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Why you can’t just repair your phone in the US to avoid Trump tariffs
- Tariffs in the US are expected to increase the cost of new smartphones, leading to more expensive purchases and repairs.
- Repairing old devices may not save money due to expected price increases on parts.
- Globalized supply chains for smartphone components, with most parts produced outside the US, contribute to potential price hikes.
- The tariffs by Donald Trump could affect smartphone repair costs, with companies like Apple and Samsung facing increased prices.
- Higher import prices for parts may drive up demand for repairs rather than buying new devices.
- Repair shops anticipate up to a 20% increase in prices for imported parts, affecting repair costs.
- Independent repair businesses are already witnessing price fluctuations, such as a $10 rise in a particular hard drive for repairs.
- Concerns exist that customers may opt for cheaper repairs using lower quality parts due to tariff-related cost increases.
- Secondhand device markets like Swappa provide an alternative for customers with rising prices for new devices and repairs.
- Swappa may also experience price increases on refurbished devices as sellers adjust prices based on market demand.
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