👀Consumer products have become worse in quality compared to 10 years ago.
💸Consumers are encouraged to buy more frequently due to planned obsolescence.
🛠️Manufacturers intentionally make products difficult to repair, forcing consumers to buy new ones.
🔍Technological advancements no longer provide significant functional improvements, leading to constant upgrades.
🔄Fast fashion and micro trends contribute to increased consumption and rapid product turnover.
Why are consumer products of lower quality now?
—Manufacturers prioritize profits over quality and intentionally make products with shorter lifespans.
What is planned obsolescence?
—Planned obsolescence is the practice of designing products to become obsolete or unusable within a specific period, encouraging consumers to buy new ones.
Why are products difficult to repair?
—Manufacturers often don't provide repair tools, parts, or documentation, making it challenging for consumers to fix their products.
Why do people constantly upgrade their devices?
—Companies make minor adjustments to products each year, creating a sense of obsolescence and encouraging consumers to buy the latest versions.
How can we combat this problem?
—Consumers can prioritize durability, buy less frequently, choose quality over trends, and support the right to repair movement.
00:00Consumer products have declined in quality over the years, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
00:22Design processes prioritize functionality, appearance, and manufacturability.
01:57The concept of planned obsolescence emerged in the 1930s, encouraging regular product replacement.
03:46The demand for low-cost products leads to compromises in materials and construction.
05:07Advancements in technology no longer provide substantial functional improvements.
06:40Companies make minor adjustments to products each year to create a sense of obsolescence.
07:06Repairability of products is hindered by manufacturers' reluctance to provide necessary tools and parts.
07:40Consumers can combat this problem by prioritizing durability, buying less frequently, and supporting the right to repair movement.
