Valve is "starting to sunset" replacement Steam Deck batteries, says iFixit, as it turns attention to alternatives
Valve moves to discontinue official replacement parts for the original LCD Steam Deck, impacting self-repair options via iFixit.
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Valve has begun sunsetting replacement parts for the original LCD Steam Deck four years after the handheld's launch. This shift involves the discontinuation of official repair components previously available through iFixit.
Coverage from The Verge, VideoCardz.com, TweakTown, Engadget, TechPowerUp, and PC Guide emphasizes the transition away from first-party spares. While initial reports suggested a total cessation of battery sales, subsequent updates clarify that iFixit will continue to offer replacement batteries.
The current status of other specialized hardware components remains subject to change as Valve focuses on alternative support strategies. Coverage does not yet specify the full list of remaining parts or the long-term timeline for secondary market availability.
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Quick answers
Are Steam Deck LCD batteries still available?
Yes, according to reports from The Verge, iFixit will continue to sell replacement batteries for the device.
Which Steam Deck model is affected by these changes?
The discontinuation of spare parts specifically impacts the original LCD model of the Steam Deck.
When did Valve launch the Steam Deck?
The Steam Deck launched four years ago.
Coverage (6)
- Valve says iFixit will keep selling Steam Deck batteries after all The Verge · 1d ago
- Valve begins sunsetting Steam Deck LCD replacement parts VideoCardz.com · 1d ago
- Valve discontinues replacement parts for the Steam Deck LCD handheld four years after launch TweakTown · 1d ago
- Valve Appears To Be Discontinuing Self-Repair Parts For The LCD Steam Deck At iFixit Engadget · 1d ago
- Valve Silently Discontinues Steam Deck LCD Spares at iFixit TechPowerUp · 1d ago
- Valve is "starting to sunset" replacement Steam Deck batteries, says iFixit, as it turns attention to alternatives PC Guide · 1d ago
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