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Valve appears to be discontinuing self-repair parts for the LCD Steam Deck at iFixit
Valve appears to be discontinuing self-repair parts for the LCD Steam Deck, as iFixit has indicated they will not be stocking replacement OEM batteries. This suggests a shift in Valve's strategy regarding user repairability for the handheld.
I just discovered that Nintendo sells replacement parts for its Talking Flower toy, should you ever throw him in a fit…
Nintendo is selling replacement parts for its "Talking Flower" toy on its online store for $4.99 each. The available parts include a replacement Pot Cover and a Battery Cover, offering a consumer-friendly option for maintaining the toy.
Anbernic now has a store page where you can buy replacement parts for its handhelds
Anbernic has launched a dedicated store page where customers can purchase replacement parts for their handheld gaming devices. Available items include joysticks, batteries, and screens, allowing users to repair and maintain their hardware.
Valve will be providing Steam Controller replacement parts via iFixit after launch
Valve is partnering with iFixit to provide replacement parts for the Steam Controller after its launch, similar to the approach taken with the Steam Deck. Valve engineers Steve Cardinali and Lawrence Yang highlighted the controller's straightforward design for repairability, emphasizing that users will be able to easily swap out components like the battery or customize buttons. While parts won't be available at launch, they will be made accessible through iFixit shortly after.
