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Some devices aren’t hard to repair by accident—they’re built that way. These design choices block access, add risk, and push you toward replacement instead of repair. That’s not innovation. That's planned obsolescence.
Which one annoys you the most?
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A failing battery leads to frustration.
Frustration leads to upgrades.
Upgrades lead to… unnecessary spending.
Your gadgets aren’t melting. They’re just… aging weirdly. Plastic gets sticky, but you don’t have to be stuck with it. Learn how to clean up your devices and make them usable again at the link below.
https://www.ifixit.com/News/93833/ask-ifixit-how-do-i-fix-sticky-plastics
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Is your dishwasher smelling… funky? Or maybe your plates are coming out with a mysterious "grit"?
Your dishwasher filter is probably disgusting, but the good news is that it’s one of the easiest DIY maintenance tasks you can do. Don't ignore it, clean it. Here’s the step-by-step:
https://www.ifixit.com/News/116389/your-dishwasher-filter-is-disgusting-heres-how-to-clean-it
The greenest device is the one you already own. This Earth Week, we are focusing on what actually reduces e-waste: keeping our tech running longer. Extending the life of your phone or laptop by just a few years can drastically reduce its carbon footprint.
Check out our repairability scores to see which devices are built to last and which ones are built for the landfill:
Renting should not mean living in the dark. 🔦🏠
A little electrical knowledge is the best way for a tenant to stay safe and save money. We've made a list of the most common electrical issues in rentals and how to handle them.
What you will learn:
- How to safely troubleshoot a dead outlet.
- What your landlord is legally required to fix.
- Why every renter needs to find their breaker box today.
Get the guide:
https://www.ifixit.com/News/116515/what-every-renter-should-know-about-electrical-repairs
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Any other industry would be embarrassed by a three year losing streak, but small appliance makers seem to wear their failing grades like a badge of honor. They are consistently flunking the PIRG report card because they refuse to provide the most basic repair resources. It's time to stop buying from companies that treat repair like a crime. Learn more at the link below.
https://www.ifixit.com/News/116901/small-appliances-are-flunking-right-to-repair-pirg-report-finds
Some devices are actually designed to be fixed. These choices make repairs easier, more economical, and less wasteful. This shouldn't be a feature. It should be the standard.
Which one is the most important to you?
Do you own a multimeter? ⚡️ You should.
It is the ultimate diagnostic tool for testing batteries and finding short circuits in your tech. Stop guessing and start fixing with the most essential tool in your kit. 🛠️
Get yours at the link down below!
https://www.ifixit.com/products/digital-multimeter
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Modular parts, no glued-on battery, and day-one manuals? We had our fun, but the truth is that Apple's MacBook Neo takes several steps in the right direction when it comes to repairability.
Find out what else makes the MacBook Neo one of the most repairable MacBooks ever at the link below.
https://www.ifixit.com/News/116152/macbook-neo-is-the-most-repairable-macbook-in-14-years
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Temperature, timing, tools...
A lot goes into making sure you're soldering the right way. Thankfully Emerson (IG: tryingtoguitar) is here to break down their tips for the perfect repair job.
Every guide, every fix, every answer. Right in your pocket. Download the iFixt app now in your app store!
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Watch Emerson (IG: tryingtoguitar) give this Stratocaster a tune-up using our FixHub Soldering Toolkit.
No power? Not a problem for Taylor (IG: tayl0rtech). Check out what they do to get this Xbox Series S ready to game again.
We opened up the iPhone 17e and found something unexpected: its best feature can be added to last year’s model. MagSafe is back, and 16e owners may be able to upgrade with a single part swap.
Impressive display. Awful repair. Same old Samsung. The Galaxy S26 Ultra teardown is a story of great ideas and rough execution.
Find out how we broke the display mid-teardown at the link below.
https://www.ifixit.com/News/116328/samsungs-galaxy-s26-ultra-pairs-a-brilliant-display-with-a-brutal-repair
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Ever wanted to know how to give your guitar more power? Watch Emerson (IG: tryingtoguitar) use the FixHub Soldering Toolkit to do exactly that.
