I've been saying the same for a while, but there are definitely some strange things going on with product quality and replacement cost. Eg, my microwave has a

I've been saying the same for a while, but there are definitely some strange things going on with product quality and replacement cost. Eg, my microwave has a vent cover on the top that tends to crack and fall off after less than 3 years. They company wants >$90 for the lightweight, simple plastic part. I have a fridge with a long lasting LED light. The proprietary board that its mounted to failed after less than 4 years. We've somehow managed to replace short lasting components (filament bulbs) with components that last longer (led) but fail in more costly ways. Somehow the manufacturer gets away with blaming laws (incandescent bulbs were banned, we say!) while also profiting from building things too cheaply.