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iFixit's Teardown of New iPad Pro Uncovers Surprising Repair Paradox
iFixits teardown of the new "iPad Pro" reveals a notable repair paradox, highlighting its low repairability despite Apples recent introduction of self-service repair options for "iPad" devices.
- The teardown by "iFixit" indicates that the new "iPad Pro" with the M5 chip is among Apples least-repairable devices, raising concerns about sustainability.
- Earlier this year, "Apple Inc." began offering self-service repair parts and manuals for "iPad" models, but the new "iPad Pro" still presents significant repair challenges.
- "iFixit" emphasized that while self-service options are expanding, the complexity of the "iPad Pro" design continues to hinder effective repairs for consumers.
Why It Matters
This situation underscores a growing tension between consumer demand for repairable products and manufacturers design choices. As "Apple Inc." promotes self-service repairs, the low repairability of the "iPad Pro" raises critical questions about the sustainability of modern electronics.