to Replace, Finally

iFixit marks iPhone 16 arrival with battery-powered soldering iron launch | TechCrunch

Apple makes a major change that makes it easier to repair iPhones

Apple Is Making It Slightly Easier to Repair Your iPhone

The right to repair electronics is now law in 3 states. Is Big Tech complying?

The benefits of a circular economy in tech

Microsoft and iFixit now sell official Xbox Series X/S replacement parts for DIY repairs

Intel pitches modular PCs to cut e-waste, ease repairs

What has happened to the Right to Repair?

If You're Going to Make Something, Here's How to Make It Robust

The right to repair electronics is now law in 3 states. Is Big Tech complying?

The benefits of a circular economy in tech

Microsoft and iFixit now sell official Xbox Series X/S replacement parts for DIY repairs

Intel pitches modular PCs to cut e-waste, ease repairs

What has happened to the Right to Repair?

If You're Going to Make Something, Here's How to Make It Robust

John Deere faces U.S. lawsuit over farmers' ability to repair tractors

John Deere accused of breaking right-to-repair promises

John Deere accused of 'excluding' right-to-repair language in its manuals

FTC sues John Deere for 'unfairly' raising repair costs on farm equipment

FTC sues John Deere over 'unfair corporate tactics' and 'high repair costs'

John Deere announces expanded access to self-repair tools in Canada

John Deere faces U.S. lawsuit over farmers' ability to repair tractors

John Deere accused of breaking right-to-repair promises

John Deere accused of 'excluding' right-to-repair language in its manuals

FTC sues John Deere for 'unfairly' raising repair costs on farm equipment

FTC sues John Deere over 'unfair corporate tactics' and 'high repair costs'

John Deere announces expanded access to self-repair tools in Canada

Automakers excoriated by Senators for fighting right-to-repair

Tesla enables the right to repair by opening Parts Catalog to public

Automakers excoriated by Senators for fighting right-to-repair

Tesla enables the right to repair by opening Parts Catalog to public

Senators rip into automakers for selling customer data and blocking right to repair

The Right to Repair Movement Explained by Gay Gordon-Byrne

Dems push 'right to repair' mandate after proposal was stripped from NDAA

Senators rip into automakers for selling customer data and blocking right to repair

The Right to Repair Movement Explained by Gay Gordon-Byrne

Dems push 'right to repair' mandate after proposal was stripped from NDAA

This $800 Emotional Support Robot for Kids Will Soon Be Bricked-Without Refunds

Open source router firmware OpenWrt ships its own hardware

The OpenWRT One router is designed with 'software freedom and right to repair' in mind | TechCrunch

Open source router firmware OpenWrt ships its own hardware

The OpenWRT One router is designed with 'software freedom and right to repair' in mind | TechCrunch

Madrone Jab MTB Derailleur is a Serviceable 9-12sp Mechanical Beauty Cheaper Than XX1

The Right to Repair Movement Will Keep On Fixin'

Canada okays bypassing software locks for repairs

McDonald's wins legal battle to fix 'one of life's greatest nuisances'

A new copyright rule lets McDonald's fix its own broken ice cream machines

McDonald's restaurants finally have a solution to its busted McFlurry machine problem

McDonald's broken ice cream machines could get fixed faster thanks to new federal rule | TechCrunch

McDonald's wins legal battle to fix 'one of life's greatest nuisances'

A new copyright rule lets McDonald's fix its own broken ice cream machines

McDonald's restaurants finally have a solution to its busted McFlurry machine problem

McDonald's broken ice cream machines could get fixed faster thanks to new federal rule | TechCrunch

iFixit's Portable Soldering Iron Deserves a Space on Your Work Bench

iFixit wants to fix the soldering iron

The Samsung right-to-repair story just got worse

The case for the iPad Pro

Tesla's tight grip on repairs sparks courtroom showdown

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