Apple announces a DIY repair program, Google fixes your Pixel 6, Subaru disappoints U.S. customers, and more

November 18, 2021

Get ready for the shock of your life—Apple just announced that it’s opening a Self Service Repair program next year. The company will tell customers how to repair their devices, sell authentic replacement parts, and even grant customers access to top-secret diagnostic tools.

This is a major step for Apple, a company that deserves much of the blame for today’s barely-repairable phones and laptops. But it’s not enough. And in some ways, the Self Service Repair program could benefit Apple more than it helps customers, small businesses, or the environment.

Check out our top story to learn more about Self Service Repair and to see what our friends at iFixit think of Apple’s foray into the DIY repair business.

Other Highlights:

• Google is sending out an update to fix your Pixel 6 fingerprint reader. At least, that’s the hope.
• The long-awaited Subaru Solterra electric SUV may not have the range you were expecting. Not in the United States, at least.
• Oh HECK yeah, Motorola’s new budget phone has a 3-day battery life.
• … and more!

-Andrew

We never expected this to happen. Apple just announced Self Service Repair, a program that provides repair instructions, official parts, and diagnostic software to customers who want to fix their iPhone, Mac, or iPad at home. Self Service Repair will open in January of 2022 with an initial focus on basic iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 repairs. Read More »

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are great smartphones, but not without flaws. People immediately noticed the fingerprint readers seemed slow and fussy, and Google even acknowledged the problem. Now a new update might solve it altogether. Read More »

Motorola just debuted an upgraded version of the $250 Moto G Power, and man, it looks like a great phone for the price. This new model features a 3-day battery life, a 50MP main camera, IP52 dust and water resistance, and to our surprise, a 90Hz display. Read More »

Last week, Subaru unveiled the Japanese versions of its new Solterra electric SUV, including an FWD model with an impressive 329-mile range. But the Solterra’s U.S. debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show skipped out on the FWD model, a sign that U.S. drivers will only be able to buy a 220-mile AWD model. Read More »

If you are a fan of the OnePlus 9 Pro, just wait until you see the upcoming OnePlus 10 Pro. While we still have a couple of months to wait before OnePlus launches the 10 series, leaked photos, rumors, and other details continue to emerge. Here’s everything we know about the OnePlus 10 Pro and that huge stovetop camera bulge on the back. Read More »

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We expected the Android smartwatch market to explode with compelling new devices after Google and Samsung launched Wear OS 3. But the opposite has come true, mainly because Wear OS 3 doesn’t work on non-Samsung wearables yet. Needless to say, it’s a weird time for Motorola to launch a new smartwatch, especially one that runs a proprietary “Moto OS.” Read More »

With its 15.6-inch 1080p display, 5MP camera, and exclusive home-management features, the Echo Show 15 looks like the ultimate smart display for Alexa users. And nearly two months after its debut, the Echo Show 15 is finally available for pre-order. Read More »

If you just bought a new iPhone, now is the time to grab some MagSafe accessories for it. You can get anything from chargers and portable batteries to car mounts and wallets that attach via MagSafe magnets. Read More »