As technology becomes more expensive, consumers choose to keep their devices longer and even repair devices themselves to extend device use. Self-repair has become a popular option due to the skyrocketing price of technology and its rapid evolution. OEMs sometimes charge as much as the device costs to purchase for simple repairs, and some consumers choose to take matters into their own hands. Tech giants like Apple and Microsoft, who were once notorious for lobbying against the movement, now offer self-repair kits, which may seem like a step forward, but self-repair can be extremely dangerous. For this reason, it is crucial to practice battery safety while trying to repair any kind of electronic device.
