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iFixit @ifixit.com · 1d

What happens when you pit an iPhone 17 Pro against a coin? Spoiler: the phone loses. Our teardown uncovered the truth behind "scratchgate." We also uncovered a screwed-in battery and a super-cool vapor chamber. Get the full story at the link below.
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Microscope close-up of a deep scratch cutting through the iPhone 17 Pro’s coating—revealing bright metal streaks beneath the dark finish and flakes of material peeling away at the edges.

High-magnification view showing a narrow surface gouge on the iPhone 17 Pro’s titanium edge. The dark groove exposes lighter metal underneath, surrounded by a textured copper-colored surface.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 3d

Apple Watch Ultra 3 Teardown and Scratch Test!

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 6d

We Tore Down the AirPods Pro 3 — And Here’s the Ugly Truth

Full teardown: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOsj...

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 7d

Meet Narwhal: our upgrade to the classic 6-in-1 screwdriver. With six essential bits, a push-to-lock swivel grip for extra torque, and a free-spin mode for speed, it’s designed for everything from IT support to home repair. Available now!

www.ifixit.com/products/nar...

A black and blue iFixit Narwhal 6-in-1 driver stands upright on a wooden surface surrounded by scattered screws. Text above reads “Six Drivers One Handle.”

The iFixit Narwhal driver handle with three interchangeable double-ended bits laid out on a wooden surface. Symbols below show included sizes: Flathead 5.5, 7; Phillips 1, 2; Nut driver 1/4, 5/16.

Hands using the iFixit Narwhal driver to work on a computer circuit board next to an open PC case. Icons below show device categories: desktop computer, washing machine, car, and home repair.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 16d

iPhone Air first impressions 🍎 - @kwiens.bsky.social #apple #iphoneair

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 17d

Skip the upgrade, not the teardown. Watch us disassemble the iPhone 17 Pro at the link below.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=woya...

Graphic comparing the specs of the iPhone 16 Pro to the iPhone 17 Pro.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 17d

You Won't Believe How EASY it is to Replace iPhone Air Battery! Watch the full teardown now on our YouTube channel.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=woya...

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 19d

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iFixit X JerryRigEverything Toolkit

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 19d

You’ve seen him scratch it, burn it, and bend it. Now, he’s helping you fix it! We’ve teamed up with @jerryrigeverything.bsky.social on a limited-edition toolkit featuring an exclusive JerryRig Knife. Preorders are live now, and tune into our iPhone Air Teardown today for the ultimate bend test!

A compact black fabric tool roll with the logos “JerryRigEverything x iFixit” printed on the front in blue and white.

The toolkit unrolled, showing precision tweezers, a red utility knife, a 4 mm bit driver, multiple driver bits, prying tools, opening picks, suction handle, and plastic opening strips neatly organized.

All included tools arranged side by side: red utility knife, opening strips, suction handle, blue opening picks, precision bit driver with 4 mm bits, tweezers, and black spudgers.

A hand holds a folding utility knife with a bright red textured handle and a silver blade.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 19d

The #iPhoneAir is in the @lumafield.bsky.social CT scanner 👀

A CT scanner labeled “Scanly Tucci” shows a live scan of an iPhone Air on its display, revealing the phone’s internal components in X-ray detail. A red light on the machine indicates the scan is active.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 19d

iPhones secured ✅

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 20d

Did We Find the iPhone Air's Battery? Inside the iPhone Air MagSafe Battery

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 21d

The original iPhone 1st generation is shown with its screen on. A repairability meter icon displays a score of 2 out of 10.

Side-by-side graphic of two iPhones. On the left, the iPhone 14 with a repairability score of 4. On the right, the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, and 15 Pro Max with a provisional repairability score of 4.

A list of iPhone models including iPhone 4, 4s, 5c, 5s, SE, 8, X, XR, XS, and more with a repairability score of 6. Next to it, the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max with a provisional score of 6.

A list of iPhone models including iPhone 3G, 3GS, 5, 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, and 7 Plus with a repairability score of 7. Next to it, the iPhone 14 Plus with a provisional score of 7.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 21d

Before we teardown and give the new iPhones' their repairability scores, let take a look back how repairable the previous generations were. Check out the full ranking: www.ifixit.com/repairabilit...
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#iFixit #iPhone #RighttoRepair

Two hands hold different iPhones, one pink and one red, with bold text above that reads: “Every Apple iPhone ranked in order of least to most repairable.” A repairability meter with a question mark is centered between the phones.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 22d

“Upgrade season” is really just “marketing season.” Your phone isn’t outdated—it’s just tired. With a little repair, it can feel brand new again. All you need is the right part, the right tool, and a step-by-step guide.

Skip the upgrade, repair instead, and make the greenest choice possible.

Overhead view of a phone disassembled on an iFixit magnetic project mat, with tools and opening picks arranged on the table. A person’s hands rest near the workspace, with a toolkit rolled open above.

A person holds the separated components of a smartphone during repair, with the battery and internal circuitry visible. iFixit tools, opening picks, and a toolkit are spread across the wooden desk.

Close-up of a person concentrating on reassembling a smartphone at a desk. An open laptop with a repair guide is nearby, surrounded by iFixit tools and parts.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 24d

We leveled up the challenge! And this time we're working on something a bit more advanced. Can you guess what it is? Drop your guess in the comments!

Overhead view of an iFixit magnetic project mat with screws and tools organized into labeled sections for different device parts, including battery cover, rear shell, logic board, hinge, and screen. A precision screwdriver, spudger, tweezers, and a screwdriver bit rest on the mat. Text at the top reads: “What’s iFixit working on today?”

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 28d

Course 2 of our Pro Repair Academy will cover subjects such as microsoldering, microscope fundamentals, electrical theory, schematics, board diagnostics, and more. Each module is built to equip repair professionals with the tools to take on today’s complex board-level challenges.
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Two people work together at a repair station, one seated and one standing, examining a circuit board under a microscope while tools and electronic parts are scattered across the desk.

A man peers into a microscope while working on a circuit board at a repair bench, surrounded by tools and electronics.

Close-up of a person using tweezers and a hot air tool to carefully work on a small electronic component held in a vice.

An instructor wearing an “iFixit Pro Repair Academy” shirt points at a large schematic diagram on a screen during a repair training session.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 29d

Before you pre-order a new Apple device, consider repairing your current one. You can make it feel like new, save money, and keep another device from becoming e-waste. #AppleEvent #RighttoRepair

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 29d

What repairability score do you think the iPhone Air will earn? #AppleEvent

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 29d

The new Pixel Watch 4 has a screwed in battery. @Apple does the new Apple Watch have one as well?

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iFixit @ifixit.com · 29d

"Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works." - Steve Jobs

Lets see if they designed all these new products to be repairable 👀 #AppleEvent

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iFixit @ifixit.com · Sep 3

Imagine a future where you can always swap out broken parts instead of throwing the whole thing out. That's the future we want—and we're fighting for it.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · Aug 26

Our last Microsoldering Academy was a huge hit—and we’re back October 13–25!

From microscope-level precision soldering training to expert-led lectures on board diagnostics and schematics, you’ll get the hands-on training to level up your repair game.
www.ifixit.com/News/109587/...

Close-up of a person carefully soldering a circuit board under a microscope, focusing intently on the repair.

An instructor holds up a circuit board while explaining a repair process to a group in a workshop setting with tools and microscopes in the background.

A person looks through a digital microscope while working on a circuit board, concentrating on fine details of the repair.

Two people sit in front of a large screen displaying a magnified circuit board, having a detailed discussion about electronics repair.

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iFixit @ifixit.com · Aug 25

Most “student laptops” are built to sell fast, not last long. Here’s how to find one that will survive all-nighters, coffee spills, and four years of essays.
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#iFixit #CollegeReady #BackToSchool

How to Pick the Longest-Lasting College Laptop

There are two ways to pick a laptop if you want it to last as long as possible. One is to buy a super-reliable model with a reputation for durability. Another is to buy a laptop that’s know...

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iFixit @ifixit.com · Aug 21

www.ifixit.com/News/111805/...

How the Personal Computer Took Over the World

Ever wonder how the humble tinkering of garage hobbyists sparked a revolution that reshaped our world? Inside, an illustrated history of personal computing.

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