Sentences with phrase «where planned obsolescence»

The company is also facing a criminal probe in France (where planned obsolescence is illegal), an investigation from Italy's antitrust organization, and multiple class action lawsuits.

Apple also faces a criminal investigation in France, a country where planned obsolescence — intentionally ensuring products are no longer viable after a specified period of time — is illegal.

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For years, Apple — and other smartphone makers — have been accused of quietly encouraging so - called «planned obsolescence,» where the experience of using a device is artificially worsened to encourage upgrades.