Right-to-repair is now the law in California

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Because California is one of the world’s largest economies, this bill may make it easier for people all over the US to repair their devices.

The law, which joins similar efforts in New York, Colorado, and Minnesota, is tougher than some of its predecessors.

Manufacturers must make available appropriate tools, parts, software, and documentation for seven years after production for devices priced above $100.

California is home to a number of device makers, most notably Apple, which came out in support of the bill after initially trying to stall it.

For instance, Google, also headquartered in California, recently confirmed that the Pixel 8 series will get seven years of spare parts — the same number the California bill mandates.

Though the bill is fairly sweeping, there are carve-outs for game consoles and alarm systems.

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