Our knee-jerk answer to the headlined question is a resounding "it depends", namely on the cost of use & operation. Cheaper printers can bite back with higher-priced ink, too. ... See MoreSee Less
Ask iFixit: Should I Even Bother Trying to Fix This Stupid, Busted Printer?
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My friend Jill asked me recently about fixing printers. A printer seems like something you should be able to fix. Actually trying to fix it, though...2 weeks ago ·
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The 12 Best How-To Sites That Everyone Should Bookmark
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Need some help with life's chores and tasks? Here are some of the best how-to sites that everyone needs to bookmark today.4 weeks ago ·
Dropped the leaf blower and it landed in an unfortunate manner. Some small pieces are in the lawn (and probably can't be recovered).
How would you reattach the handle and secure it to be used as before the drop? ... See MoreSee Less
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Introducing the World’s Largest Medical Repair Database, Free for Everyone
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We pivoted half our staff and worked with biomedical technicians to build the world’s most comprehensive medical equipment service database. Here’s why.1 month ago ·
We have used the word "hopeless" to describe things that have been incinerated or run over by a truck. If you have the right combination of time, energy, talent, and resources, you can fix it.Don't dump it, fix it! Fixit Clinic is hosting online repair clinics to help. Sign up to volunteer a a repair coach or get help fixing stuff at home: bit.ly/2AaayZh ... See MoreSee Less
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Interesting to see the restoration of yellow plastic and the DIY AT to PS/2 adapter. ... See MoreSee Less
I Restored This Yellowed Keyboard for My Home Office - Retro Tech Restoration
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Since everyone, including me, are working at home offices now I decided to restore this yellowed retro KeyTronic keyboard. It’s quite yellow and dirty, one o...2 months ago ·
Coronavirus has exposed the prioritization of profit over public health under the guise of intellectual property protection. ... See MoreSee Less
Planned obsolescence: the outrage of our electronic waste mountain
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Unrepairable phones and laptops are a serious problem in our throwaway society. But the pushback is building - and the coronavirus crisis has added more pressure for change2 months ago ·
If you've had electrical work performed in your residence or business, make sure your US outlets have not been recalled. ... See MoreSee Less
Pass & Seymour Recalls Commercial-Grade Electrical Receptacles Due to Burn Hazard
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled receptacles and contact the firm for a free replacement, a full refund or a refund in the form of a credit.3 months ago ·
Seeking people to fix ventilator schematics. ... See MoreSee Less
Makers Wanted: Fix These Medtronic Ventilator Schematics | Make:
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KiCad Services needs your help transferring the schematics of the newly opened ventilator into a modern, usable, open format.3 months ago ·
Brainstorming to create a wearable audio device (wristband, pendant) that would contain a chip with a 60/120 second recording from a loved one which could be worn in the hospital for patients in serious condition from the corona virus and isolated from family contact.
It is important the device is small and button activated, easily operated by the patient or nurse. Repurposing sound modules from plush toys, that have the recordable feature would work. If anybody has access to such modules please get in touch. ... See MoreSee Less
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