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It's important even when it's an iPhone or Android device. As the FTC report details, many households lack internet access outside of their mobile phones, so ha
by jonchang 5y ago
It's important even when it's an iPhone or Android device. As the FTC report details, many households lack internet access outside of their mobile phones, so having to send off your only way to get online to the original manufacturer can mean days or weeks of not being able to access government services or apply for jobs or whatever.
- sundvor 5y agoAnd if you watch any of Rossmann's videos where he repairs Macbooks and such, they have _VASTLY_ inflated prices and often do a subpar job. That monetary difference can be really hurtful.
- bzzzt 5y agoWhy the heck are people hurt by buying luxury brands like Apple? It's like saying poor people can't get the time because they don't have enough money to buy a Rolex...
- jchw 5y agoThe prices for repairs and replacement parts is inflated.
- benplumley 5y agoBecause the non-luxury brands quickly follow suit once Apple has demonstrated the extra profit outweighs the backlash.
- fpoling 5y agoiPhone lasts mechanically and is supported much longer than Android. The original iPhone SE still receives updates after 5 years from the release.