Repairability index soon for tablets, smartphones

The department of consumer affairs seeks to empower consumers with ease and hassle-free repair options

- PRESS TRUST OF INDIA

WITH CONSUMERS FACING issues in repair of smartphones and tablets, a committee constituted by the government has recommended that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) self-declare repairability index in this product category to enable customers make informed choices. The manufacturers will have to rate the devices on this index upfront, as per suggestions of the panel.

According to an official statement issued on Saturday, the committee constituted for the Framework on Repairability Index in mobile and electronic sector has submitted its report to consumer affairs secretary Nidhi Khare.