Over the years, a noticeable shift in the production of electronic goods has resulted in a fall from durable, long-lasting products to fragile, issue-prone items. In some instances, this may be ...

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 ...

Is your Xbox Elite Controller suffering from a button that doesn't respond or physical damage that makes it unusable? Here's ...

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 ...

For the thrifty Xbox gamers out there, a new development from Microsoft might come as a breath of fresh air. The tech giant has taken a significant step towards reducing e-waste and providing ...

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, ...

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, ...

Traditionally, Microsoft has offered one solution to fix a broken Xbox controller out of warranty: Buy a new one. Of course, third-party repair solutions have existed for a while, but until now, ...

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 ...

Microsoft's warranty program can range from one to three years, and afterward, you're typically not able to receive any of the program's benefits. That's about to change, however, as Microsoft has ...

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, ...