Apple announced a new scheme that will allow independent repair shops to offer official servicing of iPhones that are out of warranty. The new Independent Repair Provider Program gives small repair businesses accesses to the same Apple-geniune parts, training and resources as Apple authorized service providers.
The company said it trialled the initiative at 20 stores across North America, Europe and Asia. It is today launching the program for the United States and will announce further regions in the future.
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