https://wccftech.com/repair-advocates-not-convinced-on-apple-self-service-repair-program/

Apple officially launched its Self Service Repair program several hours ago, allowing U.S.-based iPhone customers to service some areas of their devices on their own. While an entity has praised the decision taken by the technology giant, it believes that there are still complications.

Elizabeth Chamberlain from iFixit states that Apple promised to roll out its Self Service Repair program, but it is currently limited to the iPhone 12, iPhone 13, and the low-cost 2022 iPhone SE. Over time, Apple will extend this service to the M1 MacBook range and eventually branch out to Europe. Elizabeth does point out that iFixit continues to support older iPhone models, and it is unclear if Apple will extend the same courtesy. She also highlights a glaring problem below, claiming that the service only enables limited, number-authorized repairs.