Tag: right to repair

TechnologygadgetsOct 6, 2026

Fixing My Wife's $150 Keyboard for Just $1

Linus takes on a budget-friendly DIY repair project to fix his wife's premium $150 mechanical keyboard. Instead of buying a replacement, he investigates the broken switches and sources inexpensive components to restore full functionality. Using basic soldering tools and replacement switches costing mere cents, the repair demonstrates that common mechanical keyboard failures can be fixed easily at home. The project highlights the practical benefits of the right-to-repair movement for tech peripherals.

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TechnologygadgetsOct 6, 2026

Battery Repair Blocking Should Be Illegal

Linus Tech Tips explores the hidden lifecycle of consumer batteries and the growing obstacles surrounding battery repair and recycling. The video highlights how manufacturers often block consumers and independent shops from fixing or replacing aging cells. Through a detailed look at spot welding, battery chemistry types like LiPo and NiMH, and right-to-repair initiatives, the discussion emphasizes the urgent need for more sustainable electronics maintenance practices.

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