Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

> Apple that pushed everyone to the non removable in the first place.

How so? If removable batteries were favored by consumers it would seem the Android devices that offered them far longer would’ve continued to have them.



The "Free Market" showed that it is way more profitable to sell a shinny skinny phone that many replace instead of fixing after a year.

Apple successfully brainwashed consumers via their brilliant ad compains that thinner and shiny is better than usability, longevity and the environment.

Samsung and others copied what made more money.


Maybe you’re right. Or maybe people aren’t brainwashed and instead are buying what they want.

We in tech, myself certainly included, often have an idea of what people should want or prioritize rather than what they do.




Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: