<ul><li>Philips has launched an initiative called Philips Fixables, allowing customers to download and 3D print replacement parts for certain products.</li><li>The program is currently in the early stages with a limited rollout, starting with a 3mm comb attachment for a Philips shaver.</li><li>Customers can download the necessary files from Printables.com, and the success of the printed parts relies on following Philips's recommended print settings.</li><li>While the expansion and timeline for additional components are unclear, this move towards open-source repair signals a shift towards supporting product longevity.</li></ul>

Finally, you can now 3D print your own parts to repair the products you buy - and I genuinely hope other companies follow Philips' lead

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