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The article explains why traditional potentiometer joysticks suffer from inevitable drift and how contactless sensors are the logical replacement. Hall‑Effect sticks improved reliability but generate only micro‑volt signals that require amplification. Tunnel Magnetoresistance (TMR) sensors leverage quantum tunneling to deliver stronger, lower‑power readings and better immunity to stray magnetic fields. While major console makers still use potentiometers, third‑party controllers and DIY modules now offer TMR as the superior solution.
The AI‑driven surge in datacenter demand has pushed RAM prices up threefold, delaying new products like the Steam Machine and threatening hardware makers. iFixit advises a scrappy approach: extend device life, buy certified refurbished or used parts, and harvest components...
Iowa's House Agriculture Committee advanced HSB 751, a Right‑to‑Repair bill targeting John Deere, with an 18‑5 vote. The legislation would require the manufacturer to provide farmers with the same diagnostic tools, software and parts that dealers use. Iowa accounts for roughly...
iFixit highlights that most repair guides are written only in English, creating a barrier for non‑English speakers who need DIY instructions in their native language. The newly launched FixBot can answer repair questions in multiple languages, but it still points...
iFixit’s latest video highlights how Prusa’s MK2 printer can be upgraded through three generations, culminating in the 2025 Core 1 model, showcasing the brand’s long‑standing commitment to repairability. The segment also reveals Prusa’s shift from a pure open‑source license to an...
Apple’s AirPods illustrate the company’s lock‑in strategy, coupling premium performance with hardware exclusivity that blocks competitors. The European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) prompted Apple to delay the Live Translation feature in the EU, citing concerns over third‑party access to...
