Apple’s self-repair process is reportedly ‘far from ideal’ for many iPhone users

apple iphone right to repair showing iphone and oneplus 9 pro with screwdriver set

Credit: Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority
  • Apple’s self-repair kit for iPhones weighs 36 kgs and comes in two suitcases.
  • A writer with The Verge reported that the repair process was tedious with lots of room for something going very wrong.
  • Another reporter from The New York Times managed to break his iPhone trying to use Apple’s tools and instructions.

Update: May 25, 2022 (9:22 PM ET): We’ve added more details about the process of hiring Apple’s toolkit. We’ve also referenced another report from The New York Times about how Apple’s DIY instructions and tools may not be ideal for most users.

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