Apple expands self-service repair to Mac notebooks.
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Apple is expanding its self-service repair program to include some of its laptops, which means you’ll be able to do some repairs yourself.
The company said users with MacBook models that have M1 chips, which include both the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, can order certified parts, access repair manuals, and rent the tools needed to fix those devices. or will be able to buy, starting Tuesday, August 23. in a statement on Monday.
Apple said customers will be able to do more than a dozen repairs themselves, including fixing the trackpad, top case with battery, display and more. It will add additional repair options later.
Earlier this year, Apple launched a self-service repair program for the iPhone 12, iPhone SE and iPhone 13 models. The inclusion of certain MacBooks in the program is part of the company’s plan to expand self-service repair to all of its products.
Apple said the program will expand to other countries starting in Europe, and include other MacBook models later this year.
Apple’s decision to allow customers to repair their devices comes as a “right to repair” movement that has pressured US regulators to give consumers more control over its products.
Customers can rent devices from Apple for $49 for a week if they don’t want to buy them outright. In some cases, customers may also get credit for returning the replaced part for recycling.
Despite opening up the program, Apple said in its blog post that visiting a certified technician with genuine Apple parts is still “the safest and most reliable way to get repairs for most customers” who have electronic devices repaired. does not have experience. ,
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