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Microsoft's enhanced collaboration with iFixit means you can fix your own Surface device
You can now buy replacement parts for your Surface device through iFixit, should you want to fix your device on your own
Microsoft is enhancing its partnership with iFixit, and it's good news for do-it-yourself (DIY) fixers. Indeed, iFixit will now offer additional Surface repair parts, building on the offerings that you already could have purchased on the Microsoft Store, and the tools authorized service providers could purchase. Microsoft hopes that this availability will make its products even more repairable, especially for those folks who have devices that are out of warranty, and have technical skills.
You'll soon be able to repair your Google Pixel Fold with parts from iFixit
Good news for those that want to repair their Pixel Fold at home.
Over the past few years, smartphone companies have made big strides and formed good partnerships in order to make self-repairs easier by partnering with companies like iFixit to supply official manuals, parts, and more. Currently, iFixit is working with a number of big companies, one of those being Google, a partnership that started last year, allowing the company to offer parts for the Pixel 2 and up. Now, iFixit will also offer parts for the recently released Pixel Fold, making it the first foldable that can be repaired from the comfort of your home.
Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro parts are now available through iFixit
If you've been needing to get your hands on some genuine parts for your Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro, iFixit now has them in stock.
Earlier in the year, Google announced that it would partner with iFixit to offer parts and repair guides for some of its most popular products. The initial release stated that iFixit would carry parts for the Pixel 2 through the Pixel 6 and beyond. A couple of months later, those parts would become available on iFixit, giving eager enthusiasts a new place to get parts. Now, it looks like the company is offering parts for Google's latest handsets, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro.
Samsung partners with iFixit for a Self-Repair Program for the Galaxy S21 and S20 series
Samsung has partnered with iFixit to launch its new Self-Repair Program that will provide parts and manuals for the Galaxy S21 and S20 series.
The right to repair one's own electronic devices has been a hot topic over the past few years. Because of this, some of the biggest names in consumer technology like Google and Apple have started to offer easy access to genuine parts, manuals, and tools, so that consumers can repair their own products. Samsung is now throwing its hat into the ring, debuting its "Self-Repair Program" in partnership with iFixit.
Official Google Pixel parts are now available from iFixit
If you like to take repairs into your own hands, you'll be happy to know that official Google Pixel parts are now available from iFixit.
Some months back, Google announced that it would be making Pixel replacement parts available through iFixit. Today, iFixit has announced that it is officially carrying parts for the Pixel 2, Pixel 6, and anything in between.
Apple Watch Series 7 teardown reveals no diagnostic port and iPhone 13-like display
iFixit's teardown of the Series 7 reveals the same "on-cell touch" display technology found in the iPhone 13, plus other changes.
The launch of every new Apple product is usually accompanied by a teardown article (and sometimes a video) from the folks at iFixit. Sure enough, with the Apple Watch Series 7 now shipping to buyers, iFixit has graced us with an incredibly detailed teardown. Although the latest Apple Watches don't appear too different on the outside, the teardown revealed a few interesting changes to manufacturing and design, including similarities with the iPhone 13 series.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live teardown showcases easy repairability and Bean references
An iFixit teardown of the new Samsung Galaxy Buds Live TWS earphones showcases easy repairability and highlights bean references. C
Samsung's new Galaxy Buds Live have scored an 8 out of 10 for repairability in iFixit's recent teardown of the TWS earphones, higher than both the Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Buds+. Although the new earbuds are smaller and feature an atypical design, the Galaxy Buds Live aren't difficult to pry open, and their wireless charging case is also easy to repair with the right set of tools.
Google Pixel 2 XL Teardown Receives a Repairability Score of 6 Out of 10
iFixit gives the Pixel 2 XL a repairability score of 6 out of 10 with negative points due to the stubborn midframe and tight-fitting display cable covers.
iFixit doesn't get around to tearing down as many smartphones as some would like, but when they do feature a teardown we are always eager to check it out. With the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL arriving at publications and pre-order customer's doorsteps this week, many are curious as to how it stacks up against other devices. As far as repairability is concerned, iFixit rates it 6 out of 10 with negative points due to the stubborn midframe and tight-fitting display cable covers.
Why Images in some Camera Apps are Upside Down on the Nexus 5X
Some camera apps on the Nexus 5X display upside-down, and it's due to a rare manufacturing decision. Here's how it happens and how it can be fixed.
New users of the Google Nexus 5X may have noticed a peculiar problem arise when they snap a picture using some third-party camera apps - the image ends up being upside-down!