1min snip

The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source cover image

We have a right to repair! (Interview)

The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

NOTE

Importance of Right to Repair Legislation for Consumer Electronics

The passage of the right to repair legislation in Oregon is significant as it addresses the issue of parts pairing, a practice introduced by Apple to limit repair options for devices like iPhones. Parts pairing involves coding individual parts with software so that they only work with specific components, hindering repair options. This legislation is crucial not only for individual repair efforts but also for activities like donating phones for reuse or resale. The bill includes a ban on parts pairing, which is a major step towards ensuring consumers have more control over the repair and reuse of their electronic devices.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode