Logitech partners with iFixit to make repairs yourself

Sticking to your favorite wireless mouse just got a little easier, thanks to new partnership between Logitech and DIY repair experts iFixit. The two companies are working together to reduce unnecessary e-waste and help customers repair their own out-of-warranty Logitech hardware by supplying spare parts, batteries and repair guides for “select products” .

everything will eventually be put in ifixit logitech repair hubWith parts available to purchase as needed or within “fix kits” that provide everything needed to complete the repair, such as tools and precision bit sets.

Beginning “this summer,” Logitech’s MX Master and MX Anywhere mouse models will be the first products to receive spare parts. Pricing information hasn’t been disclosed yet, and Logitech hasn’t mentioned any other devices that will receive the iFixit genuine replacement parts and repair guide treatment.

At the moment, several Logitech products are already listed within the iFixit Repair Hub, including webcams, keyboards, headphones, Bluetooth speakers, and gaming peripherals. Some are just placeholders, but others already have guides on how to repair the product, such as battery replacement guide For Logitech H800 Wireless, That particular guide was created by a member of the iFixit community and precedes a partnership between iFixit and Logitech, which will soon expand to cover more devices.

according to a report cited by logitechGlobal e-waste is projected to increase to more than 75 million metric tons by 2030, due to high rates of consumption and gadgets with limited repair options. Logitech says it is trying to combat this by encouraging its customers to repair and maintain their Logitech devices, saving them from landfill.

“Consumers often struggle to find ways to repair and extend the life of their product,” said Prakash Arunkundram, Chief Operating Officer, Logitech. “There is more that can be done by brands and across the wider value chain that want to play an active role in the transition to a more circular economy. I am excited that we have been able to collaborate with iFixit to develop better designs and provide more value for consumers.” Self-repair options make it easy to extend the life of your products.

iFixit also worked with tech brands like Google, Samsung, and Valve to create similar self-repair programs. Launching Logitech’s program with the MX Master and MX Anywhere makes sense, as they’re two of the company’s most popular mice, though I’m hoping to see the parts range expand to more peripherals. I love the Logitech G502 gaming mouse that I’ve been using for about eight years, and since I’m trying to cut down on my e-waste, I’d love to extend its lifespan as long as possible.