tebla t1_isps79k wrote on October 17, 2022 at 8:08 PM

if there are studies they would probably use the term planned obsolescence

governorslice t1_isruwm6 wrote on October 18, 2022 at 6:29 AM

Not sure I agree with that. Planned obsolescence leans heavily (at least implicitly) towards a deliberate strategy - which also impacts both budget and premium products. OP’s question sounds broader to include products built with the genuine intention of lasting a long time.

tebla t1_issa8l9 wrote on October 18, 2022 at 10:14 AM

oh, actually yeah, you're right.

governorslice t1_issawiq wrote on October 18, 2022 at 10:22 AM

That said, planned obsolescence research would be an interesting read in itself! I just learned it is slightly broader and includes built-in obsolescence (I guess products that aren’t deliberately made to break, but also clearly made for the very short term?)

shortstockymutt t1_isvqtc3 wrote on October 19, 2022 at 1:25 AM

Planned Obsolescence fuels consumerism and capitalism. Oh, and fucks up the environment

governorslice t1_isvtz9z wrote on October 19, 2022 at 1:48 AM

Yep, pretty much!