The 'capacitor plague' refers to a significant issue in the early 2000s where faulty capacitors caused widespread electronic device failures. The issue primarily affected devices manufactured between 1999 and 2003, with notable brands like Dell, HP, and IBM implicated. A recent YouTube video from the Asianometry channel explores this phenomenon, attributing failures to various factors, including supply chain complexities, counterfeit components, and possible industrial sabotage, while delving into the implications of outsourcing electronics manufacturing from Japanese to Taiwanese producers.
"What happened to the capacitors in 2002?... We will never know what exactly happened, but let's try," highlights the mystery surrounding the origin of the capacitor plague affecting electronics.
The capacitors, used from 1999 to 2003, experienced critical failures, causing issues for major brands like Dell and HP, leading to recalls and repairs.
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