Biden name checks Apple and Microsoft in right to repair speech
announced programs that would help consumers repair their own iPhones, iPads and Surfaces."What happened was a lot of these companies said, 'You’re right. We’re going to voluntarily do it. You don’t have to order us to do it,'" Biden said."For example, Apple and Microsoft are changing their policies so folks will be able to repair their phones and laptops themselves — although I’m not sure I know how to do that.
The president added that moves such as ones made by Apple and Microsoft, as well as possible regulations at state and federal level, will"make it easier for millions of Americans to repair their electronics instead of paying an arm and a leg to repair or just throwing the device out." All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
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