Ask iFixit: What Is Stretch Release Adhesive (and Why Do We Love It)?

We love it when a device uses stretch release tape instead of glue to hold down a battery. But why? And how does this magical stuff even work?

Ask iFixit: What Is Stretch Release Adhesive (and Why Do We Love

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