Gear News: iPhone Air Repairable & Gemini to Google TV

Gear News: iPhone Air Repairable & Gemini to Google TV

In a surprising turn for Apple's sleekest smartphone yet, the iPhone Air—measuring just 5.6mm thick—has proven to be remarkably repair-friendly.  According to a recent iFixit teardown, the device scored a solid 7 out of 10 on repairability, defying expectations that its ultra-thin design would complicate fixes.  Apple achieved this by repositioning the logic board to allow more room for the battery, which uses electrically debonding adhesive for easy removal—a feature first introduced in the iPhone 16. This makes battery swaps straightforward without sacrificing the phone's slim profile.  Comparatively, the iPhone 17 Pro models also earned a 7/10 but require removing the display for battery access, lacking the Air's dual-entry convenience.  The Pro's battery is secured with screws for simple replacement, and its backplate allows access to the wireless charging coil.  However, the Camera Plateau module on the Pro is prone to scratches due to weak anodization, and it's not…