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> Phones are unique devices in generally requiring you to buy new hardware after 2 or 3 years if you want up-to-date software. That's totally software's fault.
by qb45 11y ago
> Phones are unique devices in generally requiring you to buy new hardware after 2 or 3 years if you want up-to-date software.
That's totally software's fault. I find it kinda hilarious that my sister is looking for a new smartphone because her few years old Samsung is laggy while all she does is chatting with friends and watching their pics - things people did on dog slow PCs from the '90s.
- nextos 11y agoI think this is ultimately a consequence of locked down hardware. If manufacturers released drivers for your sister's device, your sister would be able to install a different operating system which would satisfy her needs.