Have you ever felt like your perfectly good device suddenly became “too old” overnight?
📱 Slower performance after a software update.
💻 New apps no longer supported.
🔧 Repairs becoming impossible or uneconomical.
This isn’t always coincidence – it’s part of a broader debate around planned obsolescence. Manufacturers often design devices with a limited usable lifespan, whether through hardware limitations, restricted repair options, or forced software upgrades.
But here’s the dilemma:
Longer-lasting devices = better for consumers and the environment.
Shorter product cycles = faster innovation and company profits.
As IT professionals, we see both sides: the need for reliable, up-to-date systems versus the waste (and cost) of constantly replacing hardware.
💡 Should we push for stronger Right to Repair laws and longer support windows? Or is rapid hardware refresh the price we pay for progress?
👉 Where do you stand? Are we being forced to upgrade too soon – or is this just the natural pace of tech?
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