Apple AirPods are designed to die: Here’s what you should know
AirPods are nearly impossible to repair and their batteries are short-lived. Apple should design them to last.
Get the information, tools and resources it takes to protect yourself in today’s ever-changing marketplace.
These days we all need to be smart consumers. We need access to the information and resources it takes to avoid the latest scams, stop identity thieves, spot rip offs and keep unsafe food and toxic products out of our shopping carts. PIRG’s consumer watchdog team does the research, publicizes issues through the media, produces consumer guides, and sends out consumer alerts so we all have the tools to make smart, safe, informed choices.
AirPods are nearly impossible to repair and their batteries are short-lived. Apple should design them to last.
Our guide provides tips for avoiding price-gouging and a how-to for reporting bad actors.
Airlines have made some improvements, but overall delay, cancellation and bumped passenger rates remain high. Here’s what you can do to prepare.
California will have the strongest consumer Right to Repair law in the country
California law to close loophole in federal No Surprises Act
New law will eliminate ‘junk fees’ often tacked onto prices at final point of sale
Mastercard sees how much you spend, where and on what days - and it sells that information to companies you’ve never heard of.
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG
Food & Agriculture, Advocate, PIRG