Third-party repair experts have a hard time fixing popular devices, and iFixit`s CEO says big tech companies are to blame.
What you need to know
The CEO and founder of iFixit discussed how difficult it is to repair popular gadgets at a recent hearing.
Microsoft, Apple, and Samsung were specifically called out for making it difficult to repair smartphones, laptops, and other devices.
It can be difficult or impossible for third-party repairers to obtain parts and tools required to fix some devices.
Microsoft, Samsung, Apple, and other major tech companies have been called out by iFixit co-founder and CEO Kyle Wiens regarding how difficult it is to repair hardware. Wiens explains that it`s difficult for third-party repairers to obtain the required tools and parts to fix popular smartphones, laptops, and other gadgets.
`We`ve seen manufacturers restrict our ability to buy parts,` said Wiens at the Productivity Commission`s virtual right to repair public hearing on Monday (via ZDNet...
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