Repairability index on anvil to help consumers take informed decision on buying smartphones, tablets

Smartphone and tablet manufacturers will soon have to rate their products on a repairability index to help consumers take informed decision as a government panel on Friday submitted a report recommending a framework for that. ‘The Framework on Repairability Index for Mobile and Electronic Sector’ aims to help consumers make informed decisions while purchasing devices, on the lines of energy efficiency ratings applicable for electrical appliances.