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OpinionRegulatory·April 8, 2026
Digital Trends: Apple Scores D- on EU Repairability, Trailing Google and Samsung
Under updated European Union repairability scoring that emphasizes hands-on repair factors, Apple received a D- rating, behind Motorola (B+), Google (C-), and Samsung (D), reflecting more steps and tighter control over servicing workflows.
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Evidence40%Reported
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April 8, 2026
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April 8, 2026
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Pixel outperforms iPhone and Galaxy on repairabilityDigital Trends·Apr 8
Evidence Strength
Evidence40%Reported
Based on original reporting
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
April 8, 2026
Last updated
April 8, 2026
Sources
1 source
Related Developments
Apple Ranked Last in PIRG Smartphone Repairability Scorecard with D- GradeApple Stock Falls ~3-5% on Foldable iPhone Delay ReportsiPhone Fold Dummy Units Leak Revealing Book-Style Foldable DesignForbes: iPhone 18 Pro Leaks and iPhone Fold Expected in Apple's 2026 LineupApple Cuts iPhone Fold/Ultra Initial Shipment Expectations from 10M to 3M Units