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Should you have the right-to-repair you own Apple products?

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3 years ago

July 9, 2021

William Howard

The co-founder of Apple has publicly voiced his support for the right-to-repair movement, despite the tech giant opposing the idea

Steve Wozniack believes “we wouldn’t have an Apple had [he] not grown up in a very open technology world”.

The movement wants laws passed which allow users to access information and parts that would allow them to repair their own devices if and when required.

Currently, the right-to-repair laws that exist in both Europe and the US are limited to appliances and vehicles

And leaders of the movement say Apple is one of the key opponents to widening the legislation to encompass consumer electronics such as phones and computers.

Currently, Apple only allows repairs to be conducted by authorised technicians and does not provide service information or spare parts.

Apple has reportedly taken the approach of convincing lobbyists that repairing devices is dangerous for consumers.

Meanwhile, Wozniack says “companies inhibit the right to repair because it gives these companies power and control, over everything”.

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William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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Tesla’s robotaxi reveal sparks excitement

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3 days ago

October 11, 2024

Ahron Young

Analysts and investors are eagerly awaiting Elon Musk’s big reveal—a fully functional autonomous vehicle that could revolutionise ride-hailing.

Tesla’s stock has soared 52% since Musk first announced the event in April, reflecting high hopes for the launch of its much-anticipated robotaxi.

The vehicle, dubbed the “Cybercab,” is said to be a sleek, two-seater without a steering wheel or pedals—straight out of the future.

Tesla also teased a ride-hailing app that will summon these driverless cars to pick up riders at their chosen locations.

Not convincing

But not everyone is convinced—some analysts warn that while Musk’s vision is bold, the timeline for these innovations may not deliver immediate results.

Musk has a history of overpromising on autonomous tech, and this event might be more about grand ideas than tangible products.

Tesla first floated the robotaxi idea in 2016, with Musk hinting at a future where owners could lease their cars to others for extra income.

If the software keeps pace with Musk’s ambitions, the future of driverless Teslas might be closer than we think.

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Amazon’s 2024 Prime Day expected to make huge impact on tech sector sales

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5 days ago

October 9, 2024

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Market experts believe Amazon’s upcoming event will drive a surge in sales, benefiting Amazon’s stock and boosting consumer tech companies that sell through its platform.

Experts predict that a short-term rally in retail and tech stocks could be seen as revenue spikes.

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