Apple’s Self Service Repair progr...

Apple’s increasingly comprehensive now includes iPad too. Starting tomorrow, owners of various models of Apple’s slate can easily acquire official parts, repair manuals, and tools that allow them to attempt their own repairs, should they feel confident enough.

Apple Diagnostics troubleshooting sessions are also available. This web-based tool, in the US back in 2023, is able to directly test for a number of common issues that affect displays, software, audio, camera tech and Face ID, and offer a step-by-step repair process for the diagnosed problem. Previously, these diagnostic tests could only be carried out by Apple authorized service providers.

For now, the supported iPad models are the iPad Air (M2 and later), iPad Pro (M4), iPad mini (A17 Pro) and the entry-level iPad (A16). Apple says it will components including displays, batteries, cameras and external charging ports to be used in repairs for out-of-warranty products.

The Self Service Repair Program debuted in 2022 and Apple has been gradually bolstering the range of included product lines ever since. Parts for a number of iPhone and models are already offered through the service, so iPad was the logical next step.

As well as the Apple-endorsed , Apple also recently launched its , which essentially allows repair businesses and professionals without an existing service relationship with Apple to order parts and components through third-party distributors such as MobileSentrix.

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