iFixit is retroactively giving the Nintendo Switch a 4/10 on repairability
The Nintendo Switch's repairability score has dropped from 8 to 4 out of 10 according to iFixit, indicating significant challenges in repair.
Increased industry standards for repairability highlight the Switch's outdated design, especially concerning battery accessibility and parts availability.
iFixit disappointed by repairability of new M4 MacBook Air
iFixit director of sustainability Elizabeth Chamberlain stated, 'We're sad to report that the M4 MacBook Air didn't get any real repairability upgrades. It continues to fall short of what consumers deserve in a premium laptop.'
Kyle Wiens emphasizes that while solder is crucial for tech repairs, many shy away from soldering irons due to concerns about heat, cost, and safety. The challenge they identified was to create a safer, more accessible soldering tool.