Conversation Topic Week 32

This week's conversation topic is planned obsolescence. Here are some articles and videos to check out in your free time.

Articles: What Is the Average Replacement Cycle and Lifespan of A Smartphone? (refurb.me)

Built To Fail: 7 Examples Of Planned Obsolescence | Durability Matters

Here’s the truth about the ‘planned obsolescence’ of tech - BBC Future

Videos: Planned Obsolescence Sucks. Here's Why It Still Exists. - YouTube

This is why we can't have nice things - YouTube

Are OLD CARS more RELIABLE? Planned obsolescence and SUSTAINABILITY in the AUTO INDUSTRY - YouTube