AllYouCanTech

Consumer technology has integrated into our everyday routines: smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, gadgets, and beyond. Many of these items come with a significant price tag. When they develop technical problems or fail completely, it often seems like you have only two choices — take it to a repair shop or purchase a completely new device. Yet, a DIY movement that is gaining traction at the legislative level is looking to change this scenario.

This movement is known as the Right to Repair. It emphasizes that consumers who buy technology should be able to access the documentation, components, and tools necessary to perform repairs themselves. Platforms like iFixit are at the forefront of this initiative. This movement is pushing manufacturers to be accountable for creating products that are not easily repairable, for keeping essential documents crucial for the repair process under wraps, and for producing items that are more inclined to be replaced than repaired.