Apple is now prepared to supply its Self Service Repair tools in the UK and a few other regions of Europe for all the courageous souls who are willing to repair their own Mac or iPhone.
The tech company’s self-repair program won’t be extended to Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, and the UK, allowing customers to purchase genuine repair kits and parts for specific Macs and iPhones released starting in 2020.
Apple is offering the identical equipment that its in-house specialists use
The service, which was introduced in the US last year, will include thorough instruction manuals and materials for numerous basic fixes, including fixing cracked screens.
Although consumers are free to use whichever tools they like, Apple is offering the identical equipment that its in-house specialists use accessible for purchase or on a seven-day rental for £54.90. While anyone can use the DIY service, only the bravest can attempt to perform surgery on a computer or smartphone, which involves handling tiny screws.
The vast majority of users would probably choose to hire a professional for any repair work. According to Apple, there are more than 5,000 authorized repair facilities throughout the globe with access to genuine items. The availability of affordable repair options is crucial given that the average consumer keeps their smartphone for 4.2 years, according to data gathered by CCS Insight. Although those who support the right to repair will applaud the move, Apple recently came under fire from experts iFixit for putting a digital lockdown on the use of unauthorized and recycled parts for the repair of the device.