Can your phone last 10 years? Back Market and iFixit want to make it happen - here's how

Westend61/Getty Images The Trump administration's indecision over implementing tariffs has caused market turmoil, panic buying, and price increases across the tech market. While some companies appear to have won a break from the White House for tariffs on consumer electronics, this situation won't last forever. So, could secondhand tech be a solution to exorbitant prices? On Wednesday, refurbished electronics marketplace Back Market announced a partnership with device repair provider iFixit "to address the culture of fast tech and overconsumption," the companies said in a press release. iFixit DIY maintenance kits and tutorials will be available on Back Market, which will, in turn, promote its refurbished tech within iFixit communities. Users can also access diagnostic tools on the Back Market app to check their devices' health and stay ahead of maintenance needs. Also: There's a quiet PC boom happening - thanks to Windows 10 and the tariffs Devices on Back Market, which range from ... Read full article.