There was a time when the family washing machine would last decades, with each breakdown fixed by the friendly local repair person. But those days are long gone.

Too many products are easier to throw away than fix—consumers deserve a ‘right to repair’::There was a time when the family washing machine would last decades, with each breakdown fixed by the friendly local repair person. But those days are long gone.

  • Aurolei@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 years ago

    Phones should also have unlockable booloaders by default to flash your own updates when your manufacturer stops supporting it.

    I understand security risks and all, but it really should be an option for people who buy their devices.