So, what makes it different?
The Nokia G22 is bucking this trend by being much more accessible.
This is a far cry from what Apple chargesaround $310 for just a screen replacement.
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That’s why some ask, “is Apple’s self-repair program set up to fail?”
This policy shows that Nokia trusts its customers to take care of and service their own tech.
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Apple, Google, and Samsung all offer self-repair programs.
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AlthoughFairphone doesn’t make flagship devices, their products are eco-friendly and made with repairability in mind.
Nevertheless, Fairphone models start at around $600, which is still a pretty penny.
Making the G22 easily and affordably self-repairable actually makes sense, as its buyers are typically saving money.
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They’re the pop in of user who wouldn’t splurge on expensive technology.
By focusing on this niche, the Nokia G22 would feel like a better option than its alternatives.
After all, threat actors are always looking to exploit bugs and loopholes for monetary gain.
Even Fairphone promises five years of support.
This is one of the limitations of the right-to-repair plan.
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And with the introduction of the G22, Nokia showed that even affordable devices are worth repairing.
While self-repair adoption is taking its time, it’s slowly but surely making its way across manufacturers.
