Guide: Repair & Buy Defective Electronics
Tips, guides and buying advice about defective and refurbished electronics.
Guides & How-Tos
LG OLED TV Shuts Off & Standby LED Dies — Power Supply Defect?
LG OLED shutting off, standby LED dead, only works after unplugging? Here's how to spot a power supply defect (not the mainboard) — repair €75 with a 12-month warranty.
Buying and Repairing a Defective iPhone — Is It Worth It?
Buy a defective iPhone and repair it yourself: which defects are worth it, what repairs cost, and what to watch out for when buying.
The 5 Most Common Smartphone Defects and What Repairs Cost
The 5 most common smartphone defects: display damage, battery, water damage, charging port and camera. What repairs cost and when they're worth it.
Ampario vs. Kleinanzeigen: Where to Safely Buy Defective Electronics?
Comparison of Ampario vs. Kleinanzeigen for defective electronics: buyer protection, defect categorization, quality ratings, and specialized search compared.
Avoiding E-Waste: Repair Instead of Throwing Away
Germany produces over 1 million tons of e-waste every year. Learn how to reduce e-waste through repair and reuse — and save money in the process.
CO₂ Footprint: Refurbished vs. New — How Much Do You Really Save?
Refurbished electronics save up to 80% CO₂ compared to new devices. Concrete figures for smartphones, laptops, and tablets compared.
Right to Repair 2026: What's Changing for Consumers
The EU Right to Repair takes effect in 2026: mandatory spare parts, repairability index, extended warranty. What consumers need to know now.
Refurbished vs. Defective: What's the Difference?
Refurbished, defective, used — what do these condition descriptions really mean? A guide for buyers and sellers.
Defective Electronics as a Business Model: How to Get Started
Make money with defective electronics: repair, refurbish, and resell. A guide to getting started in the business.
Ampario vs. eBay: Buying and Selling Defective Electronics
eBay or ampario for defective electronics? Comparison of fees, buyer protection, specialization, and reach — what's really worth it.
Ampario vs. rebuy: Where to Sell Defective Electronics Better?
Rebuy or ampario for defective devices? Comparison of buyback prices, flexibility, and target audience — which platform pays more.