It’s part ofa growing nationwide movementintended to reduce electronic waste and reduce costs for consumers.
“Until relatively recently, there was no issue with thatyou could just tinker with what you had.
The bill is currently under discussion in the California Assembly following its Senate approval in June.
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A forthcoming vote in the Assembly Appropriations Committee is anticipated.
It feels like the Berlin Wall of tech repair monopolies is starting to crumble, brick by brick.
For products priced over $99.99, repair resources must be accessible for seven years.
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This stipulation ensures manufacturers cannot cease repair support immediately after a product’s warranty expires.
Over the past year,three states have enacted Right to Repairlaws.
How Self Repairs Save Money
The right to repair can save you money.
Typically, what the manufacturer would do is replace your entire motherboard.
