> Artificially shortening the lifespan of a product isn't profitable because of the hit the manufacturer takes to its reputation. Isn't this exactly what Apple

> Artificially shortening the lifespan of a product isn't profitable because of the hit the manufacturer takes to its reputation. Isn't this exactly what Apple does with its chargers all the time? They change them in the slightest manner in newer generations, so the older generation charger doesn't work with it. I don't think there is an actual legitimate reason to do this - such as improved design or functionality. It doesn't seem to hurt Apple at all though, their hardware is still top notch and above and beyond its competitors.