Apple has always given explicit warnings to its consumers to never do repairs of its devices on their own and instead bring a broken device to authorized service centers, but that didn't deter websites like iFixit from doing so. The "Right to Repair" legislation has been proposed and Apple is looking to block it.

According to Slash Gear, this has been a long battle between phone manufacturers and consumers with both having valid arguments. On the manufacturers' side, the safety of its consumers is their outmost priority as well as their reputation. It takes proper training and parts to replace a broken screen, not to mention batteries which are regarded as fire hazards if not properly handled. The manufacturers also make profits from not allowing repairs and replacement parts of its devices to unauthorized service centers.

Meanwhile, the consumers argue that it is their right to modify their devices as they see fit which includes repairing the same on their own without the consent of the manufacturer. Consumers should also have the option of taking their devices to third-party businesses which offers more affordable repair services and replacement parts.

Advocates of the proposed legislation believe that making official parts and manuals available to third-party businesses may decrease the chances of accidents. In addition, they also believe that the explicit warnings given by the manufacturers are enough to discourage unskilled individuals to make modifications or repairs to their own devices.

The legislation has been proposed to a number of states in the US although Nebraska has the only hearing scheduled as of this time. If it passes, manufacturers will have no choice but to follow the legislation nationally rather than fight the same in every state.

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