He emphasized that Samsung charges too much for parts, which makes repairing the device pointless, but that it is more profitable to buy a new device. According to Vince, Samsung is not interested in repairing their electronics.
But the breakdown in the relationship between iFixit and Samsung is not a complete lack of repair, but rather a failure to update service documentation in a timely and official manner. Regulations on the supply of components are also violated: for example, Samsung can sell batteries together with the display if only one of the components needs to be replaced.
This practice makes repairing Samsung devices extremely expensive.
“As we worked to build this ecosystem, we continually encountered obstacles that made us question Samsung’s commitment to making repairs more accessible. We were unable to deliver parts to local stores at prices and quantities that made business sense. Spare parts prices were so high that many users preferred to buy new devices rather than repair old ones,” Vince emphasized.
Source: Ferra
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