Right of Repair Laws and Technology Companies' Resistance

The chapter explores the introduction of a right of repair law in a state to simplify and reduce costs for repairing electronic devices, with positive reception but resistance from tech giant Apple. It discusses barriers to repair efforts on devices deliberately designed to impede repairs, consumer advocacy for accessible repair options, and concerns about companies limiting consumer upgrades like battery replacements. The conversation also delves into evolving repair policies for phones, the 'right to repair' laws across different industries, including technology and farming equipment, and instances of companies like HP rejecting non-branded print cartridges despite compatibility.