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iFixit wants to fix the soldering iron (www.engadget.com)
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[โ€“] drawerair@lemmy.world 2 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

A traditional soldering iron in my nation costs about PHP 450 (about USD 7.95). The portability, accelerometer, temp control, easy repair and the ability to solder while charging a phone are ๐Ÿ‘, but USD 250 is so high.