Technology

Key Points:

• Apple opposed a right-to-repair bill in Oregon, despite previously supporting a weaker one in California.
• The key difference is Oregon's restriction on "parts pairing," which locks repairs to Apple or authorized shops.
• Apple argues this protects security and privacy, but critics say it creates a repair monopoly and e-waste.
• Apple claims their system eases repair and maintain data security, while Google doesn't have such a requirement
• Apple refused suggestions to revise the bill
• Cybersecurity experts argue parts pairing is unnecessary for security and hinders sustainable repair.