iFixit intros Dozuki, promises ‘service manuals that don’t suck’

The words “assembly required” shouldn’t elicit a horrified shutter. Unfortunately we’ve all been on the wrong side of at least one connect-A-to-B mishap, which is where iFixit’s Dozuki comes in. The service, now in beta, promises an end to user-manual aversion, providing manufacturers a new, updatable tool for delivering instructions to customers. Among other features, Dozuki provides a new form of distribution for otherwise static documents, delivering manuals through downloadable PDFs as well as dedicated apps. What’s more, it gives users a say, allowing “expert customers” the ability to pitch in their two cents. The program is now available in beta and will officially launch this spring. If you’re looking for a new way to say “insert x into y,” full PR awaits you after the break. Continue reading iFixit intros Dozuki, promises ‘service manuals that don’t suck’ iFixit intros Dozuki, promises ‘service manuals that don’t suck’ originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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