It is a known situation that Apple does not like to have its own devices repaired outside of authorized services. The company previously prevented the use of features such as Face ID and Touch ID on these devices if official parts were not used in the repairs of the devices. However, on the Apple front, this seems to change completely with the Right to Repair law.
Apple backs Right to Repair bill in California
Right to Repair is known as an initiative that seeks to enable consumers to easily repair their own devices, and to allow manufacturers to make necessary parts easily accessible.
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According to iFixit, which sells repair parts and tools, Apple; California senator Susan Talamantes supported Eggman’s Right to Repair bill. According to Reuters, Apple sent a letter to state senators to support this bill. Kyle Wiens, CEO of iFixit, described Apple’s endorsement as “a milestone for consumer rights.”
If the bill becomes law, the parts, tools and documents required for the repair of products costing between $50 and $100; will need to be located in California for three years from the last date of manufacture.
Another important point brought by the draft law is criminal sanctions against companies. If manufacturers do not supply the necessary parts and tools, they will face daily fines.
If the law goes into effect, manufacturers will have to provide consumers and third-party service providers with the parts and diagnostic tools needed to repair their products.
As it is known, Apple has a long history of opposing the right to repair. However, the firm has been changing its approach to repairs over the past few years. For example, the company announced that it would begin selling parts and tools directly to consumers and offer repair manuals to help consumers fix their iPhone and Mac on their own. Time will tell if Apple really gives the support it needs to get the bill approved.
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