Apple’s self-repair diagnostics tool expands to Europe

TL;DR


• Apple has expanded its self-repair diagnostics tool to Europe, allowing customers in the region to access genuine Apple parts, tools, and repair manuals to fix their own devices. This move is part of Apple's efforts to empower customers and reduce electronic waste by enabling more sustainable repair options.

• The self-repair program, which launched in the United States in 2022, now includes iPhone 12, iPhone 13, and iPhone SE models, as well as M1-based Mac computers. Customers can order the necessary parts and tools through Apple's Self Service Repair Online Store and follow the provided repair manuals to fix common issues with their devices.

• The expansion of the self-repair program to Europe is a significant step forward in the right-to-repair movement, which advocates for consumers' ability to repair their own devices and reduce the environmental impact of electronic waste. This initiative aligns with the European Union's efforts to promote more sustainable and circular economies.

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