The Right to Repair Should be Protected by Law
The U.S. Congress needs to uphold the freedom to repair electronic devices -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Artifacts on Australian continental shelf show Flying Foam Passage must be treated as protected archaeological site
The new discovery of ancient stone artifacts at an underwater spring off the Western Australia Pilbara coast has confirmed the location is a submerged archaeological site where more ancient Aboriginal artifacts are likely hidden beneath the sea......»»
Study finds more animals will become extinct outside nature reserves than within them
A new international study has found that amphibians and reptiles inhabiting the world's nature reserves, or Protected Areas (PAs), will be better protected against climate change than species found outside these areas, but are still likely to be harm.....»»
Best iPhone 13 cases to buy in 2023
Keep your iPhone 13 protected and safe with these amazing cases. If you are looking to get a new iPhone but do not want to spend on the latest iPhone 14, you can have a look at the iPhone 13. It is a previous-generation model but still make.....»»
GM service tech training program grows
One reason for the bump may be the impact of a marketing campaign that aims to change the image of auto repair as a career......»»
Russia, China block move for new Antarctic marine reserves
Members of a multinational group on Antarctic conservation failed to agree Friday on a roadmap for the creation of three new marine protected areas—a goal that has proven elusive for years......»»
Study shows marine protected areas improve health, wealth of nearby communities
Protecting the ocean and providing livelihoods and food security do not have to be mutually exclusive. A new study, led by the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), shows that limiting human activity in parts of the ocean can enhance the.....»»
Apple will now let you repair more Macs and iPhones yourself
Apple’s Self Service Repair program is expanding to include a slate of recent Macs and iPhones, bringing official parts, tools, and manuals to more devices......»»
Apple’s self-service repairs no longer require a call to Apple when you’re done
System Config tool handles post-repair processes that trip up third-party kits. Enlarge / An iPhone undergoes repairs. (credit: Apple) Apple launched its Self Service Repair program in the spring of 2022, giving owners o.....»»
Apple"s Self Service Repair program updates make it easier for DIY fixers
Alongside supporting more iPhone and Mac devices with its controversial Self Service Repair program, Apple is updating its software tools so repairers don't have to call to register parts.An Apple repair toolkitApple says that it has "over the past t.....»»
Apple"s self-repair service now includes these new iPhones and MacBooks
Apple has extended its Self Service Repair to include recent iPhones and MacBooks, while also streamlining the process......»»
Samsung expands its self-repair program to more countries
Samsung has announced that they have launched their self-repair program in Europe after initially launching it in the US. The problem with first-party repairs is that they can be expensive, but the upside is that you are guaranteed to get.....»»
Surface repair parts are now available via Microsoft Store
Microsoft has started selling replacement parts for its Surface devices in the Microsoft Store, making it easier for owners to repair their own machines......»»
Microsoft is selling screens, batteries, SSDs, and more for DIY Surface repairs
Microsoft has offered repair manuals for a while; now it has parts to match. Enlarge / The Surface Pro 8's replaceable SSD. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) Microsoft offers first-party service manuals for several generations.....»»
Feds tell automakers not to comply with Mass. “right to repair” law
The state's right to repair law requires open access to telematics services. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) In 2020, voters in Massachusetts chose to extend that state's automotive "right to repair" law to include telema.....»»
Using macOS Disk Utility: How to repair Fusion Drives, and using command-line utilities
There are a few final useful utilities in Apple's Disk Utility you may not be aware of. Here's how to use them the continued exploration of the macOS tool.In the previous three installments of this series, we looked in-depth at how to use the macOS D.....»»
New insight into how xeroderma pigmentosum causative gene products ensure the accuracy of DNA repair
Our genomic DNA is continuously damaged by endogenous factors such as reactive oxygen species, and also by environmental factors such as ultraviolet light, radiation, and chemicals. Failure to repair damaged DNA may induce mutations and cell death, e.....»»
Addigy’s Watchdog utility to repair Rapid Software Response deployments now available for other MDM vendors
A few weeks ago, I reported that Addigy had determined that as many as 25% of managed macOS devices were in a “stuck state” due to failed Rapid Software Response installations and would stop communicating back to the MDM server. Addigy had been.....»»
Why we’re “interviewing” captive birds to find the best to release into the wild
Experiments with the endangered Bali myna showed some birds are bolder than others. Enlarge / The Bali myna is an endangered and protected bird species bred by several conservation societies to preserve its population in the wild.....»»
New study finds strengthening protection of existing parks is crucial for biodiversity conservation
In a new study, bioscientists argue that strengthening the protection given to areas already protected under law or by local communities is as critical for safeguarding biodiversity as creating new protected areas......»»
10 of the best turntable accessories for vinyl supremacy
Whether you’re a wedding DJ or an audiophile, these eight killer accessories will keep your vinyl clean, protected, and tip-top order for your next spin sesh......»»