In Delhi's Nehru Place, technicians like Sushil Prasad are reviving discarded laptops by combining parts from e-waste, addressing the demand for affordable technology. Their 'Frankenstein' laptops offer cost-effective solutions in a country where many consumers can’t afford new devices. Workers like Prasad emphasize the importance of repair culture, contrasting it with the planned obsolescence modeled by tech companies. This practice not only keeps older machines in service but also allows access to digital resources for students and small businesses struggling to compete in India’s growing tech landscape.
India has always had a repair culture ... but companies are pushing planned obsolescence.
Right now, there is a huge demand for such 'hybrid' laptops. Most people don't care about having the latest model; they just want something that works and won't break the bank.
We take usable components from different older or discarded systems to create a new functioning unit.
We literally make them out of scrap! We also take in second-hand laptops and e-waste from countries like Dubai and China, fix them up, and sell them at half the price.
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