California Passes Right to Repair Law, Requiring Tech Companies to Make Devices Easier to Fix

California's new Right to Repair law makes it easier for device owners to fix their own electronics or go to independent repair shops.

The law requires manufacturers to provide repair tools, parts, software, and docs for 7 years after production for devices over $100.

Apple, Google, and other tech companies based in California supported the law after initially resisting.

The law may benefit consumers nationwide since companies like Google are adopting the 7-year policy for devices sold across the US.

The law covers electronics made and sold after July 1, 2021, with some exceptions like game consoles and alarm systems.