Last month, Logitech partnered with iFixit to make repairs easier and more sustainable for devices. Now Redmond-based Microsoft has partnered with iFixit to sell replacement components on its own store. This makes it easier for DIY enthusiasts to perform self-repair on their Surface devices. Read on to know more details below.
Microsoft now sells Surface replacement parts on its Store
Technically inclined customers whose Surface devices are out-of-warranty can perform a self-repair The replacement components will be available on the Microsoft Store. These include kickstand parts, fingerprint sensors, replacement display units, batteries, SSD doors, WiFi modules, and more. You can find the full list of replacement parts here.
Tim McGuiggan, VP, of Device Services and Product Engineering at Microsoft says that when purchasing a replacement component, customers will receive the part and relevant collateral components such as screws. However, the tools required to repair the Surface devices are sold separately by iFixit.
Microsoft’s Surface replacement components will first be available for customers in the United States, Canada, and France through the company’s official Store. In other markets, certified Microsoft Resellers will handle the distribution. The company says that it will update when it plans to expand the availability of these parts to other markets in the future.
The list of devices eligible for replacement components includes Surface Pro 7, Pro 8, Pro 9, Surface Laptop (Gen 3, 4, and 5), Surface Laptop Go 2, Surface Laptop Studio, and the Surface Studio 2+ all-in-one computer. Pricing for the parts will vary depending on the device.
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