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Thats called Leasing.

• lotsofpulp 3y ago
  One of the main components of a lease is you have to give it back. Also, the manufacturer can let people sell the device and still maintain the ability to brick it if the owner reports it stolen.
• brookst 3y ago
  Not even remotely the same thing. Leasing means you only pay depreciation plus interest; it is an economic alternative to up front purchase or installment payments.
  • rasz 3y ago
    Sure it is, you paid money but somebody else still maintains ownership.
    • brookst 3y ago
      If we’re being reductive, going to the movies is leasing. Treatments at hospitals are leasing. Renting a car is leasing.
      • PawgerZ 3y ago
        Bro doesn't know the difference between goods and services.
        • rasz 3y ago
          Industry is fighting tooth and nail to destroy any distinction between the two. "You'll own nothing and be happy"