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Apple
fromMedium
2 days ago

Why you can't fix your iPhone, and how the entire tech industry learned to profit from it

Phone makers stagger frequent models, enforce long contracts, limit repairs, and sometimes throttle older devices — practices that can accelerate perceived obsolescence and push replacements.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Phone Updates Used to Be Annoying. The Latest iOS Is Awful

A major iOS update has provoked widespread user anger and exposed the tense dependence and frustration users feel toward their constantly changing smartphones.
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fromThe Verge
5 months ago

This iPhone case switches Lightning ports to USB-C

Ken Pillonel's latest project aims to fight planned obsolescence by giving people one less reason to replace their old iPhones, and builds on his viral mod from 2021 by improving support for fast charging. "This time, I'm turning that one-off DIY mod into a real product you can own," Pillonel said in the description of his latest YouTube video. "This isn't just a hack anymore; it's the biggest project I've ever done."
Apple
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
6 months ago

Want to save your old computer? Try one of these 8 Linux distros - some are perfect for newbies

Planned obsolescence in technology often forces users to upgrade hardware or seek alternatives.
Many older PCs can't run Windows 11, leading to limited support and potential security risks.
Privacy professionals
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago

I Almost Bought a Whirlpool Refridgerator, but These 7 Red Flags Scared Me Off

New refrigerators are losing quality compared to older models due to planned obsolescence and profit-driven manufacturing.
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