It is far too often the case that failed hardware components lead to unnecessary disposal. That means another expensive purchase for you and more stuff sitting in landfills for the Earth. Thankfully, ...

This is one of those situations which is an indisputable good for consumers. Microsoft has started selling individual parts and repair kits for their Xbox Controllers on their website. This is part of ...

One of the things almost every player has encountered regardless of their chosen system is controllers breaking down. Whether it’s something prominent like stick drift or something a bit more niche, ...

Repairing your Xbox controller just got much easier as Microsoft now officially sells controller repair parts. You can buy the parts direct from the Microsoft Store ...

Let's face it, console gamepads often have to take a fair bit of abuse - perhaps even occasionally being hurled across the living room - but if you've broken your Xbox controller (beyond the period of ...

We’re big fans of repairable hardware here at Hackaday, so much so that when we see a company embracing the idea that their products should actually be serviced rather than thrown in the trash, we ...

Modern gaming controllers are expensive, costing anywhere from $60 to $180, depending on the feature set. So it’s a huge bummer when one breaks and you have to shell out money for a replacement.

Gaming peripherals don't last forever, and controllers are no exception. With heavy use and frequent gaming sessions, Xbox controllers can be hit with all kinds of problems, like stick drift or ...

HyperX, now fully its own standalone brand with only a few minimal connections to parent company HP, has been going ham on ...

After years of throwing away old electronics, more consumers are finally starting to care about repairability. We've seen self-repair programs pop up for Logitech Mice, Samsung smartphones, and even ...

Microsoft is now selling replacement parts for Xbox controllers following its pledge to expand "right to repair" options for consumers. The program is currently live for Xbox users in North America, ...