By Rob Link, Founder and CEO, Tech Care Association Founder, WhereToRepair.org · Founder, eWaste Warriors Published April 27, 2026 · ~14 min read Repair Is Climate Action: The Hidden Link to Rare Earth Supply Chains Headline graphic showing three key statistics: China controls 94 percent of rare earth magnet manufacturing, repair instead of replacement reducesContinue reading “Repair Is Climate Action: The Hidden Link to Rare Earth Supply Chains”
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Should I Repair or Replace My Phone? What Big Tech Doesn’t Want You to Know
Before you upgrade, there’s a cost nobody talks about — the research spiral, the price shopping maze, the salesperson, the trade-in gap that quietly costs you hundreds. And the people selling you new devices are the last ones you should ask for advice. Here’s what the real decision actually looks like, and how to find someone you can trust.
Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 and Beyond
Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 and Beyond 📅 December 22, 2025 ⏱️ 8 min read ✍️ WhereToRepair.org By Rob Link, Founder & CEO of the TechContinue reading “Right to Repair: A Long American Tradition — and Why It Matters More Than Ever in 2026 and Beyond”
The True Cost of Authorized Repairs: Environmental and Economic Impact
Sarah paid $329 and lost her entire day at Apple Store for an iPhone screen repair. The same fix costs just $125 at independent shops, takes 90 minutes, with easy parking. But Apple’s system deliberately hides this better option, creating 62 million tons of e-waste annually while draining your wallet.