review_batch_11.json

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    {
        "unique_id": 5001,
        "review_text": "I was really happy with my Zen Microphoto until it stopped working after less than two years. Creative offered me a new one for $150 (which is half what I paid for it), but I'll probably try to find one without built-in obsolescence. I think that a $300 device should last longer than that, and I wasn't impressed with Creative's after market support. My other big problem was I could never get it to work with Windows XP, although Vista seemed to support it OK.",
        "asin": "B000BM4U2G",
        "parent_asin": "B000BM4U2G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5002,
        "review_text": "Apple certification doesn't matter. The Cord Worked for about a 2 months and is now completely useless. Won't charge any Apple devices. Would like to return but I'm outside of the return window apparently, which seams conveniently like planned obsolescence. The cord was never under any stress or exaggerated movement. It never moved from my bedside outlet starting the day I received it. Don't waste your money.",
        "asin": "B019WLCXHK",
        "parent_asin": "B019WLCXHK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5003,
        "review_text": "Great buy if you only need it to last 3 months.  Now I own a brick with tentacles.  Of course,  the warranty/return period just passed.  Forced obsolescence?  Maybe.",
        "asin": "B088D1L2B9",
        "parent_asin": "B088D1L2B9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5004,
        "review_text": "The Syba 4 Bay 2.5\" SATA Hard Drive Rack Mount died right after the warrant ends. This product is useful, but it also has planned obsolescence. DO NOT BUY IT.",
        "asin": "B012IBOC3O",
        "parent_asin": "B012IBOC3O"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5005,
        "review_text": "Broke just outside of the return window. Terrible product, forced obsolescence has become ridiculous.",
        "asin": "B0865VZHNH",
        "parent_asin": "B09GK7YSFW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5006,
        "review_text": "I recently bought this as a gift to myself for Father's day, an upgrade from the original Fire I bought when that first came out.  I like the size, thickness and  graphics, but mostly bought this for the larger screen.  I am indifferent about the screensaver ads and the endless recommendations I get with my existing apps, since these apparently allowed me to buy at a discount (advertised as &#34;Special Offers&#34;).  I see no difference in the upgraded Wi-Fi (the signal dead spots in my house are the same in either model) and the sound (other than a bit more volume).<br /><br />The three things that ARE problematic are the power/volume buttons, the power/HDMI connections and the magnetic on/off switch.<br /><br />1.  The power and volume buttons are located next to each other on one side of the case.  This is more a first world problem, but when using manually turning the device off, it is common to change the volume instead, and if you are manually changing the volume, you can easily turn off the device.  I would have stayed with a software volume control only, like the original.<br /><br />2.  While the display rotates to adjust to the position of the the device, there is still a default position.  For apps like Netflix, this means that the device has to be in the horizontal with the power and hdmi connections at the bottom.  When using a case or propping it up for viewing, this means that you can't have the power or HDMI connected without raising the device up a few inches. I would have run these from the side (like the original) or out the top.  When running multimedia like video, the power doesn't last long enough for a full movie, so a power connection is a must.<br /><br />3.  I bought a case to protect my Kindle since I tend to be hard on my electronics.  There are magnets in the cover that turns the Kindle off when closing.  This is a nice feature with one drawback.  When using the Kindle, I fold the front cover to the back, but since the device is so thin, the magnets turn the Kindle off from the back.  I find myself removing the case more often than not to avoid this.  Since the case is from a secondary vendor, I can't say this is a consistent problem.<br /><br />An additional issue is that some apps I bought for the old Kindle are not compatible with the new one.  I bought Monopoly and Dungeon Hunter 2, to find that they supposedly don't work with the HD version.  There may be others I haven't looked for yet, but this is maddening in that these apps should at least be patched or upgraded, since they are Android tablet apps.  If the rate of app obsolescence is going to be this high with every upgrade, I would advise anyone to be VERY picky about their app purchases from Amazon.<br /><br />One last item is the speakers, which reside somewhat on the sides and wrap to the back.  I found that by cupping the speakers to direct the sound to the front during use improves the volume and quality tremendously.  This isn't possible when using a case.  I assume the position of the speakers is for better sound distribution, specifically when using as a radio or MP3 player, but for movies and games it sucks.<br /><br />I have already given my old Kindle to my daughter, so I can't go back.  But in hindsight, I probably would not have switched had I known about these issues.",
        "asin": "B008GFRE5A",
        "parent_asin": "B008GFRE5A"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5007,
        "review_text": "I liked this clock when I first got it. It did everything it promised and did it well. Unfortunately, after about 1.5-2 years the last screed just started going haywire. Not a long life considering I was using one from when high school which lasted about 20 years. Planned  obsolescence it's a sum bich.",
        "asin": "B00BDRYPV4",
        "parent_asin": "B00BDRYPV4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5008,
        "review_text": "No words can fully describe how happy I am with this phone!  Initially, I was super apprehensive about purchasing a new phone this way, but I am very happy that I took a chance.  Besides, the seller's solid return policy makes it hard not to take a chance.  As far as the product itself, man, this phone is practically brand new!  This is an absolutely beautiful and full-featured phone.  It comes with amazing biometrics and 5G capability so it's a total win-win!  On top of that, no person will be able to tell the difference between this phone and a brand new phone!  I have been a loyal Apple customer for years, but I've been looking to get out from under their thumb for some time because of the planned obsolescence stranglehold that they have on their customers.  Apple's corporate greed now places business and money before customers and I needed to get away from this kind of relationship.  I already own a top of the line Samsung tablet and a new Samsung phone was the next logical step for me.  However, in order for me to be truly happy and satisfied, this was the phone for me to make the move with.....Did I say how happy I am with this phone?  This is simply an amazing phone which I completely recommend, however, I also cannot recommend the seller enough!  This seller stands behind their product and their return policy is rock solid so you just can't lose!  And, on top of all that, I received my phone at least five days earlier than expected!  How awesome is that?  By the way, I really didn't understand what this whole \"locked\" vs \"unlocked\" thing really meant, but I've been with Verizon for about 20-years, and not going anywhere else, so it didnt make a difference for me.  In fact, this phone ended up being perfect for me.......I am just recommending that you understand what this means before you buy.  On a final side note, apparently, it is common for this phone's mobile data to be really bad when you first turn it on (this happened to me, but it is really not a problem).  Mine was at around one bar and I could not text or make calls.  I went online to find answers and found that this is a common problem, but it does have a simple solution..... Once you've transferred your Verizon service to your new phone, all you need to do is reboot the phone and this will fix the problem immediately.  There is a YouTube video that shows you how to do this step-by-step.  Once I rebooted my new phone, I was at full bars and the \"4G\" symbol popped-up immediately - I believe the 5G symbol pops-up when you're in the 5G areas.  Okay, I don't think I can say anything else great about this phone and seller.....Happy phone hunting!",
        "asin": "B07YXB153C",
        "parent_asin": "B09X7MB3QB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5009,
        "review_text": "The return window closed on January 31st and it stopped working on February 1st - 32 days after I received it!  The designers have precision engineering down for planned obsolescence.  If only precision engineering could be applied to the workings of the clock radio itself!",
        "asin": "B00DJCCBXA",
        "parent_asin": "B00DJCCBXA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5010,
        "review_text": "2/23/2016 - I installed this in my Mid-2010 Macbook Pro that was suffering from lag (which has been happening everytime I update my OS  - gotta' love planned obsolescence ...).  Procedure took less than an hour including reinstall of OS.  My MBP has a new lease on life!  Granted, I cannot make use of the SATA 3.0 speed, but it is still makes a huge difference.  Photoshop and Lightroom open in 2 &#34;bounces.&#34;  Used the guides over at ifixit[dot]com to do the install.",
        "asin": "B00OBRE5UE",
        "parent_asin": "B00OBRE5UE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5011,
        "review_text": "I have previously owned 2 Olympus underwater cameras, the first one I loved, but it stopped functioning in less than two years in the sea by still unknown circumstances, it flashed a message I could not read and stopped working, no water in it that I could tell.  Even though I had it less than 2 years the company said it was a 4 year old model and they did not accept them for repairs.  The second was killed by a friend but that was a plus by the time it turned on and announced itself the photo op was gone and it took lousy photos anyway.  I found this Pentax not only easier to work with but it took great photos on land and underwater, the only problem is huge, it is an underwater camera and the metal for the lanyard as well as in the waterproof door started corroding after the first few times in the sea even though I rinsed it in fresh water and wiped it with it's own towel as soon as I got out of the water. Though I have owned it over a year, I only started using it in the sea 5 months ago and yesterday it sucked water.  I had already bought another one because I liked how it operated, took great photos and needed GPS for tracking sea life and when I saw that I would have to pay over a $166 plus probably additional costs for parts because of the corrosion and shipping to send it in for it's yearly rehab all underwater camera company advise I decided a new one was the better option. Day later, now for sure it is, don't have a land camera either.  I would gladly pay more if electronic things would not self destruct in such a short time just so that I would not have to learn and set up a new one.  They have to stop this planned obsolescence the garbage dumps are overflowing.",
        "asin": "B00B728M7S",
        "parent_asin": "B00HE67GV4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5012,
        "review_text": "This 2020 model streaming stick is much faster than my previous HD model. It is even faster to open apps than my 4K model on my other tv. Also, the software is an upgrade to the 4K model with a new home page. I am very happy with it and even got a refund for turning in my old model.<br />My only question is that I wonder if this was a planned obsolescence similar to what Apple does with their iPhones. I don\u2019t really understand why my old HD firestick got so slow in opening and streaming Apps compared to a year ago. But the new firestick was at a very good sale price and with the rebate for my old stick I really can\u2019t complain about price. A big upgrade!",
        "asin": "B07ZZVX1F2",
        "parent_asin": "B07ZZVX1F2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5013,
        "review_text": "I bought this tablet to upgrade from an old Bamboo Craft I bought in 2009. As an aspiring professional illustrator, I wanted to buy myself a quality tablet to use into my professional career. I bought this tablet in the middle of January and I'm writing this in the middle of May.<br /><br />At first, I was in love with this tablet. I was convinced it would be the tablet that I would be using for a very long time. I loved the texture of the drawing surface and the matte appearance of the device. Drawing with it felt like an upgrade from the Craft; I had so much more control and the pen wasn't sliding all over the place. It also felt and looked like a quality device. The only pen nib that I've used so far (the felt one) has been holding well considering I have a very heavy hand when it comes to drawing. I had no problems with it whatsoever regarding drivers or lagging. All I needed to do was install the driver at the start and plug it in whenever I needed it and everything worked like it should. I even brought it with me to work in different locations inside my house and outside. It lasted about 5 months before giving in.<br /><br />I recently tried plugging it in and the lights lit up briefly before turning off forever. I tried different cables, different usb ports on different computers and laptops and uninstalling and reinstalling drivers to no avail. I came to the conclusion that the usb port was the culprit. I did some digging around on various threads on the Wacom site and the staff responses have been lacking. All of them suggest sending it in to a Wacom repair facility. Many people who have had theirs sent have either had their tablets break down on them again within months or have been sent entirely new tablets that also break down. I don't want the solution to my $300 problem to be more money down the drain or waiting for months on end for them to send me back my tablet when I could be making money doing work.<br /><br />I really expected quality from their &#34;pro&#34; series of tablets. This is a tool marketed to professionals with a price tag to match. Getting something as simple as a usb port wrong on a piece of important hardware is inexcusable. My thoughts are that this is some sort of planned obsolescence ploy or a cut-corner on the manufacturing level. My Bamboo Craft, which is considered a hobby tablet, has outlived my Intuos5. I'll be switching back to it for now until I can find a cost-efficient fix for my tablet. If Wacom would fix this in the next tablet they make, I'd happily throw more of my money at them.<br /><br />TLDR; Amazing tablet, stable drivers, but shoddily assembled and broke down in under half a year.",
        "asin": "B0076HMDSC",
        "parent_asin": "B008AI3XDA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5014,
        "review_text": "The headphones themselves are fine.  Quite good, actually.  However, I cannot give this product more than a single star, for the mere fact that normal, daily use WILL break them.<br /><br />Other people have mentioned the delicate headband in reviews, but for some reason, they were still willing to give the headphones at least 2 stars.  I refuse to do that.<br /><br />The problem is with the plastic that holds the ear cups to the headband.  After putting them on and taking them off daily for several months, they will begin to show stress marks.  Eventually, they will crack.  Not too long after that, they will break off completely, rendering them useless.<br /><br />The first time that this happened, I could consider that it might have been my fault, as I did not carry the phones around in their carrying case.  I thought that the stress of carrying them around loose in a bag might have been the culprit.  So I shelled out the $30(!) dollars for a replacement headband.<br /><br />From then on, I carried them only in the carrying case.  I was very careful then putting them on and taking them off.  But STILL, the same thing happened--stress marks, followed by cracking, followed by actual breakage.  I refuse to pay the $30 for ANOTHER headband that I know WILL eventually break in the exact same way.<br /><br />If this were not a known problem, then the NVX website would probably not be selling replacement headbands, and at such an exorbitant price.  There is probably a planned obsolescence/profit motive for them.<br /><br />Customer service responded to no emails.<br /><br />So all I can do is warn you away from these.  I don't write many reviews, but I've submitted mine, because this has pissed me off so much.  Buyer beware.",
        "asin": "B0093PVTPS",
        "parent_asin": "B0093PVTPS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5015,
        "review_text": "It's barely been moved, is rarely plugged in.  No trauma.  It's corrupt.  Planned obsolescence.  Goodbye, data.  Thanks, SimpleTech.",
        "asin": "B0012RCKOE",
        "parent_asin": "B0012RCKOE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5016,
        "review_text": "After a year or two the pairing code on the bottom of the mouse has rubbed off, making it impossible to pair to my machine and therefore more or less useless. This is obsolescence designed in, environmentally abhorrent, and not good value for money. Avoid.",
        "asin": "B000BDH2Y8",
        "parent_asin": "B000BDH2Y8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5017,
        "review_text": "I am sure I will like these ear buds ... My only huge beef is that I bought these for IPHONE 8 PLUS And sure enough this need the extra piece in order to actually PLUG THEM INTO MY IPHONE 8PLUS...Tribute to Apple \ud83c\udf4e designing in obsolescence for everything and now these earphones FOR Apple IPhone 8 That doesn't fit this phone!! So Amazin sold them to me under the impression that these buds are for this iPhone 8+  Yes I will leave the spelling of Amazin incorrect. Disappointed in both co.s",
        "asin": "B08CXXP59S",
        "parent_asin": "B08FHXWPV7"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5018,
        "review_text": "Decent quality sound, durability is less than poor. Normally last me 6 months which isn't ideal but good enough, but last pair I bought lasted 5 days.  Will never buy a JVC product again.  Save up the money and buy quality instead of this planned obsolescence product.",
        "asin": "B00DVH265G",
        "parent_asin": "B00DVH265G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5019,
        "review_text": "My 1st kindle lasted 5 years and I liked it so I purchased another.<br />Unfortunately my 2nd kindle has only lasted 5 months built in obsolescence?<br />I was hoping Amazon would replace it but found out there is only a 90 day warranty unless you purchase an extended warranty.<br />I won't be purchasing another even with the great deals offered.",
        "asin": "B01J94TG3E",
        "parent_asin": "B01M3ULMWP"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5020,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence.<br />Please do not buy any Philips cam. You never know when they will forbid you to use it! Bought that cam a few years ago. Now the support is gone and I can only use it though my own Wifi, making it unusable as a security camera.<br />Last version of the app on iOS has been updated 2 years ago! Sync with dropbox has been gone. They have NO excuse. They could provide username and password so we could access the camera from local network using a simple browser, turning it to a simple IP cam. I will never buy Philips product again. Now I have to throw a product that works perfectly but that is locked by the manufacturer!! Shame on you! Some ask why the Internet of Things takes time to take off? Simple. Because of behaviours like that!",
        "asin": "B0085KAGJC",
        "parent_asin": "B0085KAGJC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5021,
        "review_text": "I've been buying these for a few years. They used to last me around 6 months before one of the earbuds would invariably die (clearcut planned obsolescence, but the sound quality was good, so I didn't care). Now, the last three pairs I've ordered have all broke within 2 days time. Do not waste your money.  Now I have to find a new brand that will last and sound good.",
        "asin": "B016AY6CB0",
        "parent_asin": "B016AY6CB0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5022,
        "review_text": "One year ago I purchased a new Samsung Series 6 LED Flatscreen TV, unaware that the next generations would include integral internet streaming capability.  As a big Youtube and Netflix watcher who appreciates \"couch comfort\", I felt like I had missed out until I realized I could \"patch\" the situation by getting these features in a new Blueray player.  After reviewing the limited knowledge I could find on competing players and features, I went with the Samsung BD-C6800 which I found at Costco.<br />There seems to be some confusion regarding this Model # at Amazon, as there are both an Ntsc and Multiplay versions advertised with this model. The one I got was US (ntsc only) at half the price of the multiplay version(Pal/Ntsc).<br /><br />It took me around 45 minutes to set everything up and confirm operation. This included reading parts of the manual when necessary to navigate the remote control inputs, as well as significant \"exploration\" of streaming sites included on the player.  I have a wireless router on a different wall in the same room which registered maximum strength signal on the player.<br />Once I figured out how to input my security code via the players' remote control, everything went flawlessly in the 'auto' mode to 'marry' the player to my wireless network, without the need for me to understand all the network jargon or look look up settings.  My only criticism is that the remote uses AAA batteries instead of the longer lived AA's, even though the remote is otherwise robust in size, and has a layout with large buttons and a good balance of features and simplicity.<br /><br />Netflix setup was a breeze requiring only a one time setup via my laptop to enter my info.  I had read some criticisms that other players netflix allowed browsing, where the Samsung limited you to choose from your netflix que.  This is not going to be a problem for me since I tend to keep my \"watch instantly\" que loaded with items of potential interest, and the samsung app allows me to select or pass any item.  (Update - shortly after this REVIEW an automatic software update to the player provided enhanced Netflix selection modes similar to those used to order disks, resulting in a \"no-compromise\" selection menu.)<br /><br />Buffering for a feature film on Netflix required less than 30 seconds, and resulted in EXCELLENT picture quality.  Unfortunately I don't have a separate sound system in place yet on which to comment on the audio, other than low volume from the LED flatscreen set's tiny speakers which otherwise have delivered adequately. Unlike some critical evaluations citing problems with reading subtitles, I found that by keeping in the UNSTRETCHED 16:9 native format settings I eliminated any problems and filled the screen on movies.<br /><br />I ventured next into Hulu for the first time and got acquanted with their (free) offerings. Then the weather, Roku (tv guide),vudu, and facebook.  Other than some minor errors initially navigating the screen with the remote, using the interface was very intuitive.<br /><br />BlueRay Operation was pleasantly and shockingly fast compared to my one year old Panasonic which always tried my patience. Video quality was excellent to my eye, but so was the Panasonic.  I do miss seeing a flash memory slot for camera jpeg input that I see mostly on Panasonic players, but this is an easy work around with a SD to USB adapter.<br /><br />I have not yet tested the Allshare capabilities, but this also may lessen the need for an SD slot on the player. (since this review I have added a SDHC cardreader to the USB LED Flatscreens inputs which works directly with allshare and the TV's remote control as well. Since I have access to this side location, this is actually a more direct approach to reading SD cards WITHOUT having to \"flowchart\" the settings on the series connection to view the card content)<br /><br />I highly recommend this player. As the integration of internet sourcing DVD players is in it's youth, the ability to download new apps will likely be showing up soon on competitive models, and will help prolong the useful life of similar components against obsolescence. (Still happy with the player 90 days later.)",
        "asin": "B003QP41EW",
        "parent_asin": "B003QP41EW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5023,
        "review_text": "I like that this printer was easy to use.  It has a convenient envelope feed that I especially liked.  HOWEVER, after about 2 years of light to moderate use, it quit scanning.  Now I get a &#34;mispick&#34; error message and the automatic paper feed doesn't work when I put papers in the feeder.  So basically the printer is worthless to me for its intended light office use.  It looks like planned obsolescence to me.",
        "asin": "B003ZWHTMW",
        "parent_asin": "B003ZWHTMW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5024,
        "review_text": "The ability to simultaneously play different music from different iPads was the \"killer application\" that resulted in me purchasing over $1k in Sonos equipment over the years. However, older speakers no longer play music stored on iPads without the purchase of at least one new speaker or alternatively, network access to  a library on an a ( never sleeping, which wastes energy and is presumably life-shortening)  PC, NAS (which I do not have or intend to set up) or music service (not interested, thank you not very much).<br /><br />And, in order to set up a new speaker, Sonos requires location data. So adding insult to injury, Sonos now evidently wants to stalk or target market to me, evidently a new revenue stream for the company.<br /><br />I still like the product but am disappointed by the planned obsolescence and invasion of my privacy. Yes there is a discount available for an upgrade but I don't want to buy a new pair of Play 5's - too much money to have the new set potentially become obsolete in possibly a shorter amount of time -  and  Play 3's are not upgradeable, apparently because the company no longer makes 3's, only One's and 5's.",
        "asin": "B07W6RYRZM",
        "parent_asin": "B0BJZ8X96P"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5025,
        "review_text": "Can no longer adjust or even turn off the back light.  Some presets no longer work.  Is this predetermined obsolescence or just some cheap parts?  Who knows?  I have to replace it but not with Sangean.",
        "asin": "B0010HUAIO",
        "parent_asin": "B0010HUAIO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5026,
        "review_text": "THIS IS A GREAT RECEIVER!  AS I BUILD MY AV SYSTEM I'LL HAVE A RECEIVER THAT IS A HEDGE AGAINST OBSOLESCENCE. I AM CURRENTLY USING IT FOR STEREO ONLY. IT CREATES A WIDE AND DETAILED SOUND STAGE WITH PLENTY OF PUNCH! AN EXCELLENT RECEIVER FOR THE PRICE!",
        "asin": "B004QQXDVC",
        "parent_asin": "B004QQXDVC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5027,
        "review_text": "Everythings absolutely fine, although the cable could be removable for obsolescence reasons. Still a great great product. Works fine with win7 and osx Sierra. (eGpu users alert! Bootcamp won't run two thunderbolt devices simultaneously, therefore you have to choose between using the ssd (in bootcamp is not plugandplay) and the eGpu whenever comes to use windows on Mac).",
        "asin": "B00SBSLZXY",
        "parent_asin": "B00SBSLZXY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5028,
        "review_text": "So Im a professional PC builder, worked with hardware from 2000s to brand new. Had a coworker buy one of these and complained about several issues like throttling and extremely loud noise and I took a look and inspected it, boy it was worse than I expected. DELL is basically running a SCAM here.<br />Problems: 1.) PROPREITARY PARTS. What Dell does here should be ILLEGAL. To ensure you cant drop in a better real motherboard with better bios and OC options (or future platforms) Dell uses propreitary power connectors (NO ATX PSU or pinouts) and protrudes a chunk of the board into the front panel with all the connectors (usb etc.) on the board, NOT the case. Making the board useless in any other scenario. So if you buy this, youre paying to get something you wont be able to upgrade, and Dell can then keep you buying another overpriced 3k PC in 2 years when higher end options come out, and laugh at you for being a cash cow for dell. Planned obsolescence in a DESKTOP TOWER is obscene.<br />2.) 120mm AIO cooler. Dont fall for their BS marketing, \u201cCryo-tech\u201d is nothing but literally the absolute cheapest, SMALLEST mass marketed AIO in production. This is BAD for anything more than an R/i3 or non-X/K i/R5 at the very most (65w or less). With i7/9 or R7/9 CPUs, IT WILL THROTTLE. (Your clock speeds and performance will TANK) youre paying for a high performance CPU yet your performance will likely be a full CPU grade lower (R9 with R7 performance, i9 with i7 performance, etc) WASTEFUL. Plus the fact it WILL run hot (>90C) your CPU will likely degrade much faster and is just bad for any components to run like Dell has configured here.<br /> 3.) Chassis is way smaller than case makes it look, literally garbage tier small metal chassis from the early 2000s with a giant piece of plastic and RGB leds strapped to it. Creates a crammed case with hot parts (even worse for i9 Intel and 3090 spec but R9 and 3080 still too much for the case).<br />4.) NOISE. This is easily the loudest computer ive ever heard, and Im not a noise snob, I often opt for high rpm sometimes even Ball Bearing fans for max cooling and performance over max quietness. Dell has managed the WORST OF BOTH WORLDS. Due to throttling and cpu and gpu running hot in this garbage case, the fans quickly ramp extremely quickly and are very loud. There is also a varying freq humming that ramps with CPU loads and is likely coil whine from the dirt cheap motherboard VRMs which will probably pop and fry your board if you run this computer with any overclock or load for long time or if you try to decrease the noise by dropping fan speeds. I didnt have a sound meter with me, but to my semi trained ear at high load this computer easily exceeds 50 dBA which is AWFUL especially since its still overheating.<br />5.) $3,000 of E-waste strapped to plastic from a garbage company that is still riding high off its former Decent/Good reputation from the 90s/2000s, since theyve cut costs and quality as much as physically possible to increase profits for the few large shareholders responsible for destroying this company and pretty much all large American corporations at this point.<br />Good:<br />1.) Dell\u2019s Video Cards (not the low end models though like below RTX 20XX) are actually reasonably high quality with thoughtful cooling designs, VRM and power stage quality. Not very pretty mind you, black plastic and no rgb, but very functional and well designed. Shame they shove it in a piece of s* case with like 1cm of room for the fans to breathe. Took my buds Dell 3080 and put it in my system and an open air bench and it performed above average for 3080s in thermals and therefore performance and noise. Video card is not the problem with this system, everything else is, however.<br /><br />Summary: proprietary garbage you will not be able to upgrade or repair, E-waste motherboard and case with ancient tooling, too small for modern hot components, 120mm AIO = BAD, thermal throttling under any sustained load and unbearably loud noise. Dell Bloatware further makes substandard performance even worse. This shouldnt be legal to make. Planned obsolescence in a freaking DESKTOP TOWER is unacceptable and dont support Dell\u2019s greed. For the older folks, this isnt the same Company it was in the 90s/2000s, just bottom of the barrel, greedy garbage. If you dont care about future upgrades or repair, just buy a $499 or so Chinese high end mini-PC with a mobile i9 or something in it, get it with dual channel RAM and an NVME SSD, buy a reasonable GPU and buy a cheap/used external GPU enclosure from ebay and connect it via USB-C and you have a system for under $1000 that makes far more sense than this.<br />Or buy Powerspec, or HP Omen (still some propreitaryness but nothing like the level of Dell), or Lenovo or ASUS or Skytech/ibuypower. Any of those are better options. Trash. Stay away",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5029,
        "review_text": "The app is not on Google Play anymore, rendering this device only useful as a watch. How frustrating. I've had my device more than two years and it still works but I got a new phone and can't get the app. Absolutely ridiculous. Forced obsolescence is real.",
        "asin": "B07HLJ3GJD",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5030,
        "review_text": "WHILE IT IS EASY TO INSTALL IT IS MADE CHEAPLY AND ALREADY BROKE YESTERDAY. I JUST TRIED TO RETURN IT AND FOUND OUT THAT THE RETURN DATE ENDED TWO DAYS AGO. NOW THAT IS PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5031,
        "review_text": "[Edit ca 7/2022; just under 1 year after purchase]<br />Time and time, over and over again, the device kept reminding me of this being the worst device I'd ever purchased among laptops, smartphones, and tablets.<br /><br />From Day 1, it has been/ was horribly clunky.  While the battery is decent, that never mattered because the system would get bogged down after a couple hours since booting -- as I type this edit on the device right now with nothing else running on it, my keys are delayed about 0.5-2 seconds.  This gets heralded as a solid 2-in-1 device line for graphic design?  I don't believe it.  Less than a year after having purchased this, I've gone from 2.5, maybe a being-nice 3 stars to a solid 1 at the pricepoint.  Not only is it the worst tech purchase of my life it's turned me away from Chrome OS for life.  There's no need for you to repeat my mistake<br />_____<br /><br />This is my first Chromebook.  Ever since they were first introduced, a part of me has always liked the idea.  I was a relatively early adopter of cloud-based office suites such as Drive for personal use.  Once work started following suit on transitioning to Google suites a few years ago, the incentive for me increased.  As such, when my old word processor laptop finally breathed its last symbolic breath, I opted for the switch.  Unfortunately, however, my first impressions ~2 weeks in are not particularly high.<br /><br />Before making the purchase, I appropriately did my research.  During that time, I was continually thrown back at how low basic performance specs, only to be assuaged by (sponsored, bought and likely fake) tech reviews of how Chrome OS doesn't need all the fancy schmancy high RAM and CPU processing power because... ... it's Chrome OS!  I knew better, but when budget constraints were accounted for, there were not any truly viable options of reliable brand + desired features + desired performance specs in my price range.  Something had to give and it ended up being the performance specs.  Out-of-the box, the device consistently hangs when loading basic, basic things.  I'm not attempting to run anything remotely intensive and there is still that consistent pause that isn't there in similarly-priced (non-bloatware-filled) Windows devices -- let alone anything running Linux (MacOS excluded because of price-point).  This is entirely because of the industry standard to short consumers on specs.  When RAM is low, performance drops below tolerable thresholds faster and devices are replaced much sooner.  Ahhh... planned obsolescence.  How you are a bane on tech progress reaching the consumer.  Alas, that's a relatively small issue compared to the weird brain fart-y fuster-cluck that is Google dev.<br /><br />Do you know what happens when you try to use the Google Drive suite of apps on a Google Chromebook with the Google ChromeOS?  It's clunky.  It's everything but intuitive.  It throws you around telling you that you need to install other apps in the suite... that you've already installed.  And then it causes everything to force close.  It doesn't work.  You have to force close it, attempt to uninstall and reinstall.  And you know what?  This isn't the first (and likely not last) time I've encountered Google products supposedly having been optimized to work with other Google products not... being optimized for other Google products and at times not even being functional... on other Google products.  Yes, this portion of the review is likely not going to be limited to the Flip CM5, and that's why the review is docked to only 3 stars and not 2.  In addition, I'm still able to use browser-based Google Drive, but it still shouldn't be any kind of issue.  But shouldn't the baseline be that Google apps run seamlessly on Google OSes (Android and Chrome)?  Forgive me for expecting Google products to interact well with each other.  I should've known better.<br /><br />In the end, I've been able to accommodate my use to be in-line with the limits of the device.  It's nice as a sleek, fancy word-processor with other features that go can help develop my significant other's personal interests (casual digital art) before committing to a serious device for that in the future.  Overall, it can get the job done, but not nearly as smoothly as I think it should be able to at its current price point though much -- and I suspect most -- of that is on the Google development side and not on ASUS.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5032,
        "review_text": "[Edit ca 7/2022; just under 1 year after purchase]<br />Time and time, over and over again, the device kept reminding me of this being the worst device I'd ever purchased among laptops, smartphones, and tablets.<br /><br />From Day 1, it has been/ was horribly clunky.  While the battery is decent, that never mattered because the system would get bogged down after a couple hours since booting -- as I type this edit on the device right now with nothing else running on it, my keys are delayed about 0.5-2 seconds.  This gets heralded as a solid 2-in-1 device line for graphic design?  I don't believe it.  Less than a year after having purchased this, I've gone from 2.5, maybe a being-nice 3 stars to a solid 1 at the pricepoint.  Not only is it the worst tech purchase of my life it's turned me away from Chrome OS for life.  There's no need for you to repeat my mistake<br />_____<br /><br />This is my first Chromebook.  Ever since they were first introduced, a part of me has always liked the idea.  I was a relatively early adopter of cloud-based office suites such as Drive for personal use.  Once work started following suit on transitioning to Google suites a few years ago, the incentive for me increased.  As such, when my old word processor laptop finally breathed its last symbolic breath, I opted for the switch.  Unfortunately, however, my first impressions ~2 weeks in are not particularly high.<br /><br />Before making the purchase, I appropriately did my research.  During that time, I was continually thrown back at how low basic performance specs, only to be assuaged by (sponsored, bought and likely fake) tech reviews of how Chrome OS doesn't need all the fancy schmancy high RAM and CPU processing power because... ... it's Chrome OS!  I knew better, but when budget constraints were accounted for, there were not any truly viable options of reliable brand + desired features + desired performance specs in my price range.  Something had to give and it ended up being the performance specs.  Out-of-the box, the device consistently hangs when loading basic, basic things.  I'm not attempting to run anything remotely intensive and there is still that consistent pause that isn't there in similarly-priced (non-bloatware-filled) Windows devices -- let alone anything running Linux (MacOS excluded because of price-point).  This is entirely because of the industry standard to short consumers on specs.  When RAM is low, performance drops below tolerable thresholds faster and devices are replaced much sooner.  Ahhh... planned obsolescence.  How you are a bane on tech progress reaching the consumer.  Alas, that's a relatively small issue compared to the weird brain fart-y fuster-cluck that is Google dev.<br /><br />Do you know what happens when you try to use the Google Drive suite of apps on a Google Chromebook with the Google ChromeOS?  It's clunky.  It's everything but intuitive.  It throws you around telling you that you need to install other apps in the suite... that you've already installed.  And then it causes everything to force close.  It doesn't work.  You have to force close it, attempt to uninstall and reinstall.  And you know what?  This isn't the first (and likely not last) time I've encountered Google products supposedly having been optimized to work with other Google products not... being optimized for other Google products and at times not even being functional... on other Google products.  Yes, this portion of the review is likely not going to be limited to the Flip CM5, and that's why the review is docked to only 3 stars and not 2.  In addition, I'm still able to use browser-based Google Drive, but it still shouldn't be any kind of issue.  But shouldn't the baseline be that Google apps run seamlessly on Google OSes (Android and Chrome)?  Forgive me for expecting Google products to interact well with each other.  I should've known better.<br /><br />In the end, I've been able to accommodate my use to be in-line with the limits of the device.  It's nice as a sleek, fancy word-processor with other features that go can help develop my significant other's personal interests (casual digital art) before committing to a serious device for that in the future.  Overall, it can get the job done, but not nearly as smoothly as I think it should be able to at its current price point though much -- and I suspect most -- of that is on the Google development side and not on ASUS.",
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        "parent_asin": "B096VBL99G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5033,
        "review_text": "These work exceptionally well in terms of sound quality for the price, but the problem I had with these is that after a while one side stopped working. So now it's a mono headphone instead of a stereo one. This is something I've noticed happens with many different kinds of headphones. It is very irritating. Planned obsolescence?",
        "asin": "B06XPZ73H6",
        "parent_asin": "B06XPZ73H6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5034,
        "review_text": "I am purchasing a second pair of these because one I bought in 2021 recently stopped functioning. This is so irritating, and has been a problem with headphones in general (all brands) for YEARS. IDK if it is planned obsolescence, but this issue where headphones work perfectly only to one day stop working on one side is a constant nightmare. Sometimes it's after only a few weeks or months, and in some cases it may take up a year or two but it basically means spending a lot more money on headphones over one's lifetime than one ordinarily would. This does not happen with monitor (studio) headphones in my experience, and perhaps it doesn't happen with higher end (very pricey) headphones, I don't know. But to have to spend between $20 and $40 (and sometimes a bit more) several times a year or so is a huge annoyance.<br /><br />If it were not for this problem, I'd have rated these higher in terms of value and overall. The sound quality is great for the price, and while others have complained about the comfort, I did not find this to be an issue. These are even comfortable enough to fall asleep with. This is not something I do regularly, I am just noting that it's possible whereas with other headphones it'd be too uncomfortable and it seems like it'd snap the headphones. I do not think this has anything to do with how they'll just stop working on one side, because this has happened to me with earbuds and headphones alike, or various different brands and some were ones I used much more carefully and infrequently, yet the exact same thing happened.<br /><br />I also use headphones and headsets for various different purposes and I like to use various different types of headphones and speakers etc. when mixing and testing the sound of a mix, so when I can afford it I will have 4 - 5 different headphones at any given time. Or at least, I would, if I didn't have to constantly replace them because they malfunction like this. Now I am down to two. I will say, that this particular pair (the black variant for $39.99) took longer to break down at least, but at the same time I'd purchased a white/gray variant (about $20 less) which looks exactly the same, and which similarly stopped working on one side in a much shorter span of time.",
        "asin": "B06XRXDW9D",
        "parent_asin": "B077MNZHCF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5035,
        "review_text": "I use this lightly in the shop and sometimes at work in the office. After light use the right side headphone completely stopped working - no sound. I hate that companies produce things with the purpose of them failing and not being able to repair. Planned obsolescence is killing our wallets and the planet. DO NO BUY. Was great while it worked but all the good qualities are immediately nullified if half of the product fails.",
        "asin": "B07FN72KG8",
        "parent_asin": "B07KM9Z1YG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5036,
        "review_text": "The TV has worked great for awhile but then woke up this morning to no picture and a flashing red light. Turns out the capacitors are damaged and need to be replaced. I haven't even had the TV for a year and a half. This is planned obsolescence at its finest. I will no longer buy an LG product ever again. I'm out of warranty due to time frame. To say I'm livid is an understatement. LG products have gone down hill. They start great but they deteriorate quickly. Buy at your own peril.",
        "asin": "B079V3HQ4Y",
        "parent_asin": "B079V3HQ4Y"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5037,
        "review_text": "Overall, the Chuwi Hi10X seems pretty solid.  The touch screen is accurate.  The pen is accurate.  Palm rejection works (just make sure you have the Windows settings set up correctly, and also make sure the device has detected the pen before you rest your palm on the screen).  I guess, I might have bought my device at an inopportune time when Microsoft has started pushing their official Windows 11 update.  Microsoft's own PC Health Check states that the Chuwi Hi10X meets all the requirements.  And basically it does, and you can upgrade to Windows 11.  However, you will lose your internal microphone function.  I've tried to have Chuwi support address this, but their only answer at this point is \"maybe Chuwi Hi10X is not adapted to Win 11 yet\".  There is a know issue with Intel SST drivers and Win 11 that may or may not be related.  Intel claims it's the OEM's responsibility to provide updated drivers.  Chuwi remains silent on whether or not they are aware of or debugging the issue.  Right now, it feels like Chuwi themselves have no real development team (as what seems to be common with a lot of Chinese companies) and are just waiting for some other third party to fix the issue (if ever).  Sometimes in these cases a new model comes out with updated components that work, but essentially forcing old models into obsolescence.  It seems to be that there are Chuwi Hi10X models out there with slightly different components (there are are those who have stated their audio device is actually Realtek and not Intel SST).  I do wonder sometimes if they are \"re-branding\" certain components so the OS detects them as one thing, but they are actually not.  So, when the OS updates certain device drivers, it actually becomes a mismatch and causes the device to fail.  Well, only time will tell if they will actually fix this issue or allow it to get buried under newer products.  Anyway, the microphone issue with Win 11 seems to be the only hangup.  Plugging in a TRRS wired headphone with mic does not work.  While inconvenient there are some workarounds. Like, use a bluetooth headset that has a microphone, or use a USB mic.  I will certainly update this review if my microphone ever starts working again.",
        "asin": "B087WNHD88",
        "parent_asin": "B089F6B8C8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5038,
        "review_text": "Apple isn't supporting it anymore with their planned obsolescence",
        "asin": "B07K39FRSL",
        "parent_asin": "B07K39FRSL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5039,
        "review_text": "Developed horizontal black lines across the screen after only a couple years of use. Planned obsolescence or just poor quality by Samsung? Either way I'll never purchase another Samsung product again.",
        "asin": "B001ULBP8E",
        "parent_asin": "B001ULBP8E"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5040,
        "review_text": "I often read reviews to help me decide what to purchase, and think it's useful to know something about the reviewer. So....<br />Frequent purchaser. Rare reviewer. I have been both lovingly and frustratingly referred to as a \"techie\" or \"early adopter\" by friends and family. I am fluent in several coding languages, used to build computers as a job, and continue an extremely healthy hobby. That said, on to the stuff you all really care about.<br /><br />This is my 4th Drobo. I purchased a gen 1 when they first came out and kept it till it died. I have 2 FSs and this 5N. The all worked fabulously for the terms of their warranties and \"Drobocare\" extended warranties. (Yes I am familiar with the debate about the cost-effectiveness and utilities of purchasing such warranties. Suffice to say, sometimes I do, sometimes I don't. I'm fickle).<br /><br />At this point you may be thinking \"sounds like he likes these things, so why the 2-star rating?\" To answer.......<br /><br />PROS: As I said, for the term of their warranties these things worked great. In fact they often continue to work great past their terms. There are some caveats. You need to be careful with the drives you pick (I currently prefer the WD Red series) and, of course, you need to be current on your firmware. The Drobo line tends to lag behind in adopting new drive capacities and if you're not careful inserting a brand new capacity drive (suck as the 4k drives when they first came out years ago) before the firmware is updated can be BAD. Tech support for the term of the warranties is also good.<br /><br />CONS: The company philosophy is one of UN-needed (in my opinion) forced obsolescence. Yes technology evolves and you have to keep up in order for things to work. Let's be honest here these are RAIDs. Really nice RAIDs, but RAIDs. The tech is not evolving rapidly. In fact I'd say the difference between the FS and 5N is incremental at best (and that's running them side by side for almost a year). Herein lies my main, large, big ol' not gonna buy a Drobo again, flag....after the 4y they refuse to answer any questions at all. They refer to you to their forums, yes. But that is hit or miss. They are adamant about this refusal. Their only advice when encountering ANY and ALL questions after 4y is to buy a new model! That is blatant predatory business practice, in my opinion.<br /><br />to wit: I recently encountered a problem with one of my FSs. It is about 5y old. Inside I had 2 x 3TB Seagate Barracudas, and 3 x 4TB WD red. I replaced a 4TB red with a 6tb red (yes I know this was not optimal for increasing space. I wanted the 4TB for another rig.) The Drobo (and yes we're talking FS model here not 5N - but the purpose of this story is to describe the company philosophy so it is relevant) locked up in Data Protection and would not come back online despite hard resets. As I stated earlier Drobos only reply was to tell me to buy a new unit (~$500 + warranty - that they of course always recommend...) Bottom line after a week of fiddling I figured out that both Seagates had failed. I replace them with WD Red and the FS works fine. So again good product if you have the time and knowledge to deal with a crappy company.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5041,
        "review_text": "Don't have this exact player but the 2GB MP4. Battery never charged even after I tried several times with button in \"on\" position. Got response from customer service that battery was defective and that either take back to CVS, or send in to Craig with $15 dollars if within 90 day warranty or $30 if out of warranty.Since I had bought at Xmas and I made mistake of not opening for about 4 months(was supposed to be backup to my Ipod 512k Shuffle). none of above options make sense to me. Have read many problems with this and other models even if battery charges. Soooo....don't even take a chance for the price. This has been the 2nd Craig product I have been burned by. The other was the analog/digital TV converter. It worked just past the warranty<br />period and \"crapped out\". talk about planned obsolescence. : 0<br />Never again!! Made mistake of not getting online and reading about the model number. Sigh! I always research before I buy. Amazon reviews as well as FixYa site tends to be pretty accurate.<br />Have to admit that I did like the quality of sound and equalizer when able to play from USB port on my laptop. Liked the colorful LCD screen 2.",
        "asin": "B001E4H46O",
        "parent_asin": "B001E4H46O"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5042,
        "review_text": "Can you say planned obsolescence! Fitbit is designed to last 2 years. After warranty runs out and you have a problem, they offer you a 25% discount on a new one! No thanks!!! I will not buy another one, I\u2019ll buy a Garmin!!!",
        "asin": "B07TWFVDWT",
        "parent_asin": "B08M8Y6473"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5043,
        "review_text": "This is my last purchase of any Panasonic still camera or video camera.  I have purchased five of them and none lasted more than 6 months.  I was lured by the Panasonic point and shoot digital cameras having such comparatively long optical zoom lenses, but obsolescence is built in, with these cameras built not to last more than 6 months. There is no need to suffer with Panasonic any longer as the other manufacturers have caught up with optical zooms on the digital point and shoot cameras.  There are two primary still camera manufactures: Nikon and Canon.  This applies to professional SLR's and consumer cameras.  If you don't believe me, look at any professional journalist.  You will not see a Panasonic or Olympus.  Go to any television station.  The pro equipment is all Sony.",
        "asin": "B003962DXE",
        "parent_asin": "B003LL3CLY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5044,
        "review_text": "This is my last purchase of any Panasonic still camera or video camera.  I have purchased five of them and none lasted more than 6 months.  I was lured by the Panasonic point and shoot digital cameras having such comparatively long optical zoom lenses, but obsolescence is built in, with these cameras built not to last more than 6 months. There is no need to suffer with Panasonic any longer as the other manufacturers have caught up with optical zooms on the digital point and shoot cameras.  There are two primary still camera manufactures: Nikon and Canon.  This applies to professional SLR's and consumer cameras.  If you don't believe me, look at any professional journalist.  You will not see a Panasonic or Olympus.  Go to any television station.  The pro equipment is all Sony.",
        "asin": "B000EIVKQ6",
        "parent_asin": "B000EORBBS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5045,
        "review_text": "This thing lasted for a while, it was nice and easy to get working but of course, planned obsolescence kicked in an now it's useless!! Piece of GARBAGE.",
        "asin": "B00AQGGKV6",
        "parent_asin": "B00AQGGKV6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5046,
        "review_text": "My girlfriend knows I want function and quality, I am determined that is why she picked this cover. It was a Christmas gift and I have had my kindle fire protected in it since the moment I unwrapped it. I am giving it three stars because of some negative issues with it after only thirty days.<br />-I want to first point out the positives!  The Hampton seems hand tailored as it fits securely. Once placed correctly in the case it won't come out unless that is your intention. There are two appropriated angles the bottom can rest in making your kindle displayabe on surfaces such as a table or pillow and the viewers would have near perfect vantage points.<br />Also the material is remarkable, the outside claims to be made of carboniferous material (black) and the inside lining is a soft micro-fiber, quite possibly genuine leather.<br />Offers convince to the power usb.<br />-Negatively the case makes the power button difficult to quickly touch, it actually completely covers one of the two speakers. Furthermore I have only owned and carefully used it for exactly one month and the binding part of the fold is rapidly failing. When I place my kindle in either of the two slots meant to hold it up for viewing it fails, the back gives out like built in obsolescence, and I have to manually support it in order for it to remain upright (especially if I have to touch it with the stylus). Also I have noted the stitching is quickly freying.<br />This was perfect when it was only several days new but it is seemingly not going to hold up. I plan on exchanging to see if this one is a lemon. I am very positive an identical one will have the same issues, it's too bad. I very much want this case to work.<br /><br />- I found with further research that this series of tablet covers were designed for the \"Pandigital Novel\" sold earlier and did not take off as the Kindle Fire. It seems like these covers were pushed for the fire... This can explain why seemingly perfectly fitting cases have blatant issues, collapses, screen coverage and bulged edges. I am currently looking for an engineered case specifying for the Kindle Fire. Now it all makes sense. Hope this helps!",
        "asin": "B006VSAZZK",
        "parent_asin": "B006VSAZZK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5047,
        "review_text": "Excellent Blu-Ray player that can handle any format you throw at it.  Both sound and picture quality are top-notch.  The ability to stream Netflix, Pandora, etc. is a nice bonus.  Configuration options are extensive but well thought-out and easily navigated. Audiophiles will recognize the Oppo brand as the market leader in making great-sounding universal players at a reasonable price.  This unit has won kudos from multiple reviewers in the audiophile press.  Its feature set is such that it will remain a valuable part of your system for years to come -- no worries about premature obsolescence here.",
        "asin": "B00DB8MLK0",
        "parent_asin": "B00DB8MLK0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5048,
        "review_text": "I have had this keyboard since May of 2021. It was a great keyboard until after the warranty expired. For unknown reasons, the letter \"P\" was not keying my stroke, rendering it useless. I have taken good care of the keyboard - not an item I would drop or spill anything on. I'm guessing it may be some manufactured obsolescence built in the product.",
        "asin": "B07ZWK2TQT",
        "parent_asin": "B0B35JDFPL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5049,
        "review_text": "Unfortunately it is no longer supported by Escort and I have not used it in months.  Now looking for a different brand with a long operational history with updates, not obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0049H8VKQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0049H8VKQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5050,
        "review_text": "Good thing apple has put all their money into  engineering that causes these to tangle up into a ball off non-sense rendering them completely useless. That is until you realize you are not getting enough likes on Facebook with your useless corded headphones. They simply last enough for you not to complain, planed obsolescence at its finest. Apple can really eat a big one in my opinion. Steve j deserved what he got.",
        "asin": "B01M0GB8CC",
        "parent_asin": "B01M0GB8CC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5051,
        "review_text": "I don't want to climb aboard my political soap box, but this is the kind of greedy corporate thinking that has a lot of consumers fuming. Paying $400+ for a product, I expect it to be durable and last a good long time. Thus I was horrified and angry that it broke within the first two years (by definition, a durable good is supposed to last 7+ years). I just get *really* tired of companies making shoddy products that keep you constantly running back to the store to spend more $$$$$ on replacements. It's the same tactics drug dealers use, hoping you become addicted to the product so that you're always willing to spend the money on a new replacement.<br /><br />My unit worked fine - until it didn't. At that point, it would try to read the disk until it \"errored\" out and would try playing the next disk until that one too \"errored\" out. On and on ad infinitum ad nauseum. I took it to a local repair shop thinking with a unit price so high, surely it would be cheaper to fix it than to buy a replacement. Come to find out, it is unfixable because the needed parts are no longer made. This is the kind of crap that pisses me off as a consumer. I'm tired of companies and their planned obsolescence policies that ensures most electronics can't be fixed after just a few years of being on the market. They'll come out with a \"new and improved\" model of the same unit that is just different enough to make the parts for each unit non-standard (so you can't fix them due to so-called \"obsolete\" parts). Whatever happened to standardization?<br /><br />At any rate, if you buy this product and it breaks, you're screwed. One may as well gamble in Las Vegas given that there is no guarantee that the thing will work much beyond a year of use. Now I have a $400 overly large paperweight. Buy at your own risk fully in the knowledge that, once it breaks, it's done as there are no parts for it.",
        "asin": "B000A3XRSO",
        "parent_asin": "B000A3XRSO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5052,
        "review_text": "I don't want to climb aboard my political soap box, but this is the kind of greedy corporate thinking that has a lot of consumers fuming. Paying $400+ for a product, I expect it to be durable and last a good long time. Thus I was horrified and angry that it broke within the first two years (by definition, a durable good is supposed to last 7+ years). I just get *really* tired of companies making shoddy products that keep you constantly running back to the store to spend more $$$$$ on replacements. It's the same tactics drug dealers use, hoping you become addicted to the product so that you're always willing to spend the money on a new replacement.<br /><br />My unit worked fine - until it didn't. At that point, it would try to read the disk until it \"errored\" out and would try playing the next disk until that one too \"errored\" out. On and on ad infinitum ad nauseum. I took it to a local repair shop thinking with a unit price so high, surely it would be cheaper to fix it than to buy a replacement. Come to find out, it is unfixable because the needed parts are no longer made. This is the kind of crap that pisses me off as a consumer. I'm tired of companies and their planned obsolescence policies that ensures most electronics can't be fixed after just a few years of being on the market. They'll come out with a \"new and improved\" model of the same unit that is just different enough to make the parts for each unit non-standard (so you can't fix them due to so-called \"obsolete\" parts). Whatever happened to standardization?<br /><br />At any rate, if you buy this product and it breaks, you're screwed. One may as well gamble in Las Vegas given that there is no guarantee that the thing will work much beyond a year of use. Now I have a $400 overly large paperweight. Buy at your own risk fully in the knowledge that, once it breaks, it's done as there are no parts for it.",
        "asin": "B000A3XRSO",
        "parent_asin": "B000A3XRSO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5053,
        "review_text": "Absolutely loved the headset, the charge lasted forever! Out of nowhere it lost all it's charge--went from 70% charged to 10% while I was using it and my computer said it was malfunctioning. Now, I can't even charge it. I plug it in and the red charging light turns off within 5 seconds. I've tried to leave it on the charger for a few hours and nothing changes. Definitely not worth the money if it's going to die right after the warranty expires. Smells like planned obsolescence to me.",
        "asin": "B07HH9Q8ZL",
        "parent_asin": "B07HH9Q8ZL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5054,
        "review_text": "Just a one year after prety use, the earpods died, doesn't turn on after full charging. Perhaps I was a programming obsolescence victim.",
        "asin": "B01G8JO5F2",
        "parent_asin": "B01G8JO5F2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5055,
        "review_text": "Toshiba is, in general, a good machine, and that is the reason why I bought two notebooks again from this brand. Nevertheless, I am disappointed with some poor technical decisions that were made on these new Satellite series.<br />Do the designers of these new Satellite series realize that maybe people who buy them will be sometimes using the notebooks at conference auditoriums where silence is required?, or at night in airplanes and other places where it would be nice not to wake up everybody around when you start up your computer? Had they considered that, they would realized that if you do not turn the sound level down (at the volume icon, or in the outrageously hidden Windows system) before switching the computer off, you will certainly have the embarrassment of having the starting sound of Windows coming happily from your machine and without you being able to do nothing about it. Such obsolescence was carefully crafted into the new Satellite series, since in my old A10 and A30 notebooks the mechanical volume switch did work beautifully by being directly connected to the speaker amplifiers (something which, by the way, makes the control of sound in general one thousand times easier and less prone to errors - the \"new feature\" does not work well many times, leading the volume level to `jump' from, say, level \"zero\" to six - another technical courtesy to embarrass you in quiet public facilities).<br />Another problem with the machine performance was the choice of forcing users (no choice is given) to purchase the machine with Windows Vista, an operating system that will not run many of your old programs, that will consume a huge share of your ram memory just for the sake of some cosmetic cuteness, and that is technically very complicate to remove for \"downgrading\" your notebook to Windows XP. Also, many of the drivers of the Toshiba notebook are only available for Windows Vista, making it a nightmare to have some of the hardware operating in other Windows versions.<br />And lastly, the cooling fan of this Toshiba frequently works at maximum potency (with the corresponding noise) without any apparent reason (i.e., when almost no processing is taking place, as checked in the system management), making it a less silence machine (and probably unnecessarily shortening the life-spam of the fan).<br />At the end, I did regret having bought them. It is a car that looks good and has a good engine, but has an annoying sound system, a lot of unnecessary gadgets (Vista) that reduce performance and speed and you will find difficult to remove, a noise cabin, and a not-so-funny habit of waking up your neighbors with a loud horn in the middle of the night.",
        "asin": "B000OMEIUM",
        "parent_asin": "B000OMEIUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5056,
        "review_text": "Toshiba is, in general, a good machine, and that is the reason why I bought two notebooks again from this brand. Nevertheless, I am disappointed with some poor technical decisions that were made on these new Satellite series.<br />Do the designers of these new Satellite series realize that maybe people who buy them will be sometimes using the notebooks at conference auditoriums where silence is required?, or at night in airplanes and other places where it would be nice not to wake up everybody around when you start up your computer? Had they considered that, they would realized that if you do not turn the sound level down (at the volume icon, or in the outrageously hidden Windows system) before switching the computer off, you will certainly have the embarrassment of having the starting sound of Windows coming happily from your machine and without you being able to do nothing about it. Such obsolescence was carefully crafted into the new Satellite series, since in my old A10 and A30 notebooks the mechanical volume switch did work beautifully by being directly connected to the speaker amplifiers (something which, by the way, makes the control of sound in general one thousand times easier and less prone to errors - the \"new feature\" does not work well many times, leading the volume level to `jump' from, say, level \"zero\" to six - another technical courtesy to embarrass you in quiet public facilities).<br />Another problem with the machine performance was the choice of forcing users (no choice is given) to purchase the machine with Windows Vista, an operating system that will not run many of your old programs, that will consume a huge share of your ram memory just for the sake of some cosmetic cuteness, and that is technically very complicate to remove for \"downgrading\" your notebook to Windows XP. Also, many of the drivers of the Toshiba notebook are only available for Windows Vista, making it a nightmare to have some of the hardware operating in other Windows versions.<br />And lastly, the cooling fan of this Toshiba frequently works at maximum potency (with the corresponding noise) without any apparent reason (i.e., when almost no processing is taking place, as checked in the system management), making it a less silence machine (and probably unnecessarily shortening the life-spam of the fan).<br />At the end, I did regret having bought them. It is a car that looks good and has a good engine, but has an annoying sound system, a lot of unnecessary gadgets (Vista) that reduce performance and speed and you will find difficult to remove, a noise cabin, and a not-so-funny habit of waking up your neighbors with a loud horn in the middle of the night.",
        "asin": "B000OM7D3G",
        "parent_asin": "B000OM7D3G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5057,
        "review_text": "Toshiba is, in general, a good machine, and that is the reason why I bought two notebooks again from this brand. Nevertheless, I am disappointed with some poor technical decisions that were made on these new Satellite series.<br />Do the designers of these new Satellite series realize that maybe people who buy them will be sometimes using the notebooks at conference auditoriums where silence is required?, or at night in airplanes and other places where it would be nice not to wake up everybody around when you start up your computer? Had they considered that, they would realized that if you do not turn the sound level down (at the volume icon, or in the outrageously hidden Windows system) before switching the computer off, you will certainly have the embarrassment of having the starting sound of Windows coming happily from your machine and without you being able to do nothing about it. Such obsolescence was carefully crafted into the new Satellite series, since in my old A10 and A30 notebooks the mechanical volume switch did work beautifully by being directly connected to the speaker amplifiers (something which, by the way, makes the control of sound in general one thousand times easier and less prone to errors - the \"new feature\" does not work well many times, leading the volume level to `jump' from, say, level \"zero\" to six - another technical courtesy to embarrass you in quiet public facilities).<br />Another problem with the machine performance was the choice of forcing users (no choice is given) to purchase the machine with Windows Vista, an operating system that will not run many of your old programs, that will consume a huge share of your ram memory just for the sake of some cosmetic cuteness, and that is technically very complicate to remove for \"downgrading\" your notebook to Windows XP. Also, many of the drivers of the Toshiba notebook are only available for Windows Vista, making it a nightmare to have some of the hardware operating in other Windows versions.<br />And lastly, the cooling fan of this Toshiba frequently works at maximum potency (with the corresponding noise) without any apparent reason (i.e., when almost no processing is taking place, as checked in the system management), making it a less silence machine (and probably unnecessarily shortening the life-spam of the fan).<br />At the end, I did regret having bought them. It is a car that looks good and has a good engine, but has an annoying sound system, a lot of unnecessary gadgets (Vista) that reduce performance and speed and you will find difficult to remove, a noise cabin, and a not-so-funny habit of waking up your neighbors with a loud horn in the middle of the night.",
        "asin": "B000OMEIUM",
        "parent_asin": "B000OMEIUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5058,
        "review_text": "Toshiba is, in general, a good machine, and that is the reason why I bought two notebooks again from this brand. Nevertheless, I am disappointed with some poor technical decisions that were made on these new Satellite series.<br />Do the designers of these new Satellite series realize that maybe people who buy them will be sometimes using the notebooks at conference auditoriums where silence is required?, or at night in airplanes and other places where it would be nice not to wake up everybody around when you start up your computer? Had they considered that, they would realized that if you do not turn the sound level down (at the volume icon, or in the outrageously hidden Windows system) before switching the computer off, you will certainly have the embarrassment of having the starting sound of Windows coming happily from your machine and without you being able to do nothing about it. Such obsolescence was carefully crafted into the new Satellite series, since in my old A10 and A30 notebooks the mechanical volume switch did work beautifully by being directly connected to the speaker amplifiers (something which, by the way, makes the control of sound in general one thousand times easier and less prone to errors - the \"new feature\" does not work well many times, leading the volume level to `jump' from, say, level \"zero\" to six - another technical courtesy to embarrass you in quiet public facilities).<br />Another problem with the machine performance was the choice of forcing users (no choice is given) to purchase the machine with Windows Vista, an operating system that will not run many of your old programs, that will consume a huge share of your ram memory just for the sake of some cosmetic cuteness, and that is technically very complicate to remove for \"downgrading\" your notebook to Windows XP. Also, many of the drivers of the Toshiba notebook are only available for Windows Vista, making it a nightmare to have some of the hardware operating in other Windows versions.<br />And lastly, the cooling fan of this Toshiba frequently works at maximum potency (with the corresponding noise) without any apparent reason (i.e., when almost no processing is taking place, as checked in the system management), making it a less silence machine (and probably unnecessarily shortening the life-spam of the fan).<br />At the end, I did regret having bought them. It is a car that looks good and has a good engine, but has an annoying sound system, a lot of unnecessary gadgets (Vista) that reduce performance and speed and you will find difficult to remove, a noise cabin, and a not-so-funny habit of waking up your neighbors with a loud horn in the middle of the night.",
        "asin": "B000OM7D3G",
        "parent_asin": "B000OM7D3G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5059,
        "review_text": "These Apple-made \u201clightning\u201d adapters for standard jack headphone/earbud cables are required for most iPhones now if one does not wish to purchase wireless airbuds. Problem is they last about 6 months\u2019 worth of average daily usage before beginning to short out, begin to crackle, start to disconnect phone calls, stop playing audio from iPhone\u2019s music libraries, cause audio in one earbud to fail altogether, or fail entirely. Conclusion: they are cheaply made, maybe even designed for planned obsolescence after a few months. I\u2019ve learned to be particularly gentle with handling the adapter when removing from or plugging into phone, or when storing the earbuds when attached to the adapter. Doesn\u2019t make a difference; they still crap out around the 6 month mark. Bad Apple design and/or manufacture.",
        "asin": "B01LXJFMGF",
        "parent_asin": "B01LXJFMGF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5060,
        "review_text": "Like the other reviewers, I do like that it has the capability to make several times photos.  However, the wire connection on mine failed to work, even though I did not use it very much.  No satisfactory response from the manufacturer, other than \"buy another one\".  18 month planned obsolescence and a 1 year warranty.  Good timing!<br />I'm not aware of alternatives in this price range, but don't depend on it too much.",
        "asin": "B0018205KE",
        "parent_asin": "B0018205KE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5061,
        "review_text": "These headphones are pretty cool to have but have a few flaws. First, the battery is not big enough nor durable enough. Mine died after a few months without using the headphones. I contacted Ion and they only wanted to sell me new ones. This is of course pretty disappointing for something that is pretty much new. Obviously, you can't be bullied by this planned obsolescence so I decided to open up the phones to replace the battery.<br /><br />If you plan on repairing yours, it is quite simple. You remove the foam from the inside and you will see 3 little screws. Remove them and the back will pop out and you will have access to the battery. You can buy a new one for around 10$, you might as well take a bigger one (I personally chose 2000mAh compared to the original 500mAh). Only two wires to solder and you're done. There is enough room inside to fit a bigger battery, but 2000mAh was probably a little bit stretched... I had to remove some plastic (no big deal). With around 1000 or 1500mAh, you shouldn't have to modify anything. I'm not really into electronics and I managed to this repair fairly easily.<br /><br />While you are inside, you will also realize that the wiring is OK, but not great. I don't think these headphones are designed to be rugged.<br /><br />Hope someone reads this before throwing them in the trash!",
        "asin": "B00L9MFATO",
        "parent_asin": "B00L9MFATO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5062,
        "review_text": "Delivered in July 2019.  On November 14th, the CD Player no longer works.  I understand built in obsolescence but this is not acceptable.  Less than 6 months and just outside the 90 days....would not recommend anyone buying this device.",
        "asin": "B007FQNK4U",
        "parent_asin": "B09YDHDWLB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5063,
        "review_text": "in this day of planned obsolescence, sure felt great to replace the bad ear cushions instead of entire headphones. Makes sense. Received item timely and all in good shape. great experience overall!",
        "asin": "B0073H2WP4",
        "parent_asin": "B0073H2WP4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5064,
        "review_text": "Well designed, relatively easy to set up, and good sound for a unit that size.  But either a piece of junk inside, or intentionally designed for planned obsolescence.  This unit lasted for several months, then started losing station settings, followed by adding a high-pitched squeal to the sound.  And then the buttons quit responding to being pushed.  One type of failure is a manufacturing defect; a whole series of different ones would seem more likely a programmed behavior.",
        "asin": "B078Y3K3DJ",
        "parent_asin": "B078Y3K3DJ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5065,
        "review_text": "This card had a few features that I was particularly interested in, such as its chroma subsampling being better than other cards.<br /><br />Unfortunately, earlier this year after a firmware update the input capture has been freezing and requires the card to be deactivated and reactivated in order to get it working again. This happens randomly, unpredictable, and is incredibly disruptive.<br /><br />It has got to the point that it happens multiple times per hour and is unacceptable. I came here to request product support via repair or replacement and, unsurprisingly, I am exactly one month past my warranty date. Shocking in a time of aggressive planned obsolescence.<br /><br />A few additional notes about this card:<br />1. The RECentral software is like something out of the late 90s, early 00s. It is poorly designed and painfully unusable, which is fine since you don't need it to do anything but change configurations... except:<br />2. If you want to use audio over HDMI through this card, RECentral needs to be running. It isn't treated as it's own audio input device. Instead, it depends on RECentral to play the audio back through a selected audio output. This feels very much like AVerMedia trying to push their terrible capture/broadcast/record software on non-technical people and less like ignorance.<br />3. Lighting customization here is not great. I'm fortunate that I'm fine with some neon vomit, because that's what you're limited to.<br /><br />This is going to be a great card for you if you plan to use it for a few months before throwing it in the trash. If you want to stick with it long term, consider another manufacturer that cares about their customers and is communicative and innovative. I bought this 4K card to replace my previous AVerMedia capture card that had image quality issues after a few years. This is the last time I'll be purchasing an AVerMedia product.",
        "asin": "B07DHSZC4K",
        "parent_asin": "B0BYRZFSVF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5066,
        "review_text": "Be careful! Planned obsolescence!<br /><br />As many other reviews already mention: The headband starts cracking. Mine took almost a year, until one day I noticed there were cracks on both sides. Amazon repaired the headphones free of charge, but I expect it to happen again with near certainty, even though I handled my headphones with greatest care. Even if it takes another year for the new headband to break, I will have spend around 400\u20ac on a pair of headphones that worked for 2 years. This sucks. Don't buy.",
        "asin": "B01KHZ4ZVW",
        "parent_asin": "B01KHZ4ZVW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5067,
        "review_text": "Although this review is based on the Canon Powershot A85 Digital Camera, it is mostly a review of Canon itself.<br /><br />I purchased the Canon A85 Digital Camera in 2004. Everything was fine until August, 2009 when the camera began acting funny when I would turn it on.  It had a whited out display like an iris that was open too wide.  This was intermittent and if I turned it off and on a couple times it would usually come on.  Then I took some pictures of my house.  The blue sky came out purple and the white trim came out pink!  Eventually the display became all black with horizontal white static lines upon power-up.<br />To make a long story short, all of these problems were due to faulty vendor-supplied CCD image sensors that Canon had installed in more than 25 of it's Digital Cameras and Camcorders.  Because Canon determined that my camera's problems were due to this faulty part, they repaired it and paid for shipping both ways regardless of warranty status (mine was about 4 years out of warranty at this point).  From my finding the Service Notice online and calling Canon to receiving my camera back repaired took about 3 weeks.  I actually didn't get it fixed until November because I was debating whether to get it repaired (unaware of the faulty parts/free repair) or upgrade to a digital SLR, but decided I couldn't afford the upgrade at the time.  When I contacted Canon and they determined that my camera qualified for the rapair, they offered me some other presumably higher-end cameras, refurbished at additional cost.  When I declined they proceeded with my repair with no further questions.<br />Two weeks ago a friend of mine told me that his $600 plasma TV died suddenly a year and a half after he bought it (six months out of warranty).  When he inquired about repair he was told that that is the typical lifespan of that type of TV and (naturally) it would be more cost effective to replace it than to repair it.  Canon could have chalked this problem up to planned obsolescence, just plain bad luck or customer misuse.  What they did was step up and stand behind their product.  The replacement of all of these components, not to mention the two-way shipping could not have been cheap for Canon to absorb.<br />I also want to mention Canon's customer service.  Customer service in America in 2009 in horrible and has on more than one occassion caused a business to never see any of my hard-earned money again.  I had to call Canon on the phone twice.  Both times I was able to speak to a human.  Both times!  Both of them were polite, informative and understandable.  Canon's customer service could not have been better!  Canon has won themselves at least one loyal customer, and I hope many others feel the same way!<br /><br />As for the Canon A85 itself, this is my first digital.  After clinging to my 35mm Pentax ME Super like a baby to a blankie, I finally broke down and went digital.  At 4 megapixels the picture quality is good as long as you don't try to go too enlargement-crazy.  Auto mode is pretty idiot-proof and works fine for most situations .  There are several special modes including Night Scene, Fast Shutter, Slow Shutter, Stitch Assist (for combining multiple shots into a panorama), Indoor, Fireworks and more.  I haven't even tried most of these because Auto mode is so all-purpose.  Manual mode is just what it sounds like allowing you to customize all settings.  There is even a Movie mode which shoots video and sound.  The video looks good but is limited to the size of the memory card and it goes fast in this mode. The microphone picks up whatever is closest to it, including moving your hands around on the camera.  But hey it's a digital camera, not a camcorder, so this mode is kind of a bonus anyway!  Available separately are Wide, Tele and Close-up lenses to add to the A85's versatility.  All in all I've been very happy with this camera, it's functionality and picture quality.",
        "asin": "B0002OCF0C",
        "parent_asin": "B0002OCF0C"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5068,
        "review_text": "As is the case with so many, we wanted to save money on a portable unit for the kids to watch while on extended road trips. I guess we've used it maybe ten times in about two years. Now all we get is a blue screen although the disk plays sound. Are we being too demanding to expect a DVD player to last longer? I've read other reviews where folks got zero help from the manufacturer so we'll not waste our time. This item is just typical of the modern manufacturing mentality of \"planned obsolescence\" where products are made only good enough to just barely slip through the warranted period and then fall apart, leaving the purchaser no choice but to buy another unit that won't last any longer... ad nauseam... ad infinitum. Save whatever you might have spent on this crappy Coby DVD player and buy books.",
        "asin": "B0009TQB00",
        "parent_asin": "B0009TQB00"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5069,
        "review_text": "the only reason it didn't get all 5 stars is because apple pulled the planned obsolescence card with these, can't install anything from the store. buuut i bought it to use it as an mp3 player so i guess you win some and lose some.",
        "asin": "B001FA1O0O",
        "parent_asin": "B001FA1O0O"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5070,
        "review_text": "We bought two of these as Christmas presents last year. Last night one Kindle stopped charging because of a broken pin in the USB port, and the entire USB port is loose on the other. Basically one's dead and the other is soon to follow.<br /><br />Of course they are both just barely out of warranty so we're stuck with them. Apparently this is a widespread, known issue with poor design on the USB ports that goes back several models. It reeks of &#34;planned obsolescence&#34; on Amazon's part. It's the Achilles heel of the Kindle. Search for this issue on the web or look for broken Kindles on Ebay, you'll find tons of them with this issue. You'll even find 3rd party services that have built up around fixing this one issue since Amazon won't fix them.<br /><br />I wish I'd known, I'd have just paid the extra money to get an iPad instead, at least they last.",
        "asin": "B00CYQPMJC",
        "parent_asin": "B00D38XF6M"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5071,
        "review_text": "When I saw the cap on this giant plastic bottle my heart immediately sank. From past experiences with similar products I knew what to expect and unfortunately my dread was confirmed. The VERY FIRST time after I used the oil, the cap \"stripped\" its threads upon resealing. Now I should have enough oil to last me months but don't because it's impossible to get a decent seal back on the bottle. Why do manufacturers do this kind of boneheaded stuff? Is this their version of engineered obsolescence? Buying a bottle this size actually isn't a bargin when a significant amount will be eventually unusable.",
        "asin": "B0086OZ7X2",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZQKXR2X"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5072,
        "review_text": "in this day and age you'd think they could make a bag that doesn't fall apart after you open it.<br />Planned obsolescence I believe it's called. Last Snyders Of Hanover I'll ever buy.",
        "asin": "B00JVLQBRU",
        "parent_asin": "B0B9Z9X2RC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5073,
        "review_text": "I've rummaged through dumpsters for expired food. I've eaten canned goods that were decades old. There are probably cans in my pantry that are old enough to remember 9/11. I'd be the first person to tell you that \"Best By\" dates on canned and dry goods are planned obsolescence for processed foods (mostly meant to ensure continuing demand). That being said, I'm a bit upset by this circumstance.<br /><br />I won't have a courier waste fuel returning a case of coconut milk that's perfectly fine to consume but I'm definitely writing a review to make other people (who may be more squeamish when it comes to their foodstuffs) aware that they might be paying supermarket prices for 'expired' food through this listing. And to let Amazon know that somebody used them to sell expired food (which I'm pretty sure is a violation of one regulation or another).<br /><br />As far as the product goes, I made a batch of cream of coconut (for pina coladas this weekend) and it seems fine.",
        "asin": "B07GC1QCL7",
        "parent_asin": "B0BJBR7PNX"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5074,
        "review_text": "I have never felt the reason to review, since most of my purchases have been fine, or returned, but I could not return these... I bought two as a memorial for the two adult children of a dear, dear friend who passed at age 101 and loved gardenias. They arrived fine and looked lovely for a few weeks, but despite every effort to keep them alive, they died far earlier than expected. Note that the people who received them are plant people, so know how to care for plants! I wonder if these bonsai gardenias had a planned obsolescence??? Very disappointed and please beware and do not invest in this product.",
        "asin": "B0000DGF5S",
        "parent_asin": "B07JN68FLQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5075,
        "review_text": "These guys are wonderful to deal with and very helpful to this water kefir newbie.  So far mine are growing and bubble like crazy. They are fun to make and use.  The seller was fast to mail and packed very well.  I would love to buy from them again, but unlike most things in this planned obsolescence society,  my kefir should last.  If I ever need to replace them I will be back. Great sellers!",
        "asin": "B0051WV5K6",
        "parent_asin": "B0051WV5K6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5076,
        "review_text": "There is obviously no physical inspection for obsolescence in the food warehouses. Despite the expiration date, this product was not stored properly or was mishandled. There were small black circles in the pasta. These were nettles that hatch once they have been in the cupboard or pasta container for a day or two. (See attached images.) These bugs then get into any wheat product in your pantry and you have to throw all of it away and disinfect the pantry shelves and any surrounding storage to ensure they don't just return when you stock up again. Amazon should be refunding more than the cost of the food on this one.",
        "asin": "B0014CRZWE",
        "parent_asin": "B0014CRZWE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5077,
        "review_text": "Initial set up of the Tuscan Whole Milk, 1 Gallon, 128 fl oz is easy, just unscrew the cap and remove the liner. It has a surprisingly rich set of standalone and integrated food possibilities and the addition of vitamin D was a bonus.<br /><br />However, I find that this product quickly becomes unstable (even without overclocking) to the point that it is no longer usable. At first I tried passive cooling to prevent the degradation, but ultimately had to switch to an active cooling method to prolong the products usefulness.<br /><br />Note that even with this extreme care the Tuscan Whole Milk, 1 Gallon, 128 fl oz will still break down. Even if you never use the product it will still fail! This is the worst kind of planned obsolescence, requiring you to replace this product every two weeks whether you use it or not!<br /><br />Pros: Inexpensive, easy set up.<br />Cons: Short product lifecycle. No instruction manual. No optical/coax sound output.",
        "asin": "B00032G1S0",
        "parent_asin": "B00032G1S0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5078,
        "review_text": "I don't know if it was a bad batch, a design flaw, or planned obsolescence, but they all had the right side arm fall off. Every pair.<br /><br /> I happened to have a repair kit for my prescription glasses so attempted to fix it with a new screw but discovered the problem seems to be the screw is not able to fully go through the bottom hinge causing the screw to work its way out after so many times of folding and unfolding or breaking completely through stress. It is a shame as I really liked the look of the clear ones.  I would not recommend buying, you will be wasting your money.",
        "asin": "B09N3BJWSF",
        "parent_asin": "B0BN8GKG7H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5079,
        "review_text": "We got this WaterPik about 10 months ago and I started using it about 3 or 4 days a week. When I went for a dental cleaning 4 months after I started using it, ny hygienist and dentist both said there was a huge improvement in the condition of my gums and mouth in general. SO, I happily continued using it at about the same frequency until 3 weeks ago, when it just stopped working. who knows why, but I am extremely frustrated that it didn't even last a year - in fact, it barely made it to 10 months! I know it wasn't horribly expensive, but I am tired of this \"throwaway\" state we seem to be in where appliances are produced with a very short term of built-in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5080,
        "review_text": "This a shoddily made product. Its built-in obsolescence is an insult to the consumer. Shame on the quality control staff.",
        "asin": "B097TMCRBD",
        "parent_asin": "B097TMCRBD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5081,
        "review_text": "Here's the negatives...I was buying the prior formula and I loved it...but now I'm writing a review on the new formula<br />which I feel totally cheated for having purchased...Here's why.  One scoop was previously 24 grams of protein...Now<br />one scoop is 15 grams of protein.  The implication here is that *and the company says this on their website that you have to use 1 1/2 scoops to get the same value of protein as the prior formula where you used one scoop...SO now<br />this adds 1/2 more to the cost of staying with my morning shake.  Is that fair?<br /><br />And the powder in the new container (I tasted and compared the two formulas, old and new)...New .is a dark brown...I tasted the flavor differences in the plain two powders.  The old formula is light in color and pleasantly sweet without any aftertaste...The new formula has a musty aftertaste, almost as if brown rice went stale in the bag.....tasted a bit salty to me (although they say the sodium level is lower but it wouldn't be if I continued to use my 24 grams of protein by using 1/2 scoop more powder)...And I will use up this powder pretty quickly if I continue to want to use 24 grams of protein.  Maybe I don't need to have that much protein but honestly, it gave me a lot of energy and sustained me for hours and hours...Another negative is mixing it with liquid...I don't like how it tastes...It's lost something...I long for my \"old\" formula...the one I loved so dearly...<br /><br />It's really upsetting that any company that has a very good product decides to change and make a very poor tasting<br />product to replace it, maybe not change the price (although the price is super high everywhere but right now on<br />Amazon)...and changing the container...well, I don't get it...It was appealing and quite \"happy\" looking.  Now this reminds me of just about any average protein powder on the market...and if I walked by the package in a retail store,<br />I'd just keep on walking past it and not even bother to read the label..This happens a lot....a product is awesome and<br />suddenly a company is either bought out by new people who just decide to change things up...Honestly, I hate this formula and<br /><br />I'm busy searching for another good rice protein powder I can replace it with...Nothing like obsolescence....Can't a good<br />thing stay a good thing?<br /><br />As for saying anything positive when I'm paying half as much more to get the same protein grams...there is nothing positive I can possibly say!",
        "asin": "B005K0MFSA",
        "parent_asin": "B005K0MFSA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5082,
        "review_text": "As others have raved, this shiatsu-style massage wrap gets the job done! I use it nightly for at least 30 min, mainly on my neck, shoulders, lower back and even hips as needed.<br /><br />My ONLY complaint since the very first one I've bought (I'm on my 3rd one now) is - as others have said - the fabric WILL wear out right over the rotating balls. I let it get to slightly threadbare, then grimace with ANNOYANCE, get my sewing kit out, and pretend I'm doing a critical \"invisible weaving\" stitch job for royalty.<br /><br />I manage to get a tolerably tidy reinforced stitch over the threadbare spots (one on each side of the rotating balls - it's like darning a pair of socks.<br /><br />But still! After ALL THESE COMMENTS on the pathetic life of that webbed fabric you'd think TruMedic would get a clue? What if the seat of our pants wore out as easily, huh? Lots of threadbare bums would be poking out all over town. Please TruMedic, go back to the laboratory and invent some kind of durable fabric that lasts as long as the massage wrap ... unless of course this is your take on \"built-in obsolescence\"?",
        "asin": "B08YKGCTHM",
        "parent_asin": "B06X3XHFSH"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5083,
        "review_text": "Have been using Sonicare toothbrushes for like 10 years now. Last one lasted three years before it wouldn't take a charge: can anyone say planned obsolescence? Anyway, that's just how the world works. With this one, it is evident this product line is going down hill. First, the charge lasts about half of the advertised time (more like 7 days, not 14). Whatever, not a killer but makes me wonder how long the battery will last. Second, the stupid STUPID motor twitch it is supposed to do to break folks in is still happening, and I've been through three full charges and more like 30-40 brush sessions. What the hell. It is so annoying. In any event, to keep calm and carry on I am pretending that motor twitch is just how it's made. But come on...",
        "asin": "B00KZHP49K",
        "parent_asin": "B08Q5MQXYD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5084,
        "review_text": "The MedElert was a gift to my daughter that solved many med administration issues.  Although somewhat difficult to set up, following the directions through several trials, it worked as stated for almost a year.<br />About 3 weeks ago, the audio alarms quit. My daughter is disabled, needing the audio reminder, and not able to address such issues.  Because of COVID concerns, we were unable to get together to assist with the problem.  There was no contact number for service in the instruction literature, but there was an address and the internet.<br />After a number of attempts to talk to Med-E-Dispenser, we were told we needed the account number.  Got it from the gift giver.  The date on the receipt was December 3, 2019, a year and 5 days from purchase date to the first attempt to reach them.  Getting a return call (3 days and 4 calls in process), we were refused support based on the 1 year warranty.<br />It\u2019s kinda the old \u201cplanned obsolescence\u201d game!<br />Understandably warrantees are needed, but this seems a bit beyond the pale given the COVID issues and time frames.",
        "asin": "B087JY8BVB",
        "parent_asin": "B0B69WV7GR"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5085,
        "review_text": "2021 update:  Last night as I was mopping the floor again (new puppy!), I was once again loving this mop set and couldn't remember when I purchased it.  Was I shocked to see that I had purchased it back in 2016 and since then had not needed to replace the mop heads?  YES without question.  The main reason is that the puppy loves to play chase the mop, thinking it is one of the best toys ever.  Having caught him attempting to chew up the mop head (without success, he was only able to loosen a couple strands), I had thought perhaps I should get an additional mop head just in case.  I don't need one, the two I have are still holding up and working great, but .....puppy!<br />Before this purchase I would buy a mop with as many replacement heads as were on the shelf because the mop manufacturers routinely altered the mop meaning you couldn't find replacement heads that would fit.  Or the other issue would be that the mechanism on the mop would break and I would be left with a bunch of replacement heads which wouldn't fit on any of the mops still being made.  I bet I went through a mop every 6 to 12 months.  I have a basket full of replacement heads in the garage which I really should trash at this point as I can't think of any use for them.<br />While the upfront cost was a big higher, the quality made this a true bargain.  I particularly like that my hands never have to touch the dirty mop.  The spin mechanism is very heavy duty and continues to work extremely well.  When finished I just hold the mop head down and pop the handle off.  Cleaning is a breeze.  I put the mop head in a mesh bag with my cleaning rags and hang to dry.  I will try to post a photo showing the heads after  this many years of use.  I never got into the habit of using the brush head.  One made out of the material used in magic erasers or in those scratch pads with a smily mouth in the center might be of more use to me.<br />In short I strongly recommend this product, it has stood the test of time and performs just as well as the day I purchased it, over 6 years ago.<br /><br />Original Review:<br />I looked at several similar products prior to selecting this one.  Primarily I felt that having a metal spinner would result in a product having a longer life as well as having one that I was less likely to break.  l am so tired of cheap plastic components on practically everything.  They simply do not last and I am not a fan of built in obsolescence!<br />The product has numerous video tutorials for you to review in assisting you in using the product which I strongly recommend as they are very helpful.<br />In terms of assembly, I had only issue.  The handle has to be screwed together and the instructions do not show the difference between a handle set up to move freely in the bucket when spinning and one locked when using.  As the bottom plastic piece has to be unscrewed for the handle to move up and down freely in the bucket and then screwed close when in use, a picture and written instructions would have saved me a lot of time.  Your initial thought is that it should be completely closed because you don't typically use an item with a part showing the the ridges left open.  I eventually figured it out, but I could have saved half an hour of fooling around had it been better illustrated and written.<br />The gentleman who shows it in use on a wall/window makes that look easy.  It isn't easy, it is difficult to keep the mop pieces in contact with a vertical surface and you don't want to run the plastic edge up and down the window/wall.  That won't clean it and may scratch it.<br />I washed the head after using it for a couple of days and getting it good and dirty.  I missed the part about leaving out fabric softener, but after I washing I just threaded through the top of a hanger and left it to line dry, which it did very quickly.  Having two heads gives you the ability to move from multiple surfaces which require different cleaners without concern that the product from one surface will still be on the mop when you use it on another.  (i.e.  I wouldn't want my mop head with a strong disinfecting kitchen floor cleaner to then be used on my finished wood floors.)<br />The bucket is easy to use, it is not overly heavy even when filled to capacity.  There is both a carry handle and a retractable arm that can be used to move the bucket depending on whether you want to lift it or roll it.  But be careful when you let go of the retracting arm, it closes quickly and could hurt little fingers if they were in the way.<br />Over all I am very happy with the product.",
        "asin": "B00I5ZCPU0",
        "parent_asin": "B00I5ZCPU0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5086,
        "review_text": "Another easy choice in the world of toxic inhumane 'cleaners'. Look down that aisle and imagine what proprietary petroleum based cleaning formulas really contain... Think it stays the same with every batch? Can you hear the bunnies screaming Clarisse?<br /><br />That said, this works well if you have a home washing machine as you really do need to de-crud the layers of nastiness Tide has left over the years. Same goes for your clothes. Once you've debleched your biz, you'll realize how gross and damaging those others detergents are. Your cottons will be fluffy and scentless again. Deslime and remove yourself from this portion of the planned obsolescence game you cheap hippie bastard.<br /><br />And so, that said, not so hot for laundromat-users.",
        "asin": "B0018B15FE",
        "parent_asin": "B08HDDB3N1"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5087,
        "review_text": "I love the design of this heating pad, but the heaters go bad after about a month.  It still fits my back better than the others, and is comfy. However, the element that heats it up has been bad in all three of our precious ones. Be sure you I sweat and this won\u2019t be a one time purchase.<br /><br />Does anyone know a brand of these that will work for more than three months?<br />This is a case of designed obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B00LX5CR0M",
        "parent_asin": "B00LX5CR0M"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5088,
        "review_text": "The manufacturer seems to have changed the design of their mop and refills.  I think that is called planned obsolescence.  As I have found time after time items that are no longer available at local stores can often still be found on Amazon.  Why buy a new mop when you can get the refills for the old one at a lower price on Amazon?",
        "asin": "B00FVZ9BWC",
        "parent_asin": "B00FVZ9BWC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5089,
        "review_text": "Do not buy these.<br />I bought two pair and one pair broke just sitting on my night stand because the cheap plastic dried out, just as they planned.<br /><br />It\u2019s called planned obsolescence where products are designed to last X number of months before they break so they can sell you another pair.<br /><br />Don\u2019t fall for this. They can do better.<br />Such practices by manufacturers are as wasteful as they are polluting.<br />Spend a little more on a good pair.",
        "asin": "B07D83KW8T",
        "parent_asin": "B07D83RGFB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5090,
        "review_text": "I bought this spray mop six months ago.  Now the spray trigger fails to work intermittently and the reservoir leaks.  Fortunately, for Bona - and probably all the manufactures of spray mops - most Amazon purchasers don't write reviews when a product fails in six months.  Was my experience unusual?  Who knows?<br /><br />A DIY website says the piston that drives the spray gets rough and sticky.  They recommend sanding the piston and a little vaseline for lubrication.  Of course, if the piston was made from a tougher plastic or could be easily lubricated, this wouldn't be necessary.  Planned obsolescence?<br /><br />The reservoir is sealed by an O-ring - a very thin flimsy O-ring.  I'm not surprised it has become unreliable after being removed for filling and remounted about 20 times.  Heavy-duty O-rings that will last longer certainly exist.  Wonder why they didn't use those?  And include a few replacement O-rings.  Everyone knows O-rings don't last forever.<br /><br />Sprayers are notorious for clogging, especially if you use a cleaner that leaves a residue when it evaporates.  With a second reservoir, it would be easy to rinse the spray nozzles with water before storing.  Or be able to swap cleaning solutions.  To be honest, I'm not sure whether my sprayer problem was due to the piston or clogging.<br /><br />If you search all the spray mops Amazon sells for \"leaks\", \"sticky spray trigger\" or \"clogs\", you'll find they all have these liabilities.  It sure would be nice if Amazon retained a few product engineers who would take products apart, assess the quality of the components, their likely failure modes, and tell us which product are likely to survive more than six months.  It's easy to get loads of five star reviews for a decent product, but that doesn't mean it will last.  Or was designed to last.  It probably wasn't.  Selling replacements is good for both Amazon and manufacturers.  And China, if this mop was designed and manufactured there.<br /><br />Cynicism, sarcasm and paranoia?  What do you expect when a large fraction of products sold by Amazon these days have four plus stars, but many are disappointing?  Why not take whatever the local big box or strip mall store stocks, save time, and avoid decision fatigue and all those sponsored ads clutter up your inefficient searches.<br /><br />Serious summary:  Although all spray mops appear to me to be equally bad (or good for less than a year), the Bona mop has two frustrating problems others don't:  The opening to the reservoir is too narrow to easily pour through and once a soap bubble forms in the neck, no liquid can enter.  Ridiculous!  To avoid frustration, buy a spray mop with a wider reservoir opening.  And I'd buy a new mop with at least one spare reservoir if available for a reasonable price.",
        "asin": "B073HQTZV9",
        "parent_asin": "B0C4PGHF1R"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5091,
        "review_text": "This took a charge only one time and no longer takes a charge.  Built in obsolescence.  Useless do not buy it.",
        "asin": "B07Z69P91Y",
        "parent_asin": "B095K4GNP1"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5092,
        "review_text": "these stink, dont last- planned obsolescence by the mfg to make more cash",
        "asin": "B001BBFLCO",
        "parent_asin": "B001BBFLCO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5093,
        "review_text": "this product until it both of the beard guards broke. On one, the spring done sprung!  Meaning, it broke completely. So, I was reduced to using the other beard guard which is primarily used for longer beards, which I do not have. But that guard got stuck onto the shaver! I cannot get it off without breaking one piece or the other! Planned obsolescence perhaps?",
        "asin": "B000FED5DU",
        "parent_asin": "B000FED5DU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5094,
        "review_text": "Battery died just over a year afterwards.  Battery cannot be replaced. Designed obsolescence.  Look elsewhere. Bought two...both failed. Great while it lasted.",
        "asin": "B07S1VJ2JV",
        "parent_asin": "B07S1VJ2JV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5095,
        "review_text": "So many products disappoint these days, but this lighter is a notable exception.  Holding it is a bit like having a tiny show car in my hand.  It is substantial and weighty, with its metal construction.  It sits perfectly on the table.  It is shiny--so shiny!--and beautiful, and such a lovely blue color.  It works very well, and best of all, there is no safety to defeat and the trigger button is both easy to push (I'd estimate it's three or four times easier for me to strike a flame with than a standard Bic, and even easier than that, compared to a Zippo.  It would be a TOTAL win, especially at this price, but I did have a small problem with one of the two that I purchased.  The can of butane I happened to have on hand has a metal fill nozzle.  For some reason, in one of the lighters, the nozzle sticks in the fill valve on the lighter and is a little difficult to a) discern whether it is filling, and b) pull the nozzle out of the valve.  Also, I promptly lost the small key that came with the lighter  for adjusting the flame.  Including a lanyard for that key would  be a  nice touch and help prevent its loss.  But those are tiny issues overall, and the lighter is of such good quality that I went ahead and gave it five full stars.  I would recommend this lighter very highly and plan to give a few as gifts.<br /><br />Update, 04/19/22:  All of the above remains true.  This is an outstanding quality item in a world of cheap plastic stuff and planned obsolescence.  Buy two instead of one.  They are that good, and you'll want to give one to someone you think highly of.",
        "asin": "B092ZSR8BK",
        "parent_asin": "B092ZSR8BK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5096,
        "review_text": "The unit works great and I have no concerns about the mechanical performance of it. This replaced a &#34;spin brush&#34; that you can pick up for about five bucks in the store. Yes it outperforms that toothbrush but at 10 times the price, it should!<br /><br />So why the three stars? Because of one significant thing: the battery. On my cheapo brush I could replace the battery. On this model you can't. This is planned obsolescence, something I hate. See the unit will most likely last years and years. Oral-B realizes that so they build the unit in a fashion that: 1. You can't get into the unit to replace the battery and 2. They use Ni-Cad batteries. Double whammy. I use Eneloop batteries in just about all of my applications. They don't have the drawbacks of Ni-Cad. The unit is designed to sit on the charger all the time. Well for one, you are going to get the &#34;memory effect&#34; if you don't let it completely discharge periodically. Also these batteries contain Cadmium which has prompted the EU to ban their use except for certain specific applications.  Make sure that when you dispose of this unit or batteries you do it at a recycling center!<br /><br />Before I bought it I made sure that there was SOME way I could replace the batteries. It isn't as easy as the $5 spin brush (by far) but it CAN be done. Google it and you'll find out the method.<br /><br />Oral-B could do it the same way as the cheapo models - using o-rings and the like but for profit they don't.<br /><br />That's why the three-star rating.",
        "asin": "B003UKKHB4",
        "parent_asin": "B003UKKHB4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5097,
        "review_text": "I found this to be the perfect size pill organizer for me.  The compartments hold a lot of pills, especially large 1,000 mg fish oil and flax seed vitamins.  It may be a bit too large for travel.<br />The compartment covers snap shut tightly, but easily.  They don't tear off as some other brands do.<br />I found this organizer once at a CVS store, but then never could find it again anywhere else. Well, I finally got smart and found it on Amazon. I ordered three, because you never know when a manufacturer decides to plan obsolescence to get you to buy the latest product, when the original worked just fine.<br />The only fault with this organizer is the way the morning and evening days and timing are organized.  I made labels to change their format to something more logical for me.  Other then that, I am very happy with this pill organizer.",
        "asin": "B000EGKTEW",
        "parent_asin": "B0BN9RTV2W"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5098,
        "review_text": "Broke the handle on the first one after a couple years of light use. The new one feels even cheaper in quality. Not sure why you would make something with an aluminum shaft but a plastic handle at the fulcrum point where all the force of pushing is applied. I guess it\u2019s built in obsolescence/failure.",
        "asin": "B07YQDD94M",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZTMY9TG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5099,
        "review_text": "I'm an avid user of Water-pik dental sprayers. I got braces as an adult, and wore them for two plus years; Water-pik made my mouth feel somewhat clean during that time. I'm on my 4th Water-pik, I think. My gums are in very good shape thanks to daily use. This model sprays harder than the newer one. There are replacement hose kits sold for this model, so that is a help for a handy person. The weakness in the Water-pik is the vinyl hose; it ages and breaks.The on-off switches also can go. The vinyl o-ring that seals the water chamber needs careful treatment. I guess Water-pik has designed a little obsolescence into the product to keep up the sales. I have sent one back for repair, and it was replaced without question. So overall, it's a good product that doesn't have any competitor to equal the value.",
        "asin": "B000063SLR",
        "parent_asin": "B000063SLR"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5100,
        "review_text": "Lots of rechargeable batteries get flak for being poorly made and basically dying like normal ones after just 3 months. These complaints are absolutely valid and clearly the result of planned obsolescence.<br /><br />Not these though. These batteries are actually made to last and seem to do about as well as lithium ions (if maybe a little worse) in so far as surviving for several years with only a minimal drop in charge capacity. Rechargeable batteries are better for the environment, and your wallet, but only if they are actually designed to last. These are and so I would recommend them.",
        "asin": "B00CWNMW1S",
        "parent_asin": "B00EZ1ZTFG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5101,
        "review_text": "This piece of junk lasted 13 months. MANY reviewers here have correctly blasted the woefully short battery life of Braun\u2019s electric toothbrushes. This is no accident. They quit charging after a ridiculously short period of time, thus proving their toothbrush line the very antithesis of \u201cgreen.\u201d Unless you are an experienced solderer and follow the many videos you'll find on youTube there\u2019s no way to outsmart Braun\u2019s grifting company culture, which extends to its other products as well\u2014but I\u2019ll stay focused on their electric toothbrush for now. The large number of how-to-fix videos on youTube reveals just how common and widespread Braun\u2019s con game is. Braun decided to build obsolescence into this item, one guesses thinking we\u2019ll just go out and buy another crappy Braun. Not only is there is no reason a replaceable battery cannot be engineered into this design, but the option they have chosen is actually more costly and complicated to produce in their quest to rip off their customer and to support the expansion of landfills everywhere. I hope buyers will move on to other brands in protest\u2014money talks when consumers walk.",
        "asin": "B01AKGRTUM",
        "parent_asin": "B01AKGRTUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5102,
        "review_text": "It worked well for 4 years and then died.  Battery still works and charges but mechanical parts stopped moving.  I believe quality products should last longer and planned obsolescence is evil.  I hope that's not the case here.",
        "asin": "B003UKM9CO",
        "parent_asin": "B01AKGRTUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5103,
        "review_text": "I hate it...I love it...OXO needs to get their act together on a few of their products that have rubber that falls apart...I have purchased several of these and they disintegrate after about six months...I keep buying the darn things because the work when they work and look great...however, the planned obsolescence is getting a bit tiring...",
        "asin": "B000CC91GK",
        "parent_asin": "B07CVPHWF6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5104,
        "review_text": "As some here, I'm a previous Oral-B user not convinced with their new product line-up (Bluetooth on a toothbrush. Really?). After over seven years of heavy use and unparalleled service, my old Oral-B workhorse just gave up, motor was slow and grinding and the battery just didn't hold its charge anymore. Time for a change, and after seven years technology I figured should have improved too, which in fact did<br /><br />Why Sonicare over Oral-B? Well, I think Oral-B abandoned me and decided to go other route on their product line, none of their new toothbrushes convinced me at all to keep the brand. I take I comprise a very small segment of their customer base and they decided to go their growth is, which is a completely valid point. So they gave me the chance to try Sonicare and boy, how glad I am I did<br /><br />This is a laser scalpel, plasma cutter vs. a manual saw comparison, a fine precision instrument vs. a rudimentary tool. Some may say -validly- that it is not fair to compare a seven year old toothbrush with a more modern one, but to be fair at least on paper and looks the new Oral-B models looked in some way like mine, minus the things I liked about them. This Sonicare is light, ergonomic and very easy to use, and it does a superior job than what my Oral-B did, which was already good but the results now are outstanding. For example, I'm a believer of the daily three steps for healthy mouth process: floss-brush-mouth rinse. I use a Waterpik for the first step, so just to see how good the Sonicare was I brushed first and then used the Waterpik: Almost no food residues or any type of debris whatsoever came out, which I take as a testament of the good job this Sonicare did.<br /><br />It is also way more silent than my Oral-B was, and at least on my Oral-B after about one minute of use liquid from the saliva-toothpaste mix started to run from my mouth -even closed- down the brush up to my hand, kind of disgusting but I thought that was normal for electric toothbrushes. It seems it is not normal, this doesn't happen with the Sonicare so I take it was either a design flaw of my Oral-B or a manufacturing defect, not sure. But I'm pleased it is not happening anymore<br /><br />Cons? Not really. One thing could be the inclusion of three sensitive modes and three cleaning modes, I wonder who will use other setting than the strongest one and play with the pressure of the brush in the mouth, it is something that comes with use so I see no point on the tress speeds. The other two cleaning modes, gums and whitening are also pointless, there is no relevant difference among the three modes at the speed this thing is vibrating it is just not physically possible I think. So probably Philips decided to include all this customization to charge more, or to please people that like to have several options on their products. My option is simplify and conquer, look where Apple is<br /><br />Very, very happy with my purchase. As per longevity, Philips gives you a 2.5 years full warranty (2 years standard, 6 more months if you register the product), which for a product like this, at this time of fast obsolescence and poor durability I consider it enough. 160 dollars for 900 days of at least twice a day brushing doesn't sound bad at all. Granted, my Oral-B lasted for over 7 years, but is that normal? Maybe, who knows. Too late for me to find out",
        "asin": "B00CUG2582",
        "parent_asin": "B00CUG2582"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5105,
        "review_text": "This is my fourth Oral-B electric toothbrush and my second Oral-B 5000; the first lasted a little less than 4 years. You have to wonder why Braun refuses to make a replaceable battery model, as I'm forced to AGAIN retire a perfectly good product only because the battery is toast. A five star product that gets downgraded for planned obsolescence.<br />This 5000 model comes with Bluetooth. Really? Not only do I not need to have my brushing history tracked, I sure don't want an app reporting my usage to who knows who. Fortunately, that option can be turned off. I suppose if you are a parent and tracking a child's usage or something similar, this might be a useful feature... if you don't mind how the app uses the data.<br />All that being said, the Oral-B 5000 is an excellent toothbrush. My visits to the dentist have been reduced to every 2-3 years, and even that is not so much for cleaning as routine monitoring. It's great to have the hygienist have little or nothing to do. The case is also nice for travel--no dead battery from the brush getting crushed inside luggage.",
        "asin": "B00O8ODHOA",
        "parent_asin": "B0BMKXKHDT"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5106,
        "review_text": "I decided to give this product a try, and while I'm glad I did, I can't help but think that it is literally, only half as good as it could be.  The Jetz-Scrubz cleaning sponge has an abrasive side, and a side that is smooth.  Obviously the abrasive side is used for cleaning, and it does a very good job, particularly on larger pots and bowls, where it is easier to apply scrubbing force.  Jetz-Scrubz claims that their product doesn't cause scratches, and so far, I haven't noticed that the pad has done any damage.<br /><br />While the Jetz-Scrubz does a very nice job in the scrubbing department, it is not very convenient to use, because the smooth side is very slippery, and hard to grip when it is wet and soapy.  After it has been broken in, and is not as stiff, the pad becomes more manageable, and easy to use, but I wonder why it was designed the way it is, as the smooth side is practically useless for cleaning.  If both sides were abrasive, this product would easily be a 5 star winner, instead of a 3.5 star underperformer, for the money it costs.<br /><br />Because it can be slippery, I find the pad works best on larger pots, pans, bowls, and rounded food containers.  Maintaining your grip seems easier when you are scrubbing in a continuous circular motion.  When a back and forth scrubbing motion is used, maintaining a good grip becomes more of an issue.  I often have problems using this pad to clean items like utensils, glasses, cups, and small square food containers.<br /><br />While I appreciate what this product can do, the difficulty I have when using it, serves as a constant reminder of how easily it could be improved.  With two abrasive sides, this product would last much longer, which from a sales standpoint, may not be what the people at Jetz-Scrubz want to see.  Even allowing for planned obsolescence however, if Jetz-Scrubz could do something to provide a better grip on the smooth side, it would be a huge improvement, and might even boost their sales.",
        "asin": "B000GLPPLW",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLPPLW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5107,
        "review_text": "I love Ziploc slider bags. Besides the kitchen I use them for organizing all sorts of things all over the house and garage. They are an absolute must for hiking or camping. But they have one flaw that still persists. the tendency of the locking mechanism to slip off the track after a certain number off uses. This results in gaps in the seal rendering the bag useless for its indented purpose. It seems this could be easily fixed, But it hasn't, it must be a built in obsolescence product feature.",
        "asin": "B00RBQ0G2I",
        "parent_asin": "B00RBQ0G2I"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5108,
        "review_text": "I bought one of these a couple of years ago at the suggestion of my dentist since I tend to build up plaque quickly on my teeth.  After using this toothbrush for a couple of years I have not only felt the difference versus using a manual toothbrush, but I ended up having much better checkups during my dentist visits.  The two minute interval (30 second for each quadrant) takes out all the guess work in having to brush for 2 minutes.  The toothbrush does an excellent job in breaking up plaque and cleaning in areas that a normal toothbrush simply can't get to,<br /><br />However after a couple of years of use, the toothbrush no longer charges when sitting on the base all night.  The toothbrush would shut off long before the two minutes is up and recently it won't even stay on for 10 seconds.  I figured the battery needed to be replaced, but imagine my disappointment when I found out that this cannot be done because this toothbrush was designed in such a way that you can't simply replace a battery.  In other words after a couple of years or so you are left with a useless piece of equipment that you simply have to throw away.  I don't know how much anyone else spent on this toothbrush but for the amount I spent I think its ridiculous that I can't simply replace a battery to keep on using it.  Apparently Philips wants you to go out and buy another Sonicare every two years instead of designing their products so customers can simply replace a bad battery so they can continue to use what they already have  Sorry, but I don't like throwing my money away like that and while I did like the performance of the Sonicare I refuse to purchase from a company that forces its consumers to purchase new products due to planned obsolescence.<br /><br />I will not go back to using a manual toothbrush, but the next electronic toothbrush I buy won't be from Philips.<br /><br />Great toothbrush, not so great design.",
        "asin": "B004M1BO3U",
        "parent_asin": "B00PLHN2UW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5109,
        "review_text": "I have owned this for four months, and it has worked OK the entire time.  I bought my first Waterpik MANY years ago when they first came out, and I have to say it... they just don't make them like they used to!<br /><br />This one is constructed of 100% plastic, and it just feels like a product that WON'T last many years.  The pressure on the higher settings (8-10) is not as strong as older models I have owned, and I fully expect this unit to be a candidate for planned obsolescence down the road.  Then again, it is no different than many of the products produced overseas these days.<br /><br />It works, but for the money feels cheaply built and don't look at it as a long term product.  3.5 stars - if it were sturdier and better built I would rate it higher.  I will continue to use it, and update later on with performance.  Thanks for reading.",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5110,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence, Falls apart after about one month, I know because this is my third set. The metal parts get loose and the head pinches your lips. For probably a penny more they could make it last longer, But making a quality product is not as important as their bottom line.",
        "asin": "B0002KHU3I",
        "parent_asin": "B0002KHU3I"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5111,
        "review_text": "There are about 6 of these products on Amazon that are all the same, but have different promoters. My first one (toiletries) &#34;died&#34; after about 3 months, even with recharging. The second, Phillips, the same. While they worked, it was great, but case of planned obsolescence, as far as I'm concerned. I imagine they are all made in the same factory.",
        "asin": "B0081MQ47C",
        "parent_asin": "B0081MQ47C"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5112,
        "review_text": "After the warranty expired I had issues with it not wanting to turn off. Just google \"bodygroom wont shut off\" and you will see what I mean, there is a tempporary fix to use a flathead to bend the plastic to pop the button back in working mode. However despite that the clips keep popping off and it barely works now so I have to get another one. Planned obsolescence folks.",
        "asin": "B000EG8HLE",
        "parent_asin": "B000EG8HLE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5113,
        "review_text": "I have been using these for years - and putting up with the short lifespan.  The sponge pulls away from the backing making them unusable in an unreasonably short amount of time.  It has the feeling of planned obsolescence.  I am going back to a simple sponge.  These are pretty much crap.",
        "asin": "B0057UUA8A",
        "parent_asin": "B00XIDXA2G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5114,
        "review_text": "Works great.  However, the battery compartment consistently gets wet from the water going to the bottom compartment.  After 1 year I need a new one.  There is corrosion and slime so bad in the battery compartment i cannot even clean it out.  Had to throw it out and get a new one.  Planned obsolescence at its finest.",
        "asin": "B01787L5MO",
        "parent_asin": "B01787L5MO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5115,
        "review_text": "I am changing my review.<br />It was a great scale and the data it provided was very beneficial. I've had the scale for 1.5 years and it broke, I am not sure if it's just planned obsolescence or a poorly made product.<br />I will still give it 4 stars because of its overall function.",
        "asin": "B01N1UX8RW",
        "parent_asin": "B0B6Z2BBKV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5116,
        "review_text": "Lasted about 3 months, now the rollers skip off the tracks when pressure is put on them. Seems like planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B09M9QMJM9",
        "parent_asin": "B0BWDZ35HS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5117,
        "review_text": "While I have had this product and I really liked it, there is absolutely NO EXCUSE for this tiny replacement part to cost this much money.  It would be a simple matter to make this part in a manner that would allow for exchangeable batteries, but the planned obsolescence of this device is absurd.  I see reviews from Doctors who like the device, and I agree that it fulfills its purpose, but THEY don't have to pay for this -- it gets billed to insurance, and Really... the military and their expensive hammers are NOTHING compared to the abuses in the health care industry.  This costs them less than $3 MAX to make.<br /><br />I have a daughter with special needs and am routinely undertaking a lot more medical care for her than the average mom would.  From the perspective of a mom -- Costs too much when other options are available.",
        "asin": "B0015TGCY8",
        "parent_asin": "B0015TGCY8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5118,
        "review_text": "December 2022: At the beginning of fall I tried the Homedics sterilizer again as I had to do a lot of traveling and I really wanted to clean my phone, credit cards, and keys.  I thought it couldn't hurt to try and it seems to be working now just fine! I'm not sure if it was a one-off issue but I wanted to update my review because while it's important to alert people to a problem with a product it's even more important in my opinion to let them know when something's working out. I also do want to acknowledge that Homedics did replace the first one. Also I want to caution everyone to be sure that the zip is in place on the magnetized strip because if it's not it won't turn on. That happened to me once as well. Also when you charge it, if it doesn't hold the charge, try again.<br /><br />June 2022 Update: After a long wait I finally got a replacement in the mail it took forever but I was happy to get it and appreciative. It stopped working again though the last week of May, a few days ago. It just stopped holding the charge. I charged it, and it only went through a couple of sterilization cycles, and it no longer works.Don't waste your money on this product it only lasts a few months. I can understand why Homedics won't get a better quality charge it just doesn't make sense. It's kind of a speeded up version of planned obsolescence and it's extremely frustrating. Update: Homedics  emailed me a label, I got a box and shipped it back. Haven't heard anything since, they should have received it last week. What's going on?I bought this in July. It stopped holding a charge a week or two ago (I wasn't sure do I waited to write this review.). I used it once a week at the end of the week to sterilize my phone, keys and remote.",
        "asin": "B07ZQKVBPP",
        "parent_asin": "B089N42X2R"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5119,
        "review_text": "This is what you want a product to be.<br />This is what you want support to be.<br />This product stands out in an ocean of lesser object designed with planned obsolescence. This massager is amazing. My wife and I both have stress related muscle cramps and this thing works and words well. Further, the company responds to any problem as if it was your brother in-law anxious to please! Wow. I just can't say enough good things.",
        "asin": "B07GJY3J5B",
        "parent_asin": "B07GJY3J5B"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5120,
        "review_text": "This TV was great for about 2 yrs, then developed a darker top 1/2 of the screen.  It's getting worse.  Do your homework, apparently this is VERY COMMON with Samsung LED tv's.  I won't touch another Samsung product with a 100 foot pole, garbage tv designed for post-warranty-period obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0078LSTWU",
        "parent_asin": "B0078LSTWU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5121,
        "review_text": "Or your mom\u2019s dishwashing gloves\u2014but a strange hybrid of the same.<br />I work the oil fields so I know which gloves to use for which chores and these are for cleaning out the bathrooms after my \u201cgators\u201d (read teenaged daughters) have wrecked their weekly havoc.<br />These thicker than the ordinary gloves actually possess a rolled cuff where you put them on and that adds to their life when you pull them on and off.<br />No planned obsolescence in these babies.<br />I bought the three pack and put one in the garage for when I\u2019m using solvents and such.<br />I use another pair of these in the kitchen when I can wrestle the missus out of them, but I have to sneak up on her blind side and hold her jaw closed while I do.<br />You may not know this about women, but most of their bite muscles are on the chomp and not the release.<br />So if you\u2019re really careful you can...<br />She\u2019s actually looking over my shoulder now as I\u2019m typing this and so it\u2019s probably best that I end this here and say that these gloves are the best kitchen and cleaning gloves we\u2019ve ever used.<br />I\u2019m also posting it despite her stern admonitions that I do not dare post my comments about her so if you don\u2019t hear from me for a while it\u2019s probably because my thumbs are healing after being surgically reattached.<br /><br />Totally worth it.<br /><br />Oh, and these glove are worth it too.",
        "asin": "B07G31C46N",
        "parent_asin": "B07G31C46N"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5122,
        "review_text": "Bought June 2020 and stopped workin August 2022. Too much money for built in obsolescence",
        "asin": "B07635CRS3",
        "parent_asin": "B07635CRS3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5123,
        "review_text": "READ THE REVIEWS. Great concept. Poor design.<br /><br />This is our third Swiffer. We will NOT be buying another.<br /><br />Planned obsolescence.<br /><br />These are designed to fail.<br /><br />As you can see in the photo the tiny electrical motor for the pump is inconveniently located below the bottle connection. Any leakage (and it always leaks a little) will drip down on the motor causing it to fail.<br /><br />Motor should be sealed or relocated.<br /><br />It took me buying this thing 3 times to realize it\u2019s poorly designed.<br /><br />I\u2019m going back to using my steam mop.",
        "asin": "B07YQD44YX",
        "parent_asin": "B0C33LJ77T"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5124,
        "review_text": "This is the third Gopher I've owned and apparently top of the line considering it's the \"DELUXE Gopher III\" and they still have built in the \"planned obsolescence\".  They can't seem to make this product without the crappy quality rubber grabbers on the end falling off.  THREE I've had and the feet always fall off.  Well, you know what... I'm going to start Tweeting when companies sell crap like this.  There's absolutely no reason why they can't design this thing so it WORKS for more than months or a few years.  They are taking advantage of the demand for a product like this and selling you something that you will have to replace.  And it's not CHEAP!  I expect more from this company and I'm going to start demanding it.",
        "asin": "B000RW7JGE",
        "parent_asin": "B000RW7JGE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5125,
        "review_text": "So this lasted just about two years.<br />Previously when run on high this would empty the reservoir in two three hour runs.<br />Now a three hour run barely empties it at all.<br />It\u2019s been rinsed and our household water is filtered.<br />I guess two years is about all to expect from any appliance type devices.<br />Planned obsolescence is a fact.",
        "asin": "B0118QC1BA",
        "parent_asin": "B0B2VTYBFK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5126,
        "review_text": "FURTHER UPDATE:  Called Waterpik directly and a really nice and very helpful woman named Cherise walked me through a couple questions and is sending me a replacement.  She was so friendly I didn't even mind that I was dealing with a messed up machine.  Back to 5 starts for some awesome customer service!<br />--------<br />UPDATE:  I've used this it for about a year now, but a spring popped up from underneath where the reservoir sits, and now it leaks.  I suppose I should be grateful for getting this to work for a whole year, but what a waste of materials!  Planned obsolescence I guess.  Sending it to the landfill and now in the market for one that actually lasts.<br />_______________________<br /><br />Only had it for a few months, but definitely noticing an improvement in gum health with using this.  I recommend water piks to people all the time, glad I finally started practicing what I preach on this!",
        "asin": "B00HFQQ0VU",
        "parent_asin": "B0C4JSZBF4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5127,
        "review_text": "Well made- these are great mops and this design seems more solid than alternatives in same genre.  Still am bothered by the fact that Rubbermaid - the industry leader... cheaps out and doesn't put nuts and bolts on it that are galvanized. The mops with all that water contact eventually rust out and fall apart.  Planned obsolescence? Seems that way. Rubbermaid could build a solid mop that doesn't rust and the replacement pads that don't rust... but Rubbermaid doesn't do this. Why? Perhaps there are serios production reasons for this?  Who knows. I don't have a PhD in mop technology. Still functionally it is a great mop - the best in my opinion.  Good wringer.  As some of the warnings say.. make sure to soften the mop with warm hot water - soak it or run it under the faucet for a while - perhaps squeezing it (with a rubber glove on if you don't want to touch an &#34;eww&#34; yuccky mop! Soften it up before trying to squeeze the handle or you will wreck a mop very quickly!  haha I think everybody including myself made this mistake the first time. So I'm passing this ancient wisdom on to you my children. Use it well!",
        "asin": "B00002N60G",
        "parent_asin": "B00002N60G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5128,
        "review_text": "The optics on these have always been great, but they are made of brittle plastic.  A small amount of pressure will easily break the plastic at the hinge, temple and at the nose piece.  They are working on the concept of planned obsolescence so they can sell more of this cheap product.",
        "asin": "B00305GWQS",
        "parent_asin": "B00305GWQS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5129,
        "review_text": "These brushes work fine, but the total operating cost is high due to planned obsolescence of:<br /><br />(1) expensive brush heads wear out fast, and<br /><br />(2) the little rubber blue-green on/off button wears out after about two years of use, leaving a gaping hole in the device handle, which causes the device to fail if exposed to water<br /><br />This is a known quality control issue that Philips chooses not to address.",
        "asin": "B003QYFVRY",
        "parent_asin": "B003QYFVRY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5130,
        "review_text": "This came as a gift.  The coiled tubing is too short and stiff. Water goes all over the place because you have to bend down to accommodate the machine instead of over the sink basin.  Ten settings, but you can't use them.  After 3 or 4 on the dial the stream can tear your gums, even with healthy tissue.  Even if your gums could take it, the company says the higher pressure settings (10 of them altogether) will split the plastic coil and cause leaks, so you are warned not to use them. Ten settings, but you can use only 3, hmmmm.  So their claim of high flow at the highest setting is meaningless as a selling point, and misleading.  My tubing hardened past stiff and simply broke off one morning.  When I complained to the company they wrote back with a reprimand (which is how I found about how there are only three usable settings and planned obsolescence) but, not to worry, a link to buy more replacement parts!  How kind.  Don't waste your money on this piece of cheap plastic.",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5131,
        "review_text": "Angry as h*** and wouldn\u2019t buy this again unless manufacturer REPLACED it and said WHY, after less than 2 years of sitting on bathroom sink, and perhaps 30 uses !?! when I went to turn this on a week ago it is DEAD. Nothing! It\u2019s as if whatever motor or wherever the power originated from just QUIT!!!<br />WHEN I used this I was pleased (enough) at the power to get deeply embedded food remains out of deep pockets and I could vary pressure until tissue could \u201crepair\u201d in order to continue restoring my gums. BUT A PRODUCT THAT COST $1.50!? PER USE QUITTING when I NEED it is worse than irritating. It\u2019s manufacturer \u201cplanned obsolescence\u201d at it\u2019s worst!",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5132,
        "review_text": "(see update at end of this review) Today, one of the weekdays &#34;lost its click&#34; and will not close. A tiny piece of plastic somehow broke off (with use, I guess, although I've only had this for a couple of months) and that was the piece that helped the day's cover click into place and close.  Very frustrating, because it was a really good size! I've had other pill dispensers, both locking and unlocking, and there seems to be an inherent functional obsolescence component in them, because something will break off and render a day's dispenser useless.  Right now, I'm using my back up dispenser, which is a locking dispenser and it clicks closed, but the plastic at the opposite end of the click-end is broken and is now held together with duct tape. I didn't get this from Amazon, but it's the exact same item so that's why I'm writing this review.<br />UPDATE:  Ten days ago, I emailed the manufacturer, Apothecary Products from my personal email and my issues with this product, and have received NO RESPONSE AT ALL.  This really stinks in terms of customer service.  Buyer beware.",
        "asin": "B001THJHG6",
        "parent_asin": "B0C46XGR3T"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5133,
        "review_text": "Great in the shower. Don't know why refills are not available in my supermarket any more. I do realize that the sprayers seem to have been manufactured with &#34;planned obsolescence&#34; built in, but they do last long enough to need refills. So glad to find them here.",
        "asin": "B003USIBYG",
        "parent_asin": "B0BLRPM6NN"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5134,
        "review_text": "These pads are the best scrubbing pads out there. They are aggressive enough to cut through and remove crud, but gentle enough to ensure that you do not damage anything with excessive abrasion. I throw them in the dishwasher every night to clean them. They do have a somewhat limited life (planned obsolescence?) so being able to buy them in bulk is a great way to save some money",
        "asin": "B07FQVQZV3",
        "parent_asin": "B09KK5BMG9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5135,
        "review_text": "The Fusion Proglide Styler is a great shaving/styler and would be ideal for men interested in keeping their facial hair neatly trimmed.  Batteries are easily replaceable (a single size AA), which is a BIG plus--no cords and no built-in obsolescence courtesy of a built-in battery.<br /><br />The handle is rubberized and ergonomically designed for easy-grip comfort.<br /><br />The detachable razor blade is quick and easy to install or remove and the trimming head would be perfect for beard and mustache grooming (it's just the right size for close-in work).<br /><br />It's also great for a quick trim of sideburns, neck, stray ear hair, or a quick Unibrow cleanup (yes, guys, you most DEFINITELY need to do this--we notice).<br /><br />The vibrating shave (with the blade on) makes quick work of 3-day-old beards after a weekend shaving vacation.  It's a great shaver and a versatile trimmer, but I simply HAD to dock it a star for the high cost of replacement blades.  If you're looking for an economical shave, this isn't it.  But if you want and all-in-one styler and are willing to pay a premium for replacement blades, you've found the perfect fit.",
        "asin": "B005SPMINE",
        "parent_asin": "B072866MVK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5136,
        "review_text": "Northern 3-ply used to be my favorite toilet paper until 3-ply White Cloud [ That you can't get anymore]<br />Northern used to be thicker and had the right amount of softness and strength. Now you can't tell the difference between two-ply and 3-ply. It is still a good toilet paper just not our favorite which is Cottonelle though we still pick it up when it's cheaper than Cottonelle. Alas, the good old days when things were made well and it wasn't planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B09SS6QLH3",
        "parent_asin": "B09V1PNV5L"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5137,
        "review_text": "I'm a faithful Plackers user, and intend to be for some time.<br /><br />I've been using Plackers for years, and have found them to be a convenient, strong, and capable alternative to traditional flossing. Though never dissatisfied with Plackers, I did recently try Oral-B's competing product, the Glide pick, which proved to be comparably terrible. Whereas I can use a Placker for days on end, I was lucky to get through a single floss before the Glide pick broke. When the Plackers package claims that they're &#34;engineered not to stretch, shred, or break,&#34; it really means it. On the other hand, the Glide picks appear to be engineered _to_ break, like so many mass-produced goods in our shortsightedly consumptive society, in the fashion of planned obsolescence.<br /><br />Thanks to the manufacturer, not only for a quality floss pick, but for virtue, and commitment to producing a sound product.",
        "asin": "B00ENLEGIE",
        "parent_asin": "B00ENLEGIE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5138,
        "review_text": "The head of this POS broke after only using it once. Whoever engineered this needs to get fired. The swivel head attachment is made weak and breaks... on purpose? Don't let this company profit off planned obsolescence... purchase another kind of mop who's engineers actually design a good product that lasts!",
        "asin": "B06XWJV9PN",
        "parent_asin": "B07B891K7Y"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5139,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence.  When the battery dies, it canot be replaced.  We tried, and even with soldering skills, and a hot-glue-gun, it isn't going to happen.",
        "asin": "B0095IMNI0",
        "parent_asin": "B0095IMNI0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5140,
        "review_text": "Nice Product, at a fraction of the cost of drugstore ones (that have a knack for the plastic arms breaking just past the hinges,-- which I'd swear is planned obsolescence).",
        "asin": "B016C2LQTI",
        "parent_asin": "B016C2LQTI"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5141,
        "review_text": "UPDATE: After the first brush died at the 6-month mark, I contacted Oxo to take them up on their &#34;OXO Better Guarantee&#34; and they sent me a new brush for no charge. That was nice of them, but the replacement also died at the 6-month mark and that was even with me babying the dang thing with the hope of preserving it for at least, I don't know, a year? Is that too much to ask? Apparently it is. I'm not going to bother asking for another replacement - these aren't durable enough to warrant the price.<br /><br />Rubber button tore at 6 months under normal-to-light use. Our previous brush lasted years. It was evident upon purchasing this one that Oxo went cheaper on the materials - the button was flimsy from the start. Sad to see a formerly durable product turned into a disposable, throwaway brush. And now I sound like my grandpa complaining about planned obsolescence. Thanks a lot, Oxo cheapskates!",
        "asin": "B000CC91GK",
        "parent_asin": "B07CVPHWF6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5142,
        "review_text": "This is the worst warmer i ever bought, which i thought was supposed to be specific to \"essential oil\" versions of refills.  Emits very little smell at all, but manages to burn through the refill in record time.  Cam you say \"planned obsolescence\"",
        "asin": "B011JA1NXM",
        "parent_asin": "B0CBSSPRV7"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5143,
        "review_text": "I've had these for a little over 3 years.. Obviously, living alone, I REALLY didn't need 100 bandages or i'd be severely accident prone...<br />Got them out the other day and the wrappers were so brittle the paper was breaking off in pieces and you could NOT pull the bandage backing off the bandage...<br />This is called \"planned obsolescence\". Deliberately making something that WILL fail in time.<br />Will purchase Bandaid next time.",
        "asin": "B01BT3U6DW",
        "parent_asin": "B01BT3U6DW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5144,
        "review_text": "This broom unravels. Planned obsolescence. Buy the outdoor all black one instead. It lasts longer and works better.<br /><br />The first one came broken. The second one went to an address I haven't lived at in years. Third one is unraveling. No fun.",
        "asin": "B004TR6H9I",
        "parent_asin": "B08G5CLSK9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5145,
        "review_text": "After using this mop for at least 12 years and replacing everything from the mop handle (entire mop essentially) to the solution collar many times I\u2019ve come to the conclusion that the mop is an exercise in planned obsolescence. It is made to fail and I personally will not be messing with this mop any longer!",
        "asin": "B00FEBARJE",
        "parent_asin": "B0042YU6S6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5146,
        "review_text": "Wow - some lengthy reviews on this scale! Here's the bottom line - works great, very accurate, easy to set up and a cool modern look. Great deal, got here quickly, no problems with it.<br />2020 - scale broken.  So got 6 years out of it.  Minimal use, didn't move it, no kids jumping on it - so overall, not great.  Planned obsolescence on the part of the company.  Wouldn't buy again.",
        "asin": "B00A8SLH8I",
        "parent_asin": "B00A8SLH8I"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5147,
        "review_text": "It seems like these get worse and worse in quality. They are much lighter than they used to be in years gone by, and consequently have to thrown away much quicker. Planned obsolescence? Yeah, yeah, everybody is doing it. Its still really disappointing and annoying.",
        "asin": "B007RG3EM6",
        "parent_asin": "B00JMKCOP8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5148,
        "review_text": "The magic eraser is not sturdy enough to mop floors, but that's ok. Mr. Clean plans obsolescence into their mops. In roughly a year, they will come out with a new style, for which the mountings will be different and the replacement heads will not fit this mop, so you'll have to throw yours out and buy a whole new one at an inflated price. My advice is to look for a brand that has been around for a long time, and who uses a standard between their different models, as well as one who continues to manufacture mop heads that fit so that you can get a replacement mop head when needed.",
        "asin": "B0057UU89G",
        "parent_asin": "B00UQGQT0S"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5149,
        "review_text": "I bought this toothbrush in March 2016. It started randomly turning itself on and off in February. I was hoping I could get it fixed locally but I am unable to find anyone who will work on it. It won\u2019t turn on when I wanted to. When I try to charge it it buzzes and turns on and off. It finally turned on and would not turn off and ran the battery down to nothing. I\u2019m on able to do anything with it. It will not take a recharge. Did spend $200 on a toothbrush and have it useless in this period of time is inexcusable. After looking on the Internet, I discovered that multiple people have the same issue. I believe that Phillip should recall these toothbrushes and provide a way to get them repaired. Incredibly disappointed.  My Braun toothbrush lasted 12 years before the battery ran down. They are fairly easy to work on so I will be going back to Brown. Incredibly disappointed. I like the feel that this created but I can\u2019t say that it actually cleans as well as Braun.  I can fix that one with the four dollar battery. The only fix for this is another $200 for inferior piece of equipment. Really furious at designed obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B00YAR7Z70",
        "parent_asin": "B00YAR7Z70"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5150,
        "review_text": "This is a very convenient mop while it works. Mine lasted less than 5 months. It has the same build quality as a Swiffer, but with more mechanical parts. The latter is why this is a product I would avoid. In fact, through all of my research it really baffled me that there isn't a spray mop that isn't constructed like it's hanging on by a thread. This is really taking planned obsolescence to a new level.",
        "asin": "B07KFLTHHZ",
        "parent_asin": "B09K7J2R84"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5151,
        "review_text": "I've had this Sonicare toothbrush for under 2.5 years and the lithium ion battery is dying already. This thing is sealed tight so battery replacement is impossible. So does Phillips expect me to buy another one already. I suspect all the brands are playing this planned obsolescence game but I'll try another manufacturer and get a less expensive model.",
        "asin": "B078GVDB18",
        "parent_asin": "B08BDHKY8X"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5152,
        "review_text": "As other users have posted, these bags rip as you<br /> take them off the role and become totally unusable. Approximately half of this expensive roll is unusable. Is this planned obsolescence??  I'm paying a lot for what I don't get..<br />AT  22  cents a bag, I'm wasting approximately $5  per box.  Shame !!",
        "asin": "B00IRA2XI2",
        "parent_asin": "B0BMRYFLPX"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5153,
        "review_text": "Great performace but horrible planned obsolescence, battery becomes unusable exactly after 1 year, this is my second oral b toothbrush doing the exact dame thing after 1 year.",
        "asin": "B00F9X34XS",
        "parent_asin": "B00F9X34XS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5154,
        "review_text": "Great performace but horrible planned obsolescence, battery becomes unusable exactly after 1 year, this is my second oral b toothbrush doing the exact same thing after 1 year.",
        "asin": "B01KTII31K",
        "parent_asin": "B077Y8DLXL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5155,
        "review_text": "Received one of these as a gift in April of 2015. We loved it so much, we bought another for our second-born in December of 2017. Within the last week, the sound function on BOTH machines has stopped working entirely - almost 5 years after the first was purchased, and just over 2 years after the second was purchased.<br /><br />I\u2019ve tried the tiny \u201creset\u201d hole on the back - no success. I\u2019ve tried different outlets, changing adapters around - nada. As we don\u2019t use the projector function, it\u2019s useless to us without sound so I\u2019ve even tried slamming it on the area rug for the better part of an hour - the projector ticks on, but no sound.<br /><br />I understand planned obsolescence. With some items, I accept it. A sound machine, though? Go on without me, Munchkin - I will not be purchasing a third.",
        "asin": "B006SFUEF2",
        "parent_asin": "B006SFUEF2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5156,
        "review_text": "In our society where the planned obsolescence of household equipment and appliances has become the norm, it's a pleasure and delight to find a company that makes things that last.  I have been a loyal customer of casabella for at least a decade and I've only replaced my mop one time (after my son bent it).  Their mop heads are amazingly strong and they are little powerhouses for cleaning.  You simply cannot go wrong with this brand.",
        "asin": "B000R9XTM0",
        "parent_asin": "B06X9SD4DT"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5157,
        "review_text": "Worked fine unti it could not be returned,<br />Then one stopped working.<br />Changed battery and tried to contact seller to no avail<br />Planned obsolescence???",
        "asin": "B018M8LDJS",
        "parent_asin": "B018M8LDJS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5158,
        "review_text": "I have used the Clorox toilet cleaning wand literally for decades. Since it first came out. The last batch of refills I bought from Amazon fell apart in the toilet. I wasn't jumping up and down on them, I wasn't using them to scrub a sidewalk, I was using them as intended and according to directions. They shredded apart in layers before I could get the toilet cleaned. Where in the past I could use one pad and clean two toilets with it I couldn't clean one toilet with this one. I had to take it out remove the one that had fallen apart, put another one on \u2013 which also fell apart - in order to clean one toilet. Once I use these up I will not order them again unless the company goes back to it's original manufacturing process. This was an egregious waste of money, it looks a lot like planned obsolescence. This seems to be something that Clorox did to increase their bottom line because I can think of no other reason a company would take a product that worked and make it not work. Clorox took something that was simple to do and a product that was reliable and completely reversed it.",
        "asin": "B00U2T6SQ4",
        "parent_asin": "B0BXM745HW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5159,
        "review_text": "I've now had 3 water pics and this one lasted less than a year. It does a good job when it works but they all died within a year. It seems like planned obsolescence or faulty quality control. The other complaint I have is the type of switch on it. If you accidentally bump it with your hand it starts shooting water all over the place. This happened to me numerous times and also to my wife. They should at least recess the button so it is not so easily hit. I finally resorted to keeping it unplugged when not in use. I know, you'd think I need to be more careful, and of course that is the case, but it is not that I'm clumsy. Even the slightest tap on the button starts it shooting water.",
        "asin": "B00HFQQ0VU",
        "parent_asin": "B0C4JSZBF4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5160,
        "review_text": "This didn't fit my Casabella mop. They must be changing the mop style over time. Planned obsolescence is bs.",
        "asin": "B000R9XTM0",
        "parent_asin": "B06X9SD4DT"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5161,
        "review_text": "What can I say?  These are the genuine Philips replacements for some of their Sonicare toothbrushes. They work fine.<br />Would like to give 5 stars but felt I had to ding them one star because the color indicator bristles (which suggest when to replace the brush head) seem to turn from blue to white much earlier than needed IMHO. I find that even though the color change suggests replacement, the brush head is still in good condition and could be used for another month at least.<br /><br />Would a manufacturer design early obsolescence into a product to increase sales?  Naaaah.  Good product though.",
        "asin": "B0086VI9LC",
        "parent_asin": "B0086VI9LC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5162,
        "review_text": "The original roll O  matic mop was designed to last.  A solid wood handle, all metal head and mechanism with a turned wood pull handle to squeeze out the mop head.  All that doesn't matter as much as the sponge mop head itself.  Here is the most disappointing part of the change in manufacturer.  The original sponge head was solid sponge rubber.  It was highly absorbant and lasted for years. These new sponge heads kind of smear the water around without actually soaking up the dirt/water slurry.  If they had an optional head upgrade with the sponge rubber I would give it 5 stars and tell everyone I know how good the product is.  I can't do that with this modern replacement.  And yes the roll O matic company went out of business so the company Vileda ( the parent company of O cedar) bought the rights to the design and re-engineered it with a hollow metal handle, plastic actuator handle and cheapier sponge head.  All with built in obsolescence. It's what all companies do these days so I understand them wanting to make a buck..  The old way is why they went out of business.  The mops lasted forever.  This is probably the closes you'll get to the old mop just don't expect it to work as well.",
        "asin": "B00LOOXGX4",
        "parent_asin": "B0BLF7MCZ2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5163,
        "review_text": "Seems hard to find e-series replacement brush heads for Sonicare the past few years. Glad they are still available in quantity through  Amazon. Usually replace every 3 mos.  Brush heads seem to wear down sooner than they did in the past. Planned  obsolescence?",
        "asin": "B0085RZLQS",
        "parent_asin": "B0085RZLQS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5164,
        "review_text": "I was glad to have this old-timey rubbery water bottle when it came in. I bought two of them in Jan '17. Frankly, the covers aren't very useful to me. Using a water bottle therapeutically I will just put a moist towel over it and use it on my lower back, etc. To sleep with in the sub-zero north I will just put a bit of the sheet or blanket over it.<br /><br />But I can't get all dewey-eyed over this bottle (jus' like grandmaws...whaaaaa) because of the flaw in the build down at the bottom where the textured lines meet the rim. Feel it. It is very thin there and after a year and a half it just split. Not ever sure how it happened. I don't have kids or dogs. Just took it out today and there it was.<br /><br />My aging mom has had a vintage walgreens red bottle for over 30 years now. Thirty years! Nowadays if I buy a Walgreens bottle it springs a leak every six months like clockwork. You could set the atomic clock with it. Every six months a small slit opens up. That is planned obsolescence to a &#34;T&#34; and it really infuriates me. Walgreens uses some type of chalky filler and the noticeably hard-textured bottles just blow out. Every six months, there goes another $17.<br /><br />In my opinion, for this particular bottle there is no reason for the angled heat-dissipating texture. The builders have gone overboard with this. That is the part of the manufacturing process that creates the flaw. If there is concern over getting burned then the bottle can simply be covered in some way. But, by stamping the lines into the top they have introduced a flaw into the design, and the bottle can pull apart near the rim.<br /><br />All of these little things in life: shoe laces, hot water bottles, socks, alarm clocks, etc - the quality is so horrible it will run you ragged trying to figure out why why why manufacturers can't just go ahead and produce something high quality and charge you double.<br /><br />ps I would have contacted the manufacturer before this review but amazon doesn't make it easy to do so. I couldn't find the darn button so I just went ahead and wrote this anyway.",
        "asin": "B01A8JN0V8",
        "parent_asin": "B01A8JN0V8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5165,
        "review_text": "Ordering these dish washing sponges made me nervous due to the fact I am single and you can't buy a smaller amount...definately a leap of faith. My go to for years has been \"Dobie,\" but the short life span/planned obsolescence has bothered me for as long as I have been using them. Recently, I tried \"Libman,\" but they were too spongy and narrow for my hand to be optimal. The CFQ pads are big for sure, but they fit my hands, not too spongy, and hold the dishsoap well. They have a soft side that won't scratch your stainless and a scrubby/abrasive side that works better than you would think without the intense scouring of Scotchbrite. Based on how they are made, I am confident each pad will last awhile as well. These pads could be the by-hand, dish washing game changer I was looking for...",
        "asin": "B09X44RZ1K",
        "parent_asin": "B09X44RZ1K"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5166,
        "review_text": "I'm very pleased to have found a cane tip that fits my cane so snugly and doesn't slip off. However, the soft rubber (and too thin layer at the business end) wears out quickly when used every day. I think this product is a good example of planned obsolescence. I'll continue to use these tips, but I'm looking for a more durable replacement in the meantime.",
        "asin": "B000AMX0AA",
        "parent_asin": "B0C1GKP66Y"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5167,
        "review_text": "Update after 3 months: Batteries both no longer will charge and it is not the charger as another Theragun user charged their battery in our charger. After seeing our batteries die that quickly they returned entire product so they don't get stuck with paperweight like we have. Theragun support is worthless. Feels a lot like planned obsolescence to me after seeing so may users with the same issue right after batteries 90 day warranty expires.<br /><br />Original review: This device has really helped my daughter and her teammates during soccer and basketball tournaments. When they have back-to-back games over several days their body can really get beaten up. This helps them drastically in terms of feeling looser and less sore over the course of play.<br /><br />Additionally, having all the variety of attachments has been nice. The app that goes along with it is very nice as it helps each player learn exactly what they need to do and for how long.<br /><br />It comes with 2 batteries which helps with having enough juice to make it the entire day before recharging at night.",
        "asin": "B086Z5YL9Q",
        "parent_asin": "B08NFLF5WZ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5168,
        "review_text": "Philips is so CHEAP !  This company sells the 2-brush set with only one - count it, one - recharging base.  So your family member with whom you share the bathroom has to remember to remove your brush from the stand and put their brush, each day, or  some such arrangement.  How Stupid, how lazy, how cheap!  Philips writes in the manual that comes with this thing that one should not use the recharging base from an other model with this unit.  I had another, older unit.  Of course the new brush was purposely made not to fit the old recharger -- planned obsolescence.  But I got it to fit by expanding the base.  I heated it with a hot air dryer and pushed the somewhat softened plastic of the bas outward to make room for the slightly larger base of the new brush.  That, plus a bit of scraping.  Teach Philips a lesson and buy another brand!",
        "asin": "B0016BP9HG",
        "parent_asin": "B0016BP9HG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5169,
        "review_text": "Built in obsolescence?  I find it amazing that a product with a 2 year warranty breaks within months of that warranty expiring.  I paid a lot of money for this toothbrush and it would be worth it if it had lasted, but 60 plus dollars a year?  I can buy other power toothbrushes for under 20 bucks..  I could have bought SIX plus had money left for some toothpaste.  I am beyond disappointed with this purchase.  I really didn't even feel like it did that much better of a job than my regular manual toothbrush anyway.",
        "asin": "B00CUG273A",
        "parent_asin": "B00CUG273A"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5170,
        "review_text": "READ UPDATE & TIPS BELOW ORIGINAL REVIEW!<br /><br />I've gone through so much frustration with pill splitters! The traditional type you find in pharmacies last about a week. I bought a \"premium\" splitter that cost about three times what I normally pay, and it lasted about a month before becoming too dull to split my pills without creating a disaster. Steel should not become dull from cutting what is essentially hardened powder!<br /><br />These are hardcore scissors, and they cut through some very difficult pills. I've been using the same pair for many months now, and they work as well as the first day. Better, honestly, because it does take a bit of adjustment to get these down, but I have one pill I split into 8 pieces, and I can now do it with fair precision. It took some practice and experimentation, and I still ruin a cut now and then, but it was really worth getting used to these. They are probably the last pill splitters I'll ever have to buy, and that's what I wanted. It used to be that you bought something once and it worked for generations. Now, things are designed to be thrown away weekly or monthly. These are something that could get passed down through the generations. They are that well made!<br /><br />UPDATE 08/04/21: Five months and thirteen days later, and these still work like day one. I can't recommend these enough. I make 13\u201320 precision cuts, many of which would be impossible even with a brand new, conventional style pill splitter. By the time they are a week old, even the best of them are not up to the splitting a pill in half, let alone in eighths! I calculated I would have spent almost $40 on those things during the time I've had these scissors. Add to that the pills that get ruined by those stupid things, and the money, time, and frustration saved is  significant! And I still have an untouched pair that I can probably bequeath to someone in my Will! I'm not kidding. I strongly encourage people to support companies like this that make things that last. I depend on so many products that suffer from designed obsolescence. There's no reason why they should need to be replaced. They could easily be made to last for generations, but they are designed to break or fail after a certain amount of time. To make a metal blade that gets dull and bent by something as soft as medications takes planning.<br /><br />On the other side of that coin is this manufacturer and product. Every time I use these, I'm grateful to the people who designed and made them. That's a wonderful experience that's quite opposite to how I feel when I have to buy a replacement for just about every product within a short time of the warrantee expiring. It's gotten to the point that when I buy something, I look at the warrantee, divide the price by the number of months in the warrantee, and set that money aside every month so I can replace it \u2014 if it lasts that long! That's pathetic. We need to start sending all this junk back to whence it came instead of putting it in the trash and just buying more.<br /><br />TIPS:<br />One of the pills I cut is abnormally soft, one is harder than average, and another is \"normal\" but a weird shape and small to start. I cut them all into tiny pieces. The softer one gets cut into 8 pieces! It's really tricky to keep them from crumbling, but with these amazing scissors, I've learned to do it really well. The trick is to set up the cut like a diamond cutter would. I look at it from all angles to make sure the blades are centered and the pill is in the sweet spot where the blades will hit it just right (you get a feel for this and can do it very quickly), then make a quick snap. Use the scissors to crack the pill like a nut shell rather than closing the scissors all the way down as you would if cutting paper. If you close them all the way down, the pill splits first thing, and if you continue closing the scissors, it will usually crush part of the pill since it's shifted after it breaks. I hope that makes sense. I'll make a video of I can figure out how to hold my phone with my mouth. ;)<br /><br />I really encourage people to stick with these. If you don't get the knack right away, you will and it's worth it. If you only have to cut a pill in half, or even quarters for most sizes, these things are simple. But they are totally capable of much more intricate and demanding tasks when called upon to do so. Best value for the money by a long mile!",
        "asin": "B085RQLCVV",
        "parent_asin": "B09ZQGGKN4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5171,
        "review_text": "At first, I thought these were superior to the cheesy ones I've always got from the dollar store.  They seemed to be more \"substantial\"- thicker plastic, sturdier feel.  But lo and behold, after only about a week of light use, the whole thing is coming unraveled just like the cheap ones.  How tough can it be to make these so they stay together?  Oh, wait- if they did that, one scrubber would last forever and they would all go out of business.  Talk about planned obsolescence!  How much plastic is going into our oceans and landfills because of products like this that are specifically designed NOT to last???",
        "asin": "B017WK6WZM",
        "parent_asin": "B09R2KRX9M"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5172,
        "review_text": "There's no way that I'd be able to keep up with all of the pills I need to take on a daily basis after my bariatric surgery without an organizer like this.<br /><br />It's sturdy and easy to take with me out of the house to ensure that I'm taking all of the vitamins and other supplements that I need daily.<br /><br />My only complaint is that the lids aren't hinged with proper hinges.  It's crimped plastic that will eventually snap after opening the pill boxes on a daily basis.  If it had proper hinges, then it would be a far superior product to what this currently is.<br /><br />I'm taking a star off for the obvious use of planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B00609IOWQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0C5196HP1"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5173,
        "review_text": "I've used this less than 100 times over the years. Then it suddenly stopped working. Completely dead. Pushed button on back, tried re-setting, re-installed app, used new Duracell batteries, cleaned the battery contacts with rust removal. I even tried throwing it high in the air several times and letting it smash on the hardwood floor but only got an empty battery symbol - with 4 new batteries.<br /><br />Don't expect this to last forever, like a regular scale. Apparently it has an internal timer that kills the electronics after a certain number of years. So you will be forced to buy another one.<br /><br />Oh, I'll buy another one. Just not one that is programmed for obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B002JE2PSA",
        "parent_asin": "B002JE2PSA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5174,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence? Worked great at first. Really cleaned my teeth. I much prefer it to the Braun units I have used. But after 11 months it started sounding funny and not really cleaning my teeth the same way. Reading the questions here and it seems like this is a common problem related to shifting of the parts internally over time. Specifically the gap between the magnet is too small I think. I looked up the repair video on YouTube and decided it was easier to just return it under warranty. The philips warranty is 2 years. I did the warranty request and uploaded a print screen of my amazon receipt. We will see what happens.",
        "asin": "B07C79QJVV",
        "parent_asin": "B07Z196LFP"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5175,
        "review_text": "Endust works fine; if you can get it out of the can...  A bad batch, or planned obsolescence?<br /><br />Used one can, put it back on the shelf, tried to use it again 2 months later and it just dribbles.  No pressure.  Not a clogged spray head.  I am on my fourth can in 8 months.  Initial use is just fine.  A few weeks later and its useless.  Stick with non-aerosol.",
        "asin": "B005UMF3E6",
        "parent_asin": "B005UMF3E6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5176,
        "review_text": "I've owned about 7 Sonicare toothbrushes in the past 20 years from the cheapest version to the most expensive one. They all clean well, and they all clean about the same. There's very little different between the $50 one and the $200 one except for somewhat pointless quality-of-life features that don't contribute to cleaner teeth.<br /><br />While they're great for cleaning, the reason I can't give them a good rating is because they don't last long. On average, I've kept each for about 3 years before enough water leaks into them to break the battery. When I took apart my previous toothbrush, it will filled with disgusting mold inside. My current Sonicare toothbrush is about to die and it's barely over 2 years old.<br /><br />I'm not sure whether it's planned obsolescence or just shoddy construction that makes these die so quickly.",
        "asin": "B07CC2K76R",
        "parent_asin": "B09K5DHTN7"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5177,
        "review_text": "I've owned about 7 Sonicare toothbrushes in the past 20 years from the cheapest version to the most expensive one. They all clean well, and they all clean about the same. There's very little different between the $50 one and the $200 one except for somewhat pointless quality-of-life features that don't contribute to cleaner teeth.<br /><br />While they're great for cleaning, the reason I can't give them a good rating is because they don't last long. On average, I've kept each for about 3 years before enough water leaks into them to break the battery. When I took apart my previous toothbrush, it will filled with disgusting mold inside. My current Sonicare toothbrush is about to die and it's barely over 2 years old.<br /><br />I'm not sure whether it's planned obsolescence or just shoddy construction that makes these die so quickly.",
        "asin": "B08Q86YPNR",
        "parent_asin": "B08QJDX7Z7"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5178,
        "review_text": "Note: There seem to be three models of the new iO. This iO Series 7 ($199) and the more expensive iO Series 8 ($250) and iO Series 9 ($299). From what I can see, the iO7 has a black & white display instead of color and the iO9 has a polished silver plastic bottom charging plate instead of black plastic like the iO7 and iO8 (see photos). Both iO8 and iO9 also include more and/or better accessories.<br /><br />Below is a summary of the pros and cons of the iO Series 7.<br /><br />Pros<br />Much better at removing plaque<br />More sensitive brush pressure sensor<br />Helpful built-in display with more info<br />Li-Ion battery (no memory effect) vs Ni-Mh (memory effect)<br />Smaller & lighter<br />Quieter<br /><br />Cons<br />Expensive<br />Could be made even smaller<br />More plastic waste<br />Can\u2019t replace battery<br /><br />I\u2019ve been using Oral B electric toothbrushes for well over 15 years. I\u2019ve been a fan of their rotating brush heads ever since comparing it against the vibrating types from the get-go. I always thought that a rotating head should work better than just some sonic vibrations at removing plaque. I think this has been proven in studies conducted by Oral-B.<br /><br />My existing Oral-B brush is the 7000 which I\u2019ve been using for the past 2.5 years. Like the 9900 I owned prior to that, it worked great at cleaning my teeth. You can easily feel the difference between the electric brush vs a manual brush. A lot less work as well. This new iO7 brush is definitely a step-up from the previous models. It uses a completely different magnetic mechanism that seems to vibrate as well as rotate the brush head. This makes as dramatic a difference between the previous Oral-B technology like the 7000 as between the 7000 and manual toothbrushing. It\u2019s that much increase in performance.<br /><br />In fact, these new brushes are so fast that you can literally feel the heat as the brush head moves across your teeth due to the amount of friction. It\u2019s very slight but it\u2019s there. It also requires less brush head movement than the older models. The new brush heads are also larger in diameter which means it covers more of your teeth, all the way into your gums. So, if you have sensitive gums this might be an issue for you.<br /><br />The iO is smaller and lighter than the older models (see photo). It\u2019s also quieter. It makes a buzzing noise that\u2019s closer to an insect than the previous. Even the 30 second and 2-minute notifications are gentler than the old. I have a feeling that they could have made the brush even smaller/shorter because when I tap the plastic body it sounds hollow with lots of empty space.<br /><br />Previous brush pressure sensors are not very effective. They only show if you\u2019ve pressed too hard. This new version will also show you if you are using enough pressure which is more helpful. It also seems very sensitive to the amount of force you\u2019re using. I\u2019ve always been a bit afraid of putting too much as I don\u2019t want my enamel to be worn down over time, so I\u2019ve had a habit of using too little force as this new brush has indicated to me.<br /><br />The small charger is bigger and heavier than the previous models. It uses magnets to attract and hold the brush handle. This brings up another improvement that I like very much. The bottom of these brush handle contains no rubber. The previous models had rubber feet below that tended to mildew as you\u2019re constantly setting a wet handle on top of the charger. I now have no qualms about charging it right after cleaning.<br /><br />That brings up the charging. It\u2019s much improved over the older models. One of the things I disliked with previous models was that it used the cheaper Ni-Mh batteries. I\u2019m happy to report that the iOs use Li-ion like every other decent portable electronic. It took them long enough. The new battery makes it lighter and faster charging. It takes only 3 hours now to fully charge it from empty, unlike the older ones which can take over 12 hours. The iO7 lasts almost two weeks when fully charged.<br /><br />What I miss from these new iOs is an external wireless display that you can attach to your mirror-like the older models. I really liked the display because it shows the current time which is helpful when you\u2019re getting ready for the day or bed. I also don\u2019t like to have to rely on a phone app while I\u2019m brushing. Water, wet hands, spit and toothpaste are not a great mix to your phone. While the app is great in allowing you to track your brushing progress as it monitors how much time you\u2019re spending in each of the quadrants, Oral-B should have built a separate display like the old ones but better. Perhaps one that allows you to upload new software so that you can update it for your next brush rather than having to always get a new one? They should be able to design and build a nice display that allows you to avoid obsolescence by continuing to upload new software and pairing it with whatever brush you own. They could even sell this display as a separate accessory for those who don\u2019t want to use their phones.<br /><br />This Oral-B looks to be of an entire redesign from the ground up with new technology. However, I can\u2019t help but think that they missed the boat somewhat. What I mean is that in the age of climate change and plastics in the oceans, Procter & Gamble should have incorporated best practices in this redesign. The new brush heads, for example, are much larger and contain much more plastics and non-recyclable parts. They could have made just the actual tip of the brush head replaceable. But then they wouldn\u2019t be able to charge you $29 for each brush head! The same thing could be said about their lack of a battery replacement strategy. Instead of making the entire brush a throwaway after the battery fades, they should have instituted a way for you to either send it in for a replacement or better yet, allow you to purchase a new battery replacement. They could have used authentication chips to make sure that you could only use their batteries if they\u2019re afraid of us using 3rd party batteries. This idea of throwing away a perfectly functional device as soon as the battery dies is abhorrent to me. I understand that the profit motive dictates that they operate this way but even Apple allows you to replace your batteries for a fee.<br /><br />Ultimately, the new iO electric brushes are a fantastic improvement to the previous versions. They work much better at removing plaque and have incorporated lots of new technology such as motion sensors that wake the display when you pick up the brush. These sensors are also used in AI to determine which zones and whether or not you\u2019ve covered enough of each zone There have been so many improvements to previous designs that those of you who still own the older brushes should think seriously about upgrading if the price is not a barrier. I think the least expensive iO7 is probably good enough as a color display is not a big deal on a toothbrush and not worth paying up for in my opinion. I just wished that Procter & Gamble gave more consideration of the environment rather than just profits with the redesign.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5179,
        "review_text": "The callous remover is in the dead center of the tub, which is not where callouses usually form. Because of the hood, that also makes it impossible to angle it in any way which makes it useful.<br /><br />The hot water comes out in a tiny stream from the back of the machine and doesn't really cycle well so it goes from lukewarm to painfully hot out of nowhere.<br /><br />And, of course, the most important part: We barely used this thing and it broke on about the 12th use or so. Of course, that's a month after the 1-year return policy, which absolutely reaks of planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B088D3Y411",
        "parent_asin": "B09FY1313W"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5180,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence at its best. I'm going to have to talk to o cedar because they have designed these things to actually fall apart after about 20 washes. Keeping you ordering more!!",
        "asin": "B016UYJFK0",
        "parent_asin": "B016UYJFK0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5181,
        "review_text": "The Panasonic EW-DL80-S is a nice addition to the electric toothbrush market.  My hygienist turns white with shock if she finds out you aren't using a sonic toothbrush.  While I have one of the big name brands in the cupboard, I found this one to be pretty handy for travel.  It takes up no more room than a standard manual toothbrush and holds a charge for weeks.  I have had this one for more than 3 months and have only charged it twice.  The big name brand people could take a lesson.  Their planned obsolescence makes owning one almost not affordable.  As far as cleaning power goes, my hygienist is happy enough, gums are in good shape and teeth are white and shiny just like always!  The best part of all is the price point, definitely affordable.  Highly recommended.",
        "asin": "B00AO0BHNU",
        "parent_asin": "B00AO0BHNU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5182,
        "review_text": "Have used these for years - - they keep making the mesh surround less and less durable<br />Seems they used to last for about 6 weeks - - now they seem to start falling apart at about 2-3 weeks.<br />Indispensable for what they do, but planned obsolescence just ticks me off",
        "asin": "B001E6KF5Y",
        "parent_asin": "B09KK5BMG9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5183,
        "review_text": "These last about 6 months or so before one of the metal supporting arms inside the housing get a tiny hairline crack, causing these to be useless.  Has happened with both units I have had, and after around the same time period.  Going forward, I spend the few extra dollars more to get the Phillips brand, which are better quality and do not have this problem.  Almost feels like planned obsolescence with these. ;)",
        "asin": "B00NN07NT0",
        "parent_asin": "B098BMZ71F"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5184,
        "review_text": "These gloves are the definition of planned obsolescence.  They develop pin holes is two weeks' of use and are a waste of money. Avoid at all costs.",
        "asin": "B00O6MW0WE",
        "parent_asin": "B0BLPBDSZ1"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5185,
        "review_text": "It's so hard to find the correct replacement for these.  This one just didn't fit.  Don't know if this is planned obsolescence or just too may varieties to stock.",
        "asin": "B00LOPQPPE",
        "parent_asin": "B00LOPQPPE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5186,
        "review_text": "We bought this scale and within a few years, it no longer works.  The scale has rubber feet on the bottom that house a small metal disc and I assume this is how the scale measures your weight.  One of those thin rubbber feet broke open and the metal disc popped out and I put it back in and despite it fitting just fine, the scale no longer works properly and isn't accurate.<br /><br />I contacted their support via email and explained my situation and they told me that my unit only carries a two-year warranty and that I should buy another one. I don't do business with companies that participate in planned obsolescence so that won't be happening.  We will go back to our manual scale that works just fine even though it's 15 years old.<br /><br />I wouldn't recommend this scale if you are expecting it to last more than a couple of years.",
        "asin": "B004L6NTHU",
        "parent_asin": "B08C8M2DXD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5187,
        "review_text": "Purchased June 12, 2017. Now 13 months later the battery will not recharge - \"Planned Obsolescence\"! Not a happy camper. Expected better quality.",
        "asin": "B00QZ67ODE",
        "parent_asin": "B00QZ67ODE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5188,
        "review_text": "My brush wand battery gave up the ghost after many years. The style had changed and my brush heads didn\u2019t work on the new. (Planned obsolescence pisses me off.)<br />I\u2019m happy I found this to use up my pack of brush heads I still have left for the model.<br />It doesn\u2019t have the quad brushing alert feature that I really liked.<br />I was happy to find this here since Phillips, the manufacturer, carries the E series no longer.<br />I guess they sold them all to Amazon.",
        "asin": "B00QZ67ODE",
        "parent_asin": "B00QZ67ODE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5189,
        "review_text": "This had very low use in a 1-person household.  The part to which the brush attaches became loose, and apparently there is no way to fix it.  Warranty just expired.  Planned obsolescence--the crucial attachment is cheaply made. Can just see Philips management saying people  will love this toothbrush and replace it every 2-3 years.  Perpetual sales.  My last Braun was great for over 10 years.<br /><br />Others here have had the same experience.  No wonder our landfills are overflowing.  Now I am trying to figure out how to remove the toxic lithium ion battery to safely dispose of it as well as the broken handle.  Fellow consumers, we must demand environmental consciousness from these greedy and thoughtless corporations!",
        "asin": "B00LPBI2C6",
        "parent_asin": "B00LPBI2C6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5190,
        "review_text": "worked well, but 11 days after the warranty expired (the warranty is 1 year) the item broke.<br />that's pretty precise targeting for planned obsolescence",
        "asin": "B074P66WYB",
        "parent_asin": "B074P66WYB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5191,
        "review_text": "When my wife mentioned that Libman\u2019s were her favorite broom, I thought \"Great.\"  Makes it easy on me to get her what she wants.  She liked the angle, the weight and the bristles.  But then it broke...  And the next one broke...  And the next one...<br /><br />In one photo, you'll see part of my \"collection\" of broken brooms.  There are seven of us in this house and I can understand a few broken brooms here and there, but it's not like we use them for Harry Potter's Quidditch!<br /><br />I like to keep a broom where needed, in the kitchen, front porch, garage and basement, but we are down to two brooms after going through close to a dozen of these junk brooms!  I am so disgusted at the thought of having to buy another broom.<br /><br />It's incredible, since a broom should be a simple tool with not a lot of moving parts, but here is where this company's brooms fail over and over and over again:<br /><br />The hollow handle crinkles and then you have a sheet metal crimp in the rod, usually right where you move your hands around on the handle.  And trust me, it does not take much to crinkle these cheap handles.  Not only is it literally irritating your hands as it reminds you with every sweep of how incompetent some companies can be, but you are on pins and needles trying to baby this simple tool to keep the cheap rod from breaking for good.<br /><br />Literally, within a week of my posting this review initially, I was using one of our two remaining Libman brooms.  It had a very minor little wrinkle in it and it snapped in my hand.  See the above photos.  So here I was already disgusted with these brooms and the egg hits my face again!  Ever try to sweep a floor with a two foot long broom without the leverage of the rest of the handle?<br /><br />And then if it does last a little longer, the thin metal handle (Did I say HOLLOW already?) is connected to the broom with a cheap threaded piece of plastic that is pressed into the handle and crimped.  The breakable plastic is a good size narrower/reduced down on the end that screws into the broom.  Conveniently manufactured to snap right at the joint!  So you are left with a broken piece of plastic up in the handle in one hand and a broken plug stuck in the broom head in the other hand, a half of a floor left to sweep and a 1/2 of a pile to clean up....<br /><br />Then it gets even better!  Libtard designed the threads on their broom to be....  Drum roll please.  You won't believe this!  NON-STANDARD!  Yes, that's right, folks!  A Corporate Decision that would shock even Dilbert.  Picture this: You spend your hard earned money to buy a broom that you expect to use for a while.  But \"for some reason\", the broom breaks in a few months or even weeks.  Being a reasonable person, you think \"Okay, things happen.\"  (Occasionally, sure, but not for EVERY broom! you realize too much later.)  So you go down to the hardware store and buy a nice new STURDY handle, take it home and...  Horror of Horrors, how it could it be possible?!  The standard handle threads that seem to fit almost every other simple tool with a handle (Paint rollers, other brooms from ethical broom companies, squeegees, mops, you name it) doesn't fit a Libtard broom!  This company with years of experience and broom design patents conveniently \"engineered\" their brooms so that when you have a perfectly good broom head and a broken handle, you can't use it any more!  How is that for planned obsolescence?  Or is it obsolescent morality?<br /><br />Have you ever seen those witch shadow mockups sticking up on someone's telephone pole where they slammed into the pole?  Look really closely...  I bet you'll find a Libman logo.  Good witches shouldn't let friends fly or buy Libman brooms!<br /><br />Take it from us after too many years of being disappointed with broom after broom:<br /><br />Don't do it!  Don't trust Libman!  You'll be Sorry!<br /><br />PS: Before anyone uses \"Guilt By Association\", no, my wife is not the aforementioned witch.",
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        "parent_asin": "B001AKT7V2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5192,
        "review_text": "While I like the use of foam, which makes the sponge firmer and easier to hold, the abrasive surface pales in comparison to the older model. In the older model, which was sewn all around with a terrycloth texture on one side, the abrasive side never wore down even after months of use. This new version wears down after a few weeks. I expected better from 3M. This seems like it's redesigned for a faster planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B00DSM4PP8",
        "parent_asin": "B00DSM4PP8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5193,
        "review_text": "I can't give a 5 star review since this is the 3rd one we've had and all fail after about a year and a half.  While they work, they're the best toothbrush out there, but Philips seems to have the market cornered on planned obsolescence...",
        "asin": "B06XT19TYD",
        "parent_asin": "B09K5C9K3N"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5194,
        "review_text": "This is a very functional device when working. Would like a replacement but they are no longer making them. An item with built-in functional obsolescence.<br />Can a refund be ordered. I have asked for one but to no avail.<br /><br />Purchased a different one for $ 200+. we'll see how long this one last. I hope more than 3 months beyond 1 year warranty. They stop making them. I wonder if it was due to just being a poor product. I shoud be compensated",
        "asin": "B08KH9XXQ8",
        "parent_asin": "B08KH9XXQ8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5195,
        "review_text": "After being in an accident several years ago, I could no longer put my socks on.  I experimented with three different \"sock-putter-onners\" and selected the \"Sock Horse\" and I love it.  However, this is my third one and for this reason - the transition from the handle to the sock holder, even though it is reinforced, eventually gives out.<br /><br />Now, the price on the \"Horse\" is really decent, and I do get 2-3 years out of one, so a little \"planned obsolescence\" is not that big of a deal.<br /><br />If you travel a lot, you may find it hard to pack.  However, with a little creativity and nesting you CAN do it  (or have your wife put your socks on for you!).",
        "asin": "B00LPEWALC",
        "parent_asin": "B00LPEWALC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5196,
        "review_text": "All the previous Waterpiks I have owned - the hose/tubing between pump and wand becomes brittle and breaks after a couple of years. I've got  exactly 3 of years to go ... then, as  expected now I need to throw it out - just like every previous Waterpik. The tube/piping IS NOT replaceable or repairable and I will have to throw the all machine! If anyone wonders why, it is a business scam called \"Planned Obsolescence\", which refers to the practice of intentionally designing goods to fail and break after a set time period of \u201cacceptable life\u201d once purchased. No business ethics, just milking customers for profits selling them cheap junk made in China at high profits for the company!<br />Do we have a choice? NO! We either buy their junk or there is nothing better offered in our market. What a rip-off!",
        "asin": "B00HFQQ0U6",
        "parent_asin": "B00HFQQ0U6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5197,
        "review_text": "These are great while they work.<br /><br />Why the one star review? These last just over a year, and nothing more. After our first pair broke in about 10 months, Philips replaced them... They both broke again about another year later (14 months). Philips won't do another replacement.<br /><br />I can say after having FOUR of these between my husband and I breaking in a 2-year time-span that these are not designed to actually last.<br /><br />For $150 I think you should avoid these. I despise items designed with forced obsolescence.<br /><br />Please, if you find this review helpful, mark it as so. I always struggle to find reviews on object longetivity, so I try to make a point to update or write reviews years after I have had a product.",
        "asin": "B07635CRS3",
        "parent_asin": "B07635CRS3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5198,
        "review_text": "Worked great for two years. Then managed obsolescence kicked in.",
        "asin": "B00FNZP3RC",
        "parent_asin": "B00FNZP3RC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5199,
        "review_text": "This product is very good. It allows me to clean the hard-to-reach places inside and also on the outside of my toilet. The only thing that keeps me from giving it 5 stars is that a few years ago, they changed the replaceable heads to the much flimsier version available today. The old heads used to last a good long while, and you could spray some Clorox cleaner (or another brand!) into your toilet and use the same head over and over again. Now they disintegrate after two uses or so. Planned obsolescence, but it's still worth it.",
        "asin": "B0010B5EQS",
        "parent_asin": "B0BXM79DYF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5200,
        "review_text": "Have purchased several of these \"basic\" herb packs for a family member, who loves them. They work well to eliminate pain and ease tension headaches BUT the emphasis on the product should be \"basic\" -- they don't last long at all. The bag stitching is sub-par, at best, and with any kind of regular use the product literally falls apart. The grain falls out and renders the item useless. Product would be great with a simple improvement, but that might make it 50c more expensive, so someone in marketing or the supply chain seems to have traded functionality for planned obsolescence. Too bad for customers.",
        "asin": "B00LJCU2FG",
        "parent_asin": "B09PRBL5BS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5201,
        "review_text": "Having read the description, will a 12-hr.(overnight) charge last a week? I'm a person who bought the original Sonicare and was happy with it - needed to be charged once a week, if that. I bought the Essence mainly because of its larger brush head. It's less than two years old (did not send in the guarantee being told in CA it's not binding) and it needs to be charged at the end of the day after charging up all night. If I had the charger for the previous model, I would throw this one out. Before spending money on a new model, I called the Sonicare number, which was picked up by Sahim, whom I could not hear. He then spoke louder. It's my experience \"Can you hear me better now?\" volume will not be maintained throughout the call and I'll be frustrated a minute later, so I said I'd try back, scrolled down at their site to the number at the bottom and spoke to a rep, who told me my experience was the norm with that model - at the same time apologizing! I was told it should be kept in the charger at all times. This is how Detroit screwed up with \"planned obsolescence\" and made it easy for their competitors. Not all of us have a bathroom with more than two outlets. If it's not good enough that something charges all night long while I'm not using an outlet and cords are not snared by what's plugged in (and taking up space on a pedestal sink so I barely have access to the faucet) I'll start looking around. I agree with those who say quality control went downhill - engineers are prodded by marketers to screw up a good thing - someone tell these people they're going backward.",
        "asin": "B004M1BO3U",
        "parent_asin": "B00PLHN2UW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5202,
        "review_text": "Planned Obsolescence. Can\u2019t trust Swiffer anymore.",
        "asin": "B000HHPHK4",
        "parent_asin": "B000HHPHK4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5203,
        "review_text": "It won't hold charge after only 1 year of use. When they talk about planned obsolescence, they are talking about Philip's Sonicare.",
        "asin": "B00WB3O0PK",
        "parent_asin": "B07CSPLS88"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5204,
        "review_text": "This is a fantastic source of inexpensive reading glasses. Their principal advantage is that have a solid plastic nose bridge. Many reading glasses have the metal prong and plastic pad nose bridge, and we all know that you very quickly lose one or both of the plastic pads. They\u2019re hard to put back on. And so you end up throwing the glasses away. I believe that this is the \u201cplanned obsolescence\u201d strategy of the reading glasses industry. I have only two minor complaints about these Lily Garden glasses. 1) They are a little too fragiel where the sidebar meets the body of the structure that holds the lenses. The plastic is prone to crack and fracture. They are still pretty durable, but this feature could be improved. 2) The glasses are not particularly attractive. I think there is a tradeoff between style and durability, and I prefer durability, but others may differ. On balance, still a very good buy. I plan to get 6 more soon, but at the next higher strength level......",
        "asin": "B00FTUMHAC",
        "parent_asin": "B00FTUMHAC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5205,
        "review_text": "It lasted a couple of years. It was strong, worked acceptably, until the plastic parts snapped. If it had been all-metal, it would not have every broken. Built-in obsolescence. Shameful. Also, not really long enough. I could not get pot lids out from behind the stove without moving the stove out from the wall. None of these seem to work all that well, and the hand pressure required is not easy. The magnet tip is useful.",
        "asin": "B0009STNME",
        "parent_asin": "B0002Q0XA4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5206,
        "review_text": "What's great about this toothbrush is all of the different brushing styles you can use to clean your teeth. I find myself switching between normal and whitening brushing for those days needs a little whitening.<br /><br />The only con I have with this electric toothbrush is the battery. In the beginning, it was good for about 2.5 brushes before it needed charging. that doesn't make it very travel friendly. Fast forward 3-4 years later and it can no longer can hold a charge for more than a single brush session. That's 2-3 minutes of use.<br /><br />My old oral B held up better than that before it died. Not sure if Oral sped up their Plan Obsolescence on products but considering the money I spent, I am not pleased I will have to buy a new one in a year or two when my last one lasted me almost a decade.",
        "asin": "B003UKKHB4",
        "parent_asin": "B003UKKHB4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5207,
        "review_text": "The Bandit would get 5 stars from me accept...I had injured a tendon in my elbow while weight lifting and had been living with the injury for about 3 months when a trainer at my gym recommended the Bandit.  I ordered one and started wearing it and within a few days I felt some relief, I continued to wear the Bandit for the next three months when I was doing I curl I popped the plastic part that holds the band.  I bought a second Bandit and after a few months the same thing happened.  I am now on my third which I only use to make sure the tendon problem does not return.  After 6 months of using the Bandit my tendon healed and feels great!  So the product works I just believe they have a little planned obsolescence built into the product.",
        "asin": "B000FML7SW",
        "parent_asin": "B07NXMD849"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5208,
        "review_text": "I've had several Sleep easy white noise machines over the last 10 years. They do seem to fail for no obvious reasons after a couple years. This one lasted about three years. It just up and died right at bedtime the other night. I'm trying a Marpac a friend loaned me; Marpac does get better reviews for longevity. But this Sleepeasy did a good job for the length of its 3-year  life.<br />There's no obvious way to do any maintenance on these little machines, but I think they'd last longer if the mfr saw fit to do some R&D targeting longer use life by making it easy to clean a filter, which it must have inside, since air moves in the housing, and we all know how dust accumulates and clogs filters and motorworks. Planned obsolescence in mfg itself adds heapingly to our landfills and increases pollution both pre- and post- consumer use.",
        "asin": "B00GFSF402",
        "parent_asin": "B07GY1GKRX"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5209,
        "review_text": "A horrible waste. The toothbrush started buzzing really loudly after about 10 months, then buzzing even louder and wobbling. I've learned there's no easy way to repair these (or even replace the battery!). I did a ton of internet research and went at it with my micro-screwdrivers. I discovered at least two parts had broken. A metal piece that holds the head had just totally snapped, which I think created the initial buzz, but there's another piece I can't access (without cutting and resoldering wires), so I've given up. You can buy replacements for the first piece for $10 on eBay, but I don't know what to do about the second.<br /><br />This is exactly the sort of device that makes me hate modern capitalism. It's exhibit A in planned obsolescence. I don't show up here as a verified purchase because the toothbrush was a gift from my mom. I won't be getting a replacement!",
        "asin": "B07C79J42M",
        "parent_asin": "B07Z196LFP"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5210,
        "review_text": "Sadly, it stopped working after two years. I was good while it lasted. I've owned about 5 of these toothbrushes over the past 25 years, but each new model breaks a little sooner than the last. The engineers at Philips are not doing very well with quality control. Or, perhaps, this is all planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B07C79J42M",
        "parent_asin": "B07Z196LFP"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5211,
        "review_text": "This cane cannot be repaired by the owner if the elastic cord breaks. This is called \"planned obsolescence\", a marketing technique, that causes a person to have to buy a new one or send it back to the factory. If you are dependent on it while traveling, you're screwed. ---  It also feels \"flimsy\" and wobbly in use, the hand grip is not large enough around for a large  hand, and in my unit the base does not pivot. --- This \"fold up\" cane does not inspire confidence while in use.",
        "asin": "B00E9ZFBII",
        "parent_asin": "B09YJFJ618"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5212,
        "review_text": "After two years of regular use, one of the electrode pins that connects the handle to the brush head corroded and broke off making the toothbrush unusable. This seems to be a fault in the design of the toothbrush, where water can get into the space between the brush head and handle, and allow an ion exchange between the two electrode pins which eventually corrodes one to the point of failure. This means the product will eventually fail and cannot be thought of as an investment in the health of your teeth. I am very disappointed at the lack of foresight and/or planned obsolescence in this product. This could have been avoided with the addition of a simple o-ring in the brush head design.<br /><br />Products such as the sonicare toothbrush do not have an electrical connection to the brush head, but a mechanical linkage, which avoids this problem entirely.",
        "asin": "B0081K7CCA",
        "parent_asin": "B0081K7CCA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5213,
        "review_text": "Nice potassium supplement.  Great for keeping a good mineral balance.<br /><br />I used to work as a product designer, developer and sourcing agent, as well as a buyer for big box retail, so I can be pretty rough on quality issues.  My pet peeves include bad descriptions or instructions, plastic on metal construction (doomed to fail), planned obsolescence, and Sellers selling items they know don\u2019t work.  I mean, how many people have to tell you it doesn\u2019t work until you see that and change the manufacturing process?<br /><br />I review products on hand selection by small, foreign or startup companies who launch new or innovative products often ask consumers to test drive their products to obtain feedback and for market exposure.<br /><br />They know that even focus group information can be gamed by a savvy marketing group to say what the seller wants to hear, or to rephrase negative opinions of a product that the consumer might want the maker or seller to know.  And then, value for money is something that sellers don\u2019t have a good handle on, especially foreign ones who don\u2019t know what the market will bear, and often, setting a fair market value for a product is hard to do with a new product, since more than cost of goods factor in.  Often, sellers will make a product that is too expensive due to excellent formulations or high quality materials or make that the consumer just won\u2019t bear \u2013 or perhaps they will.  The fact is, no one really knows until the product goes to market at a certain cost and then the consumers will ultimately decide whether the product is a good value for money.<br /><br />I feel that I provide help to other consumers by offering my opinion on certain products so that they can make an informed choice, before they purchase a product with their hard-earned money.  Because of my background, I can often spot things others might not be looking for and also see problems that might not be immediately apparent until after you\u2019ve owned the product a while.  There are plenty of poor quality products out there, as well as really good ones that no one knows about as of yet.  I\u2019m hoping you find this explanation of why you should believe my reviews, rather than just assuming I\u2019ll write anything for a discounted product to be helpful and understand my approach to reviewing products.<br /><br />I guess my motivation in offering to review products is to bridge the gap between the sellers and the customers by critically evaluating products on Amazon. Since so many Asian or new vendors sell directly using Amazon\u2019s warehousing programs, the pass-through of my old job as a product developer and buyer is absent on Amazon, and customers, like me, are left without a resource to the pass-through of a critical and experienced eye.  And I buy practically everything in my household on Amazon.<br /><br />Yes, some of the reviews on Amazon will be from reviewers who game the system by getting discounts for writing reviews.  I can assure you that my reviews are different because I actually do care about the quality of the items I receive.<br /><br />I don\u2019t need a house full of junk for pennies on the dollar and I can afford to buy anything that I would want.  And I would never write reviews for money.  That\u2019s just unconscionable.  You should know that some people actually do that and that that is against Amazon\u2019s policies.  However, a discount (not always a large one) for customer evaluation, is legitimate, and it\u2019s up to you to read the review and to see whether the one or two lines of \u201cit\u2019s great\u201d or \u201cworks\u201d, is enough to convince you to purchase.<br /><br />Personally, I never listen to the one or two line reviews with hardly any specifics as to why a product works as it should, how it performed or problems with the product if they have the discount disclaimer because I know that some people of limited means are trying to just get discounted items without any understanding that you would not appreciate that product when you paid many multipliers of what they paid.<br /><br />So, I\u2019m adding this lengthy disclosure to my review:<br />I purchased this item with my own money or on my own account at a discount for the purposes of evaluating the item. I received no compensation for this review and I am not required to give this item a positive review. I am also not associated with the manufacturer in any way.  I am brutally honest in my reviews because I buy a lot of products on Amazon myself and I don\u2019t want to order something that doesn\u2019t live up to the hype. If you look at my other reviews, you\u2019ll see that if I am not happy with a product, I won't hesitate to tell it as it is. I\u2019ve left quite a few 1 or 2 star reviews for products that were of poor or questionable quality, regardless of any discount I may have received.<br /><br />Believe me, my time evaluating products / writing these reviews and my reputation is worth more than a few shekels and I never buy stuff I wouldn\u2019t normally use.  I like to think that I help people make good buying decisions and that I offer my real opinions for the products I review.<br /><br />[...]  I don\u2019t get anything but satisfaction of knowing that I\u2019ve helped from your helpful votes.",
        "asin": "B00ENSA93S",
        "parent_asin": "B07BQMLPFB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5214,
        "review_text": "Purchased 8/9/2021, ceased to work 12/2022.  Nothing wrong with the charger, outlet. The head's been changed regularly. It is next to my wife's identical unit that still works. Disappointed in this; I've been a Sonicare user since Paul Harvey used to advertise it in the '90s. Planned obsolescence?",
        "asin": "B083FWP5FK",
        "parent_asin": "B083FWP5FK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5215,
        "review_text": "These glasses are very good for their intended purpose...Computer and other work where blue light blocking & relieving eye strain is important.  They are quite comfortable for different size faces.  The problem is that the hinge-points at the temple are VERY poor quality.  Although they are advertised as having 'spring hinges', despite careful use and gentle handling, the hinges on these glasses fail withing a matter of months (6 to 10 mo.) with regular use.  We like these glasses in most respects, but the 'designed obsolescence' is a BIG disappointment.",
        "asin": "B07Y84V3CV",
        "parent_asin": "B07PSLBT24"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5216,
        "review_text": "Gets the job done but it's not pleasant to use. For some reason Philips has switched to a super slippery matte finish on all of their handles. Add in the unpleasant handle vibration and it's fallen out of my hands several times, making a mess all over the place. Philips, why did you have to change a good thing? Your HX6920 was perfect, had a rubber non-slip grip and a gloss finish, making it easy to hold on to. Skip this one, I'm sending it back. I ordered a HX6920 handle on eBay instead for $40, works just like my old one. Although - the older glossy/rubber handles have a water leakage problem so I will preemptively take it apart and seal with silicone or something. Stupid to have to put so much effort into a product like a toothbrush but that's where we are these days with planned obsolescence - look it up. Rant over",
        "asin": "B078GVDB19",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZM5H383"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5217,
        "review_text": "Frames blow apart....lenses pop out of broken frames....built in obsolescence.....one \"New\" pair in my drawer cracked apart from just sitting in there unused.  Do not buy these...garbage !",
        "asin": "B07DZ9HJ5K",
        "parent_asin": "B07DZCHP55"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5218,
        "review_text": "These cushions make it a little less painful to walk on feet that no longer have the padding they once had, so they help make shoes that also have little padding a bit more bearable. Unfortunately, the bottom layer of these two-layered insoles pretty soon flattens out and loses it cushioning, so they need to be replaced more often than I'd choose. I don't know if the R&D people at Dr. Scholl's reached a dead end trying to find material that holds up longer or if this is planned obsolescence, but I bet they'd do a lot better if their feet hurt.",
        "asin": "B00KHWTH3M",
        "parent_asin": "B0BLCM6KM5"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5219,
        "review_text": "I've tried at least 5 different knee braces and this one works by far the best. BUT it don't last! Within 9 months the straps began to loosen. The velcro just don't hold. Planned obsolescence? I'm very disappointed, but because this product works so well on my knee, I have no alternative but to buy another, and add to the seller's profit!",
        "asin": "B00Z1KR35O",
        "parent_asin": "B00Z1KR35O"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5220,
        "review_text": "Good concept, poor quality of the connecting rod that joins both lenses above the nose.  My sister got me the first pair as a gift, with the case that allows you to fold the pair in half.  Broke in 2 months, with careful use, except for bending them for storage.  The storage case should NEVER have been offered.  Ordered 2nd pair, with case where you can store them flat, so as not to stress them.  Lasted about 10 months of occasional wear, then broke in the same basic spot ... the connecting rod between each lens.  Planned obsolescence???  ALSO the plastic lens scratches too easily.",
        "asin": "B00O1206O8",
        "parent_asin": "B0BK3Z4J1G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5221,
        "review_text": "I bought this bucket and mop system because I can no longer manage the old rag mop and bucket. As other reviewers have noted, once you get the hang of it, you can wet and wring the mop quickly and easily enough, but it does take a little patience figuring it out.<br /><br />The mop is made of microfiber material and there simply isn't enough of it to get a really good grip on surfaces you are trying to clean. The material doesn't catch the dirt very well, like the old cotton rag mops do. Plus, the mop head spins while you're using it, so you can't put pressure and work it into corners or tight spots.<br /><br />I especially wanted this system for cleaning my baseboards and chair and picture moldings as I cannot bend and reach as well as I used to. Because of the spinning action of the mop head, it's good for a light dusting, but again, doesn't work well at all for getting in corners or along edges where dirt likes to settle. I still have to get on my hands and knees to finish the floor boards and on a ladder to do a thorough cleaning of the picture moldings.<br /><br />The scrub brush is worthless. The bristles are too few and too weak to get up a stuck raisin or piece of dough that got squished onto the tiles while baking with the grandkids.<br /><br />The handle stores nicely on top of the bucket--no clanging all the way to the floor, and easy to reach even with my back issues. The unit comes with an extra set of wheels, which will probably come in handy as the wheels are rather flimsy. The drainage hole and plug are especially nice for anyone who can no longer lift a heavy bucket with ease. The handle side also has a little dip, which makes it easier to lift to the sink and fill with water.<br /><br />One reason I chose this unit was because of its stainless steel bucket. All other parts are plastic and don't look like they won't last too long. Planned obsolescence seems to have been built into each piece of this equipment. I won't return it, though. I will use it as long as it lasts, but I will not buy a system like this again, unless I can find one that is better made.",
        "asin": "B010RLZFMY",
        "parent_asin": "B010RLZFMY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5222,
        "review_text": "Holy cow these are great!  I had a few of these in college and they did the trick so well I remember enjoying their use.  Having lost my beloved plastic scrubbies during the many moves since that time, I looked and looked but could not procure replacements.  I finally found them again!<br /><br />These things last forever, truly an oversight in the age of planned obsolescence.  Doesn't scratch the nonstick coating off my cookware, but it does scratch off the food!  If the inner sponge becomes too soft for one's taste, just cut the side open and put a more rigid sponge inside.  I, for one, don't mind an aged scrubby becoming a bit floppy, but if it bothers you then the afore mentioned strategy makes for an easy fix.",
        "asin": "B001DE4HSI",
        "parent_asin": "B0C43GYTKH"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5223,
        "review_text": "We used this item for about 2 months and it worked well but after a break of a month, following another surgery, the circulating pump will not work.  It is well past the time to return the item and it is a third party seller (in China) so good luck with that.  Do not waste your money on this item...built in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B08FM8K3PW",
        "parent_asin": "B08FM8K3PW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5224,
        "review_text": "I bought these, by a doctors suggestion for postpartum carpal tunnel syndrome in both wrists. The pain and numbness of carpal tunnel syndrome was waking me up at night. These worked and ELIMINATED all of those symptoms. (no joke!) I was shocked something so simple could work so well. So as a product they do work, and I would highly recommend them for that reason.<br /><br />The one drawback I have found is I have used them every night for three months and the velcro has already worn out and the splints now loosen up at night. They used the softer velcro on these which doesn't poke or hurt, it almost feel like a fabric, however it is not as strong, over time it wears out. Now if the end of the velcro tab comes into contact with anything it comes completely undone. I tend to move a lot in my sleep, maybe someone who moves less wouldn't have the same issue.<br /><br />I will probably buy another pair because they are comfortable, and do work, however I find it disappointing that they used such weak velcro for something that you wear overnight. I don't know if it  was planned obsolescence, so that you buy another one or if it was faulty material.<br /><br />To wrap it up, the product worked but the velcro could be stronger.",
        "asin": "B0019D6C86",
        "parent_asin": "B0019D6C86"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5225,
        "review_text": "This was my initial Beanpod candle purchase.  The mixed reviews caused me concern, but the positive ones swayed my decision to purchase this expensive candle.<br /><br />I ordered the Honeysuckle scented candle.  When it arrived I was immediately concerned as there was no fragrance surrounding it even though it was 75 degrees Fahrenheit.<br /><br />The scent of this candle is a cross between dog urine and cat urine - not ANYWHERE NEAR the sweet nectar scent of honeysuckle!<br /><br />Planned 'obsolescence' is built into these candles as the wax remains circumferentially 1/2-inch on the glass.  It does not melt.  I will not order any Beanpod items again.  I am VERY disappointed in this purchase.  I agree with another reviewer, the Beanpod candles smell gross.  The candles are pricey and the scent is horrid.  I too burned the candle for hours thinking that the wax on the sides would melt and that maybe as it went deeper into the candle that the scent would improve, but it did not improve.",
        "asin": "B002CNKYXQ",
        "parent_asin": "B002CNKYXQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5226,
        "review_text": "I just broke my third pair.<br />Lens pop out for no reason.<br />I am done with these glasses.....<br />This is planned obsolescence. China style.<br />You have been warned. My desk looks like a graveyard for these glasses.<br />They are made weak so you break them and buy more<br />Not me NOT any more",
        "asin": "B07ZG3P352",
        "parent_asin": "B0BTZ437MP"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5227,
        "review_text": "The toothbrush worked great while it charged, but I have had to charge it more and more frequently amd now it can't hold a charge. This brand has fallen into the planned obsolescence/never buy again category for me. What a waste of precious resources.",
        "asin": "B078D75HMM",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZM5H383"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5228,
        "review_text": "My Sonicare Sonic toothbrush was not purchased on Amazon, rather from my dentist's office.<br /><br />I loved it until it just died and the customer service rep told me they will not replace it.<br />The unit is only 4 years old, and has been treated carefully.<br />Most likely planned obsolescence in my opinion. My partner has one of the old e-series that he has had for years and his still works. I just think a toothbrush that costs as much as this one should last more than 4 years.<br /><br />Buyer Beware.",
        "asin": "B00FS2N3FE",
        "parent_asin": "B00FS2N3FE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5229,
        "review_text": "Don't waste your money.  As others have stated, these have engineered obsolescence.  Mine worked fine for roughly 16 months.  Then it started eating batteries at a rate of 4 per month.<br /><br />The only tech support I was offered was &#34;move it close to the wifi router, don't use it on carpet.........buy a new one&#34;.  It's not located on carpet and is within 30ft of the router.  I found it shocking that the second tech support response I received was a sales pitch.",
        "asin": "B00BKRQ4E8",
        "parent_asin": "B00BKRQ4E8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5230,
        "review_text": "Really like this toothbrush. Went from two Sonicare brushes which were great - no cavities, dentist always raves about my teeth - but which seem to have planned obsolescence, as they both died within 2.1 years. Paying so much for Sonicare every 2 years, not to mention the heads, infuriated me.<br /><br />In comes Greater Goods, who I trust as a company. I have their wifi scale and love it. I'm also from St. Louis, and St. Louis small businesses are often like this. High quality goods, great customer service, excellent support, reasonable price.<br /><br />I will have to wait until I see the dentist again, but thus far, I like the feel of this toothbrush more than my old Sonicare Healthy White. My teeth feel very clean after using it, but it also does not seem abrasive. I just bought a second one today for my girlfriend. I also love that the replacement heads are about 10 bucks instead of 40 bucks with Sonicare.<br /><br />I'd recommend using something like Sensodyne Pronamel regular (not whitening!), as the abrasiveness of your toothpaste really matter. You want &#60;70 on the ADA scale. Pronamel is one of the only toothpastes that meets this criteria. Abrasive toothpastes will eventually make your teeth that gray color you see in older people's teeth.",
        "asin": "B06WWCX7GN",
        "parent_asin": "B06WWCX7GN"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5231,
        "review_text": "So while amazon seemed to think I was starting a custodial business with it's suggestions for a while, I love having this for my home. I got tired of all the garbage they sell at the grocery store with the crap sponge heads that are gross after a couple of uses. I found myself cursing at one such product and wishing I had the trusty old mop bucket I used to use back in my food service days. Fortunately a real job affords such niceties, and now I'll never have to buy another garbage mop bucket combo disposable planned obsolescence money sink again.<br /><br />As for the actual product, it's great, it's got a notch for the mop to rest in, the wheels are good quality, the handle seems solid, along with the wringer. Balance can be a little off pulling by the handle in some directions, but nothing I'd dock points for.",
        "asin": "B001PMJUKI",
        "parent_asin": "B001PMJUKI"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5232,
        "review_text": "I used this toothbrush about once a month,  preferring my other electric toothbrushes.  I have had it 2 years, and now it will not charge so is an expensive item that is completely useless. Is that planned obsolescence or what?",
        "asin": "B009DNE268",
        "parent_asin": "B009DNE268"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5233,
        "review_text": "I have used a combination Waterpik and electric toothbrush for many years. (model WP 900W/900C)  The old model I had was great and I never would've changed except that the battery wouldn't stay charged and there's no way to replace it.<br /><br />I bought this model (Waterpik Complete Care 9.0 ) several months ago but didn't set it up till about a month ago.  It is such a disappointment!  It's like they kept changing things, just to change them, and I can't see any of the changes that are for the better. They\u2019re gimmicks that don't make the product more useful, and they often make it less convenient to use.<br /><br />The water basin has a lid that is less easy to use than the original one. I wound up just taking it off.<br /><br />The original 900 had a very simple C shaped plastic holder that the Waterpik handle fit into. This one has a magnetic holder, but you have to get the position exactly right, in order for the magnets to line up. You also have to wind the water hose around that magnetic holder in just the right way.<br /><br />In order to spray water on your gums/teeth \u2014  previously, the default position was on, spraying, and there was a button you could press if you wanted to temporarily stop it, as when you are first putting it in your mouth. Easy, simple. This one has a an actual switch, so you have to turn it off and on. This is a simple thing, but if your hands are full of arthritis it's not so simple. And it's not better, it's just a change.<br /><br />Likewise, the control for turning the water pressure off and on, and changing the intensity, is less well designed, less effective, and less convenient. There seems to be almost no difference between the grades up until about eight and then all of a sudden the pressure is a lot harder.<br /><br />The controls on the old 900 are clear and simple and more conveniently placed\u2014  all on one side.  (see photos)<br /><br />The toothbrush itself has problems also. The first is that they recommend that you take the toothbrush head off every time you use it in order to clean, (I used to do that once a week or so)  and the head is much stiffer than the old one so it's harder to pull off. Yet there's a flexible post inside the handle, which seems like it's going to break pretty soon, when I'm forcing the toothbrush head off.  The heads are flimsier\u2014  and of course, the old heads don\u2019t fit.<br /><br />Again, they have complicated things without making them better. There's an off on switch, on the handle, but there's also a switch just below that that has three different types of noises/vibrating speeds, which don't seem to contribute anything to the process of cleaning your teeth, just an unnecessary bell and whistle so you can charge more.<br /><br />The charging station has a post that sticks up into the handle base, versus the old system that had a circular slot that the handle fit into, which was easier to use.<br /><br />Lastly, (my mistake), the black model which I bought shows any gunk immediately.<br /><br />In all a big disappointment and if there was anyway to get my old toothbrush working again, I\u2019d do it.  (I called the company and asked, and they do not make a replacement toothbrush for that model, nor is there a way to change the battery.  More American planned obsolescence.)<br /><br />Sorry for the length of this\u2014  if you\u2019ve gotten this far\u2026  it\u2019s just that twice a day, when I use it, I get aggravated and I think I've got to write a review about this and save somebody else from this aggravation.<br /><br />UPDATE--  Oct 1.  I'm just throwing it away.  It stopped charging, and it is now impossible to put the toothbrush heads all the way on to the shaft.  Unable to reach WaterPik--  their on-line complaint form won't recognize when I hit the \"recaptcha\" but Amazon refunded most of my money even though out of return period.",
        "asin": "B07BG4V1FN",
        "parent_asin": "B096YXMNN6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5234,
        "review_text": "fit the very well built HDX sponge mop squeeze handle which apparently has been discontinued {guess it's kinda like the Studebaker, NOT built for planned obsolescence} that I bought at the home despot. It is a very well built \"butterfly\" style sponge mop that I could no longer find replacement sponge mop heads for. I am so freaking tired of buying every company's brand (Libman HDX, etc.) mops and multiple extra replacement heads, just to have them discontinue the actual mop and replacements so they FORCE you to buy this years model device and sponge heads! So, I took a chance and they fit the previously mentioned HDX mop which is built like a tank. So much so, that I bought 8 of these replacements.<br />I've used it for only a few weeks but thus far, no signs of the mop head replacements being any better or worse than the original HDX ones! These should last us a couple of years at least!<br />I do hope this review was HELPFUL??",
        "asin": "B07N7R23MN",
        "parent_asin": "B07N7R23MN"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5235,
        "review_text": "Received VERYCOZY Blood Pressure / Heart Rate monitor and set it up for my father in law to use.  A major selling point was that this monitor stores 99 measurements per user, so he doesn't have to remember to write down the readings --I will :-)<br />Instructions are reasonably legible, I was able to set it up in 2 minutes and train him to use it in another 2 minutes.  Readings of my BP/HR and his were in the right ballpark.  Now for the big question -- this monitor is made in China, so the question is how well was it made?  For so many Chinese made devices, the question is not if it is defective, but how -- will it still be usable when the defect reveals itself?  If this thing goes wonky anytime soon, I'll be back to describe what happened and how it might affect your purchase decision.<br />Note that this unit does have a metal tab clinched to the end of the cuff that will likely scratch the screen, can probably be removed by prying it open and off of the cuff, and probably should be removed.  It does not appear to serve any purpose other than to scratch the screen (planned obsolescence).  Also, this unit comes with a recharging cord, but the buyer has to supply a 5V USB \"wall wart\" for charging.",
        "asin": "B08YJZY9WS",
        "parent_asin": "B08YJZY9WS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5236,
        "review_text": "The massager worked well - and seems well made. The battery, however, has failed and won't charge anymore. One year of light use is not worth the money or waste to me.<br /><br />This kind of sealed-battery design is such a waste. Bad for consumers, bad for the planet. I don't know if this is planned obsolescence or just a poor quality battery, either way, it's now either headed for the landfill or recycling center (if they will take it).",
        "asin": "B07SCXFN98",
        "parent_asin": "B07SCXFN98"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5237,
        "review_text": "Large and stiff pad; couldn't fold it over to warm smaller areas of back. Also, covering fabric wasn't as soft as advertised and there were Definite \"Hot Spots\" throughout the pad, that would be so hot they hurt. Had to constantly readjust it. Eponomously, it \"Died 1 Year to the Day I Bought it.\" For 28.00$ all told, that is consumer sabotage: Planned Obsolescence. Please consider a different heating pad product/brand!",
        "asin": "B00075M1XW",
        "parent_asin": "B00075M1XW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5238,
        "review_text": "UPDATE: Stopped working after less than a year of use. Replaced battery but still gave random, nonsensical results. We're both under 200 lbs (my wife well under) and since we didn't use it to weigh livestock, I can only conclude that it's yet another poorly made product. Getting tired of planned obsolescence, aren't you?<br /><br />Received the scale timely and in good condition. My family has been using it for about 6 months and it's worked great. I did several 'real-time' tests holding various small items to test accuracy and while I didn't rigorously perform quantitative weight testing, I noticed a predictable and logical increase in weight for each test. I'd say it's accurate to 1-1.5 lbs. Good product, good value for $ and would buy again.<br /><br />NOTE: it didn't immediately work 'out of the box' because the metal strip you have to pull out to activate the battery broke off, preventing battery contact. This wasn't obvious at first and I thought I also had a defective product. However, the day after I received it, I realized that the strip might have broken off incorrectly and using small screwdriver, removed the battery cover. Sure enough, battery strip had ripped and removing the rest of it resulted in a perfectly functioning product. SO PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THE BATTERY STRIP HAS BEEN FULLY REMOVED! (gave 4 and not 5 stars because of this issue)",
        "asin": "B0000E2PEI",
        "parent_asin": "B0B9V49K6J"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5239,
        "review_text": "The company found a way to make more money.  The wires are skinnier and on a second go-round some fell off the stick/post completely. I had to search my gum area to find them and throw them away.  I always used the small or thinnest size and they are now thinner than thin and the connection to the post is very weak. I want to find an alternative product that is at least as serviceable and durable as this product was originally.  I guess this company got carried away with the idea of \"built in obsolescence\".<br />As a fellow consumer I hope that other people who are discouraged by this change for the worst will find an alternative product and put a dent in this company's profits.",
        "asin": "B00GHA15JW",
        "parent_asin": "B07239ZN4C"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5240,
        "review_text": "I purchased this on 7/10/18. The massager, 2months out of warranty, has completely died. I\u2019m assuming it\u2019s the battery. It seems this massager is designed with planned obsolescence in mind. During the 14 months it worked, it worked great for the occasional times I used it.",
        "asin": "B0799KJGGQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0799KJGGQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5241,
        "review_text": "I love Sonicare in general - and a loyal customer for 10 years. I\u2019m yet to see how long this toothbrush will last because they usually work for 20-24 months before you have to buy a new one. Philips \u2764\ufe0fPlanned obsolescence. I bought this one because of unusual color -<br />It only came w one brush head - for the price it should have been at least two more.",
        "asin": "B07CH4N1Q3",
        "parent_asin": "B07CH4N1Q3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5242,
        "review_text": "Does a pretty good job.  Comes with a few extra blades, which is a nice feature and prolongs the slide into planned obsolescence.<br /><br />Need to do more testing on more kinds of fabrics.  Love that it is rechargeable.",
        "asin": "B0BM46X1D9",
        "parent_asin": "B0BX8ZZPBJ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5243,
        "review_text": "I initially did a search for \"Reading Glasses with Glass lenses\"  Then I added the word \"Sturdy\".  As usual this 'online store' inundated me with everything including the kitchen sink, despite my specific search request!  As you may know, I can not mention this store's name as they will delete this review, but you know who they are!!!  Plastic lenses have always gotten scratches and sometimes chunks of the front layer fall off, requiring I buy a new set (planned obsolescence)?  I really don't care if the READING GLASSES are a bit heavy due to real glass lenses and sturdy steel frames and if I could find a pair I doubt I would ever require another pair!  Light weight, cheap plastic lenses, and they fall apart and I have to keep replacing them which costs me money and I hate spending money that I should not have to keep spending!!!",
        "asin": "B07LF9FBMD",
        "parent_asin": "B08LGYWL45"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5244,
        "review_text": "I bought this Philips Sonic toothbrush to replace the more expensive Philips Sonic toothbrush that I bought 18 months ago.  It died.  It started making a loud noise when I brushed my teeth.  Then, it just stopped all together!  What a waste of money!  I am waiting to see how long this one lasts!  Philips \u201cBUILT IN OBSOLESCENCE\u201d.  They USED TO BE a brand you could trust!!!!!",
        "asin": "B078D75HMM",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZM5H383"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5245,
        "review_text": "Planned Obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B078GVMVRH",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZM5H383"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5246,
        "review_text": "All in all, I'm perfectly happy with this Brush, I've had it several months now, and purchased one for my wife a few weeks after being the family guinea pig.  It looks amazing, very clean modern design.  It comes with a sleek wireless charger (you plug in the cup to the wall and just lay your toothbrush up right to charge).  The new diamond care bristles on the brush seem to genuinely make a difference over previous models.  My teeth feel legitimately cleaner than they did before I switched to the newer model.  My only concern with my brush (and in full disclosure this particular model hasn't given us any issues) is that most of my sonicare updates have been forced.  After a year or two they all seem to sputter out and refuse to take on a charge.  I would love to be able to update on my own terms rather than water damage or planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0052JN7XG",
        "parent_asin": "B0052JN7XG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5247,
        "review_text": "I missed the durable red rubber hot water bottle of my childhood and was greatly disappointed when we came back to the U.S. from a long stay abroad to find that now, whether plastic or rubber, it appears that you can't trust soft hot water bottles not to suddenly burst.  One did, soaking me and a sofa in hot water.  The manufacturers actually warn you to replace them every couple of years.  The trouble with that is that you would like to do the replacing just before the bottle is about to give out, but to be safe, you may well end up getting a new one way before it is really necessary, thus wasting money. Of course, I presume that the manufacturers don't mind that.  (There is a modern business phenomenon, or sales tactic, called \"planned obsolescence.\")  Be advised, too, that in my experience, at least, the failure of one of those soft material hot water bottles doesn\u2019t just begin with a little leak; it can be a sudden flood of burning hot water.<br />The solution is one of these Japanese \"yutampos\".  Properly treated, they never rust.  They don\u2019t burst and scald you. I made a little bag for my new yutampo out of a pretty terrycloth towel, which seems just right for keeping my feet from burning.  The yutampo itself holds the heat so well that in the morning, when I remove it from the bag and empty it (as one should, every morning), the water is still nearly hot enough to hurt my fingers.  Some Japanese use that hot water to wash their faces in the morning, and I love doing that, too, because a lot of water gets wasted if I wait for the hot water from the water heater in the front part of the garage to reach the bathroom at the back of the house.<br />There is one caveat to using a yutampo.  It might seem tempting to put one on a stove with the water in it to heat it, but that could be very dangerous.  Don't even think of doing it.  I mention this because a warning about this came with my new yutampo, but sometimes people don't bother to read labels or they forget warnings.  There is a label right on the top surface of it, whose heading says, albeit in Japanese, \"Do not heat directly,\" i.e., Don't heat the water right in the hotwater bottle.<br />Yes, that same label does go on to warn that it may burst if you put it over direct heat with the plug still in, so some people may assume that they can keep reheating it that way, just so long as they have removed the plug.  But that also is inadvisable:  I have seen at least one Japanese review here, in which the customer had apparently been saving water by reheating it right in the yutampo.  After a couple of years they did not like the results!  The label should probably be rewritten to say, \"DANGER: Do not heat directly.  If you do so with the plug in, the yutampo could burst, but even if you remove the plug and do it, after a while the body of the yutampo may become damaged and begin to leak.\"  A similar English label right on the yutampo would also be nice, now that these hot water bottles are becoming more popular.",
        "asin": "B001FSJ7LO",
        "parent_asin": "B001FSJ7LO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5248,
        "review_text": "Does the job while it works, that is, until the battery dies. Waterpik does not support replacement batteries, and you should not support planned obsolescence.<br /><br />The waterflosser only has a low and high setting (otherwise known as &#34;normal&#34; and &#34;gum-eroding&#34;) with no personal adjustment, and is an electricity hog, since it is recommended to keep plugged-in when not in use. You are better off with a manual oral irrigator, which connects to your facet and allows fine-tuned control. Plus, it needs no battery and uses no electricity.",
        "asin": "B000UWAWQU",
        "parent_asin": "B000UWAWQU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5249,
        "review_text": "I have a Mr. Clean mop that I an happy with.  It came time to replace the mop head as mine was getting worn and grotty after much use.<br /><br />I searched and searched and finally found a mop head that *matched* the hole pattern which is necessary to use the new mop head after much searching. (It's a snap on mop head. No plastic screws.)<br /><br />The delivery was delayed, and delayed again, ad infinitum.<br /><br />Finally, it arrives! I tear the package open only to discover the hole pattern was the type that requires screw pegs to install the head. It was *not* the mop head shown in the description that matches MY Mr. Clean mop. It was the wrong mop head, despite the picture in the profile showing a mop head which matched mine exactly.<br /><br />I can't use this mophead. Plus, we were going out of town and other things were occurring so the inappropriate mop head could not be returned.<br /><br />Also, the Mr. Clean \"magic\" round scrubber, made from the same material in which Mr. Clean Magic Sponge Cleaner that was attached to the back of the mop was not to be found anywhere. No one carries a replacement.<br /><br />Why do I have to buy a *new* mop every time a mop head wears out? It is impossible, it appears, to actually replace a mop head.<br /><br />Nice planned obsolescence, Mr. Clean. Now, I need to buy yet another new mop.<br /><br />I'm extremely tired if this obvious planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B003ZYKYTU",
        "parent_asin": "B0BJ2MDJZM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5250,
        "review_text": "While this sponge cleaned well and was gentle on my stainless steel cookware, it started falling apart almost immediately. Within approximately 10 uses the soft back sponge had completely separated from the coarse scrubber. I ended up throwing away the soft pad and using the coarse side alone for several weeks. For those unfamiliar with this practice it's called &#34;planned obsolescence&#34;. Feel free to Google that. If they came in a pack of eight it would be a different story, but for $7 each I can't recommend this product to anyone and will never purchase it again.",
        "asin": "B000GLPPLM",
        "parent_asin": "B08BSNF3WN"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5251,
        "review_text": "I liked the scale. I bought it a couple of years ago (2-3?) It doesn't work any more. (And no, I don't weigh 400 lbs and I didn't abuse it)<br />Disappointed. What's the life expectancy of a bathroom scale, anyway? Planned obsolescence?<br /><br />Addendum: I wrote this review on the WRONG scale. The manufacturer contacted me and offered to replace it. That earns 5 stars in my book. My apologies to Etekcity!",
        "asin": "B01HI1W1V4",
        "parent_asin": "B0BXQRCB55"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5252,
        "review_text": "Not nearly as windproof as the old school lighter fuid zippo but there's no nasty fluid taste to destroy your stogie.  Lights reliably and works great for me.  One point is it appears there's some planned obsolescence since there's no way to replace the flint!",
        "asin": "B006T3ZZR0",
        "parent_asin": "B006T3ZZR0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5253,
        "review_text": "They used to be a good product.  My old one lasted a few years.  This new one has died within a year.  After only  months, I noticed it not always charging correctly and now it does not even connect when I plug it in.  Dead!  They should tell people that this is essentially a disposable product.  What a waste!<br />I recommend returning this product 2 days within the allowed time period and getting a new one, then returning again.  Why?  Because this is exactly what P&G is doing to us by selling us this product with designed-in and built-in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B01414V7SY",
        "parent_asin": "B01414V7SY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5254,
        "review_text": "I don\u2019t often review but this product warrants such:  the worst product I\u2019ve ever purchased on Amazon.  It takes 4 floss pics minimum to floss with... talk about engineered obsolescence.  Total and complete waste of time and money.  Also, these are completely environmentally unsound since you need four per floss job.  What a joke-",
        "asin": "B0028K3J26",
        "parent_asin": "B0BKQSXHYG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5255,
        "review_text": "I typically purchase reading glasses from big box stores like Walmart. The problem I have is that the glasses from the big box stores usually fall apart in a short time. The last pair I purchased from Walmart for example had the retaining screw for the side of the glasses screwed in from the bottom of the glasses, therefore gravity works on them every time you have them on and they loosen very quickly. That seems like designed obsolescence to me.<br />These glasses are much better constructed. I've had them for a couple months now and they have proven very reliable. Im a firefighter/medic and use these on the job. To say that I stress my glasses on the job is quite an understatement, and yet these have held up nicely, I would certainly buy these again.",
        "asin": "B00NUG3ECM",
        "parent_asin": "B08N48Y3QH"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5256,
        "review_text": "Effective cold ice grip but frozen inserts have panels that freeze which tend to break!  This lessens effectiveness of wrap which should be more heavy duty and appears to be a case of planned obsolescence!  Timely delivery",
        "asin": "B001ALNDNY",
        "parent_asin": "B001ALNDNY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5257,
        "review_text": "I loved this thing but it lasted just a little over a year of light use before breaking. The mop tipped over and the plastic snapped where the pole joins the base. I was surprised to see how flimsy the connection is. I can't imagine this lasts most people more than a couple of years before breaking and it almost seems like an intentional failure point in the spirit of planned obsolescence. I tried gluing it, but I couldn't get the plumbing lined up correctly so it's toast.<br /><br />That said, I'm begrudgingly buying another one because I miss it. The next one will be my last, and if it also breaks after an unreasonably short life, I'll use a different mop brand for the rest of my life out of spite.",
        "asin": "B00FEBARJE",
        "parent_asin": "B0042YU6S6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5258,
        "review_text": "I bought this about 10 months ago.  I purchased it initially because I liked the idea of waking up gradually to light but it doesn't actually work well because it begins to get light 1/2 hour before you set the alarm - concept is great except that within 5 minutes, the light becomes so bright that it wakes me up much earlier than I had wanted.,  I don't feel comfortable in moving the actual alarm time to later to accomodate the light and there is no way to keep the light so dim that it doesn't wake me (the lowest setting is still too bright in a very dark room) there is no solution for me but to keep the light off altogether.  As for the sound options, there are 3 - birds whose chirping replicates the birds outside so I get woken up when the real birds are waking up and being noisy because I am used to the alarm sound waking me up, and two different &#34;bong&#34; settings.  They are OK but they get pretty annoying after a while so I wish I had more choices.  A work of caution about snooze - there is a little lever used to set the alarm and you have to depress it to activate the snooze - be careful - if you press too hard (read: not hard at all!) it bounces up and turns of the alarm altogether.  Part of the reason I am writing the review today is because after 10 months the lever no longer works - have no idea of this is Philips version of planned obsolescence but I am annoyed that a device that costs as much as this is broken after 10 months... I wouldn't recommend this clock ...",
        "asin": "B003XN4RIC",
        "parent_asin": "B003XN4RIC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5259,
        "review_text": "The brace works as advertised and I wear them every night. Problem is that after 6 months or so, the Velco loses it's ability to connect and hold and I end up having to buy new braces. Planned obsolescence in action.",
        "asin": "B004YIFA04",
        "parent_asin": "B004YIFA04"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5260,
        "review_text": "Just received product:  Box partially crushed because was in plastic shipping envelope. Instructions tell you to load your own 3 AA batteries and re-install cover. Oh, and then by the way, take cover off again and lube the rubber o-ring with petroleum jelly THAT IS NOT SUPPLIED. Probably a 3 cent packet to include.  So I think this product is engineered for obsolescence and failure due to water damage. We'll see.",
        "asin": "B07DQSC9B5",
        "parent_asin": "B09HWJW7GF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5261,
        "review_text": "As with others, mine started to leak at the handle in 3 or 4 months.  So I tried to do what I did with the last one I had (also a Water pik)--I tried to open the handle to replace the cheap plastic tube that goes from the pump to the handle.  In a crass exhibit of planned obsolescence, this one is sealed so that you have to break the handle to get it open.  Once open, I found, as I expected, the cheap plastic tube had cracked, thereby leaking most of the water into my hand when I used it.  At this point, I thought about super-gluing it together, but realized that I really hated this thing and Water pik in general for duping me into replacing with their product the one I had that lasted 10 years.<br /><br />Don' buy this one, and if you find one with a plastic tube, determine if you can replace the tube yourself.  If not, your machine has a lifetime of at most a year, and probably less.",
        "asin": "B000063SLR",
        "parent_asin": "B000063SLR"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5262,
        "review_text": "Based on our Amazon Purchase Records, we have replaced our Waterpic oral irrigator three times over the past six years.  That's an average of one every two years. Each has failed for a different reason.  The last one burned out and stopped operating.  On the current one, the On/off button on the wand has jammed shut and cannot be freed, short of breaking the wand.  We are now on our fourth purchase.  My wife calls it:  \"Truly, planned obsolescence.\"  The Waterpic is simply unreliable.<br /><br /> I owned a HydroFloss machine for nearly 10 years before the unreplaceable hose got pinched in the cradle and sprung a leak.  While there are other players in the market, Waterpic clearly dominates. That said, oral irrigation is a key component of dental health.<br /><br />My advise?  Any Waterpic appliance will likely break down within two years.  That makes purchasing an extended warranty a good bet.  Hopefully, someday Waterpic will get some pride in manufacturing products that last more than 18 months on average.",
        "asin": "B072JFVXSY",
        "parent_asin": "B0C4JSZBF4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5263,
        "review_text": "I like this brush and the results I get, but the lifespan of these brushes keeps declining.  The one I bought 9 months ago is now dead.  I suspect planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B003UKM9CO",
        "parent_asin": "B01AKGRTUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5264,
        "review_text": "Update: Item stopped working after about 18 months. Some may say that's a fair amount of time for the price but I have full sized heating pads that are 10+ years old and still work great. Built in obsolescence I guess. Overall I just hate how these cheap products, just making more trash that isn't recyclable and will take forever to biodegrade.<br /><br />I love this thing. I suffer chronic tension headaches and this helps a lot. Though it doesn\u2019t cure the headache, it is soothing and helps the pain while I use it. The material is soft and it smells like lavender. It also comes with a nice carrying case and plugs into usb so it can be used with a wall plug, computer, external battery or even in the car. Would recommend!",
        "asin": "B07J5TBYBM",
        "parent_asin": "B07J5TBYBM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5265,
        "review_text": "This little precursor is truly unbelievable. On the lowest setting, this thing is powerful. I use to do CPT on patients with COPD. We had electric or sometimes pneumatic precursors. They were very powerful. This little device is on par with some of these devices I used in the past. I can press extremely hard and this little machine doesn't stop. In my opinion, it's truly incredible.<br /><br />The only Con I would say is that it's battery powered and it doesn't appear as the battery is replaceable. Therefore, the life span of the product is limited. This I believe is a major flaw. Basically, design obsolescence.<br /><br />The true test will be how long it last.",
        "asin": "B09CDHGWW7",
        "parent_asin": "B0BVJVP2N2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5266,
        "review_text": "I'm looking to purchase new sponge heads for my Dawn dish wand.  I noticed this listing is for the product I needed had only 1 star.  Since I love how these sponges because stay clean looking longer than the other dish wands I've tried I was surprised to see that.  This listing is for 1 package of 2 sponge heads., which is the same packaging found at other retailers. Amazon sells a package of 10 sponge heads on another listing.  It appears the text for the listing of 10 sponge heads was copied to the listing for 2 sponge heads and not edited appropriately.  The problem is with Amazon's listing and not the product itself.  I gave this 3 stars because I'm hoping that will attract Amazon's attention.  The product itself deserves 5 stars.  I will be purchasing the 2 sets of 2 (4 total) from a different listing.  The sponges last so long I'm concerned my dish wand my not last long enough for 10....I over-purchased sponge head replacements in the past only to find them useless because the manufacturer changed the design of the dish wand.  Planned obsolescence on steroids.",
        "asin": "B00MVQHLO4",
        "parent_asin": "B094WD99FD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5267,
        "review_text": "The main frame of this wheel chair has broken apart (a weld broke) after several years, so now I'm forced to buy a new wheelchair. Two of the tubes forming the seat separated due to a broken weld. Before this happened, a lot of other little things broke, but I was able to keep using it. But now that the main frame has broken, I really cannot use it anymore. I hate things that are designed to break down, and this is one of them. I hate planned obsolescence. Now is a bad time for me to have to spend hundreds of dollars for a new wheelchair.",
        "asin": "B002VWK2SK",
        "parent_asin": "B0B9HD7VB9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5268,
        "review_text": "I own the WP900 discontinued and replaced with the 950 series. Just spoke with WaterPik and confirmed that all i am saying below is relevant to ALL WP products including the 950s.<br /><br />Before i lambaste them for creating a product with Planned Obsolescence (their choice not to create replaceable batteries), i will say that by my using the WP900 for years, my dentist has downgraded my cleaning needs from deep gum periodontal work every 6 months to just a basic cleaning.  So, this machine (and my religious use of it) has saved me a LOT of money over the years (about $130 / year?).<br /><br />okay, so, the machine is awesome in all respects but one! And that one respect (a strategic design choice) should make WP embarrassed (if it wasn't making them so much money): THE BATTERIES ARE RECHARGEABLE BUT NOT REPLACEABLE.  Below, i will describe this more and then describe how to replace them AND how to best charge them to extend your battery life.  (My motivation is to save all those perfectly fine machines with dead batteries from just going to the landfill.)<br /><br />So, i just talked to waterpik about my dead battery. Their battery pack is rechargeable but NOT replaceable.  NONE of their sonic toothbrushes as of today have replaceable batteries.  (This is called \"planned obsolescence as the battery is usually shorter lived than the rest of the unit.)<br /><br />That said, they have a two-year warranty which allows for one replacement (or upgrade to the 950 series).  So, before two years are up, replace your unit as your battery will likely begin to die soon thereafter (and donate your unit to a thrift or to someone who is a DIY fixer willing to replace the batteries themselves as a gift).<br /><br />AND/OR, you can replace the batteries yourself (which voids the warranty).  To do this, youtube vids describe how in more detail but i'll summarize here.  (I just did changed out my batteries, charged for one full day (it needed it) and great to go for at least another two years.)<br /><br />However, this is a soldering iron effort which took me and a friend (helping) about 45 minutes to complete and about 8$ worth of batteries (specialized batteries two NIMH 1.2 v AAA and if you can find them WITHOUT the positive knob, that will be MUCH better as space is very tight) from the local battery store. i bet you can buy these batteries elsewhere cheaper (i went there mostly for advice (and batteries)).<br /><br />Tools needed: coin to remove bottom case, soldering iron and solder, tweezers, good light to see by, a bit of electrical tape, needle nose pliers to pull of (and reuse) the connecting metal at the bottom of the batteries.  Study the batteries you remove so you can replicate the hook up when reinstalling (i.e., they have a link between batteries at the bottom end).  This replacement is NOT hard conceptually but its a bazillion times harder than it should be and WP should be ashamed of themselves.  But, i figured, for 45 min and 8$ its better than blowing another $90+ on a new unit and trashing an otherwise perfectly good one i already own.  And it was fun.<br /><br />THEN I ASKED WP just now ABOUT TO PROPERLY CHARGE THE BATTERIES AND THIS IS WHAT I WAS TOLD: let the toothbrush drain to 1/3 (one light blinking) and then fully charge.  DON'T keep the toothbrush in the charging cradle AND plugged in all the time (as i was doing giving me about a 2-yr lifespan on the batteries).  So, now, i just plug int the unit JUST to floss and then keep it otherwise unplugged with the toothbrush inertly in the cradle.  Then, when it drops to 1 blinking light, i fully charge and then disconnect again.  if you are really anal about your mouth care, you can install a switch into the electrical chord (I'm thinking of doing that).  so, there you have it... go to youtube for step by step instructions for replacing the batteries.  hope this helped.",
        "asin": "B01CY9MO44",
        "parent_asin": "B01CY9MO44"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5269,
        "review_text": "Love this tea. Make it with honey and lemon nightly. Helps us sleep. Much more valerian than most. Use to buy a couple of boxes twice a month. Cutting our order in half.  Price has gone up over a dollar in the last couple of weeks and the brand variety has become more than rare in retail shops. Looking for an alternative. Gee, thanks... hope you price yourselves into obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B007IW25FQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0C31GXRKJ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5270,
        "review_text": "Love using these as I am a piano technician and have to strike the keys quite hard to settle the string. Protects my hearing and yet most of the time I can hear everything that I need to.  That being said, I'm hoping this is not planned obsolescence but I find that I am buying these quite often as they eventually snap at the very weak point of where the tubes fold at the top headpiece. I'm very careful with these and basically hang them on my rearview mirror until I go inside for a job and am careful not to stretch them too much. Albeit, still they eventually break and are unusable at that point. They really need to redesign these even if they have to charge a bit more for them, it would make up for the hassle of having to replace these once every 11 months or so. It's just too predictable.",
        "asin": "B000FEW4GE",
        "parent_asin": "B01LX5UJJ4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5271,
        "review_text": "Optically and stylistically these glasses are good. However, I've just had my second pair break apart at the nose bridge without any abuse or misuse. This looks to me like planned obsolescence. I'm going to look for another source that lasts longer. These aren't a bargain if you must replace them frequently.",
        "asin": "B000LWNFGS",
        "parent_asin": "B000LWNFGS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5272,
        "review_text": "These tools do not last. They do a decent job cleaning teeth and preventing decay and gum disease, but we've gone through 5 handles in about 6 years. This last one lasted 6 months before it stopped vibrating and made a loud buzzing noise. Philips replaced it, but planned obsolescence seems to be a marketing strategy here.",
        "asin": "B004M1BO3U",
        "parent_asin": "B00PLHN2UW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5273,
        "review_text": "What can I say?It died 2 months out of warranty.I'd say that planned obsolescence rates less than 1 star,but that's as low as I can rate it.",
        "asin": "B0078LSTWU",
        "parent_asin": "B0078LSTWU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5274,
        "review_text": "Zero stars - product degrades quickly. Scrubber-side material flakes off & adds micro plastics to our water supply. This is planned obsolescence at it\u2019s worst.<br /><br />Shame. Shame on Libman.",
        "asin": "B07NDZ375P",
        "parent_asin": "B07NDZ375P"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5275,
        "review_text": "I purchased this product in August 2020. Battery life was great, and I took it with me whenever I traveled. This product was great, until right at the two year mark when it stopped working. The center piece is no longer held in, and doesn\u2019t transfer the vibration power to the brush anymore. Well it was good while it lasted. Planned obsolescence strikes again.",
        "asin": "B078GVH2VJ",
        "parent_asin": "B08BJSKWT2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5276,
        "review_text": "This mask is one of the better ones I have tried. It fits my face well and lets just a little light in around my nose. The downfall, of course, is the elastic strap. They stretch out over time, which is their built-in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B00WCTL4QG",
        "parent_asin": "B00WCTL4QG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5277,
        "review_text": "The sprayer stopped working after 7 months... I know a lot of these products have a built in obsolescence but this should have lasted longer than it did.  I wouldn't buy it<br />If I could show you the sprayer didn't work I would but obviously can't",
        "asin": "B077MMJ39Y",
        "parent_asin": "B084JC4K5G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5278,
        "review_text": "I keep expecting these gloves to disappear from our planned-obsolescence marketplace.  I bought a pair 8 years ago, and one glove has bitten the dust through no fault of its own.  (Full disclosure: I inadvertently cut one of the fingers with a scissors while opening a household cleaning supply).  These are comfortable, incredibly protective & latex-free -- important for those of us with sensitive skin.  This morning I decided to spring for a new pair & am so glad to see that they're still out there :)",
        "asin": "B000MT65CG",
        "parent_asin": "B09VB4CB2K"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5279,
        "review_text": "EXACTLY what I was looking for.  Other plastic scrapers were OK for the few months but didn\u2019t hold its shape. Perhaps built for planned obsolescence? This metal scraper is perfect for me.",
        "asin": "B07QRX886L",
        "parent_asin": "B0B6GJS5XD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5280,
        "review_text": "My previous Oral-B electric toothbrush lasted a long time.  It would have lasted even longer if the manufacturer didn't use that awful rubberized coating that finally deteriorated and came apart.  I don't know if this was built-in obsolescence or just bad material selection but either way it was very annoying.  This new model is hard plastic with a thinner profile that's easy to clean and comfortable in the hand.  It works great and without that terrible coating I expect it'll last a heck of a long time.",
        "asin": "B01AKGRTUM",
        "parent_asin": "B01AKGRTUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5281,
        "review_text": "I have purchased two of these heating pads, although not through Amazon.  I liked the first one very much so I bought a second for my mother.  While my heating pad did get hot, my mother's barely got beyond the warm stage no matter what level was selected.  My heating pad, sadly, died recently, after only a few years' use.<br /><br />The heating pad that I used prior to this one was purchased a good thirty years ago and the only reason I replaced it was because it got too hot and I thought it might not be safe.  Anyway, I can't recommend this heating pad any longer as there seems to be inconsistency between individual units and because built-in obsolescence seems to be the order of the day.",
        "asin": "B01KVYTV86",
        "parent_asin": "B095J4YL2H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5282,
        "review_text": "Seeing that their are only two companies making small waterpiks<br />that can be easily transported in a carryon, this company has a<br />near monopoly on this garbage product. You will get at best 1-3<br />years until you have to buy a new one. Waterpik is smart enough<br />in their construction to rip off the consumer. They make it so you<br />can't replace the battery, and they do not make a small Waterpik<br />that is electric. If they did guess what... planned obsolescence<br />would not help their gross margins like this complete tool does<br />based on the highest profit margin possible for throwaway consumer<br />items.",
        "asin": "B0002AHY6Q",
        "parent_asin": "B0002AHY6Q"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5283,
        "review_text": "Worked amazingly! Until it didn't. Lasted maybe a year until it got stuck so badly on a can we couldn't pry it off without destroying it. There is no \"emergency release\" mechanism. At least it has lasted longer than the other 50 can openers I've bought over the years (YAY planned obsolescence!!).",
        "asin": "B07K9PMTYC",
        "parent_asin": "B07K9PMTYC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5284,
        "review_text": "Peaceful minimalist design invites me to brush. Pleasing to the touch, comfortable to use, long lasting, the head is a good size for brushing behind the front teeth comfortably. If you fancy those garish and cartoonish supermarket brushes along with their planned obsolescence, look elsewhere.",
        "asin": "B010GWV7DK",
        "parent_asin": "B010GWV7DK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5285,
        "review_text": "They were great at first, but all pairs had an arm fall off within one to three months, the screws come out too easily. I  hate to throw out, but can't find the screw, and how do I make it stay in again? Seems like built-in obsolescence... surprised there are such high reviews.",
        "asin": "B01FILZ01E",
        "parent_asin": "B01FILYNY4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5286,
        "review_text": "Functionally, I would give this 5 stars, but I have to \u2018average\u2019 that with 1-star durability.  (I find it hard to believe that modern materials science couldn\u2019t achieve both\u2014comes across as \u2018planned obsolescence\u2019 to me!)",
        "asin": "B00PHH3HVK",
        "parent_asin": "B0BKH7YX13"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5287,
        "review_text": "I bought these for the sensors in my security system. They lasted 17 months and they ran out, almost all of them, at the same time. Is that good? That's planned obsolescence for you - no other explanation for how 10 sensors go dead at the same time!<br />I'll finish this review and see if I can find another brand that might last longer. I think I got around 3+ years from the original batteries. Then, one of the dead batteries is a Panasonic, from a motion sensor, and I think it goes back to my original installation.<br />Longevity seems more important than cost when you consider the frequency of inconvenience, going throughout the house, changing out batteries from all those sensors!",
        "asin": "B089QHK7RQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0BR6JPG45"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5288,
        "review_text": "This is a very well designed product. However, in my opinion the velcro closures are substandard. If the product is so well designed why would the manufacturer use substandard velcro? Two reasons I can think of; save a penny/higher profit margin, and planned obsolescence, meaning it will wear out sooner than necessary and you'll be forced to go buy more of this well-designed product. Either reason is a bad one. Mueller needs to upgrade the velcro closures on this product asap!",
        "asin": "B002WS49FA",
        "parent_asin": "B0BWNPS41N"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5289,
        "review_text": "Hey they do what they are supposed to do and do it as long and as well as batteries costing for 5 in a pack for what I paid for these 50. I'll use them from here on.. Batteries are such a rip off anyways I think. Designed obsolescence at its finest",
        "asin": "B000EOMGLI",
        "parent_asin": "B000EOMGLI"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5290,
        "review_text": "Like all Sonic toothbrushes, this one does a fantastic job cleaning my teeth. There are new brush heads and new modes although I was always happy with my old ones. My last one didn\u2019t last as long as my first one so I believe their is planned obsolescence so they can sell you the new and improved version. I was excited about the Bluetooth app that tracks your brushing, monitors pressure and \u201cscrubbing\u201d and shows you on the screen areas you missed, theoretically. The Bluetooth function is so spotty it makes the app worthless. It will tell me I have the wrong brushhead loaded when I haven\u2019t changed the head or the setting. It shows me missing areas of my mouth I didn\u2019t miss and wants me to brush them again. It fails to recognize that the toothbrush is on and ready to brush and records nothing. It loses connection all together and makes me go through the entire setup process again. It tells me to install new firmware, but when I turn on my brush, it says it\u2019s up to date. I have quit using it all together out of frustration. Stick with a cheaper model. The app is not worth the extra money.",
        "asin": "B06XT1Y7DX",
        "parent_asin": "B09K5DHTN7"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5291,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence. Product worked fine, but when battery conked out--after less than two years--I learned it is not made to be replaced. WaterPik want you to shell out another $70 bucks for a new one. No thanks.",
        "asin": "B00TV5MK5I",
        "parent_asin": "B0BN8B9NYD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5292,
        "review_text": "This brush works great and really cleans teeth better than a manual brush. My dentist even mentioned such at my last cleaning. The issue is the base fell apart after owning the brush for only 6 months. The quality isn't present to allow its longevity.<br /><br />The support/return window closed after 6 months (planned obsolescence?) so I'm stuck with a potential electrical hazard to continue charging/using the brush. My guess is the water from the brush causes the base to disintegrate but I'm no engineer. Disappointed that this item doesn't possess the quality needed for a reasonable lifespan.",
        "asin": "B072YVWBXH",
        "parent_asin": "B072YVWBXH"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5293,
        "review_text": "less than two years old, won't hold a charge for more an 20 seconds. Planned obsolescence...",
        "asin": "B07QTBVYJ1",
        "parent_asin": "B09L5CJZTF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5294,
        "review_text": "I bought this unit to replace an older item (at least 25 yrs. old) made by the same company.  In the age of programmed obsolescence, I am happy to have gotten around 25 years of service out of a similar device produced by A&D Medical.  My new unit is more compact which is nice, easy to read and simple to operate.  I know what my blood pressure ranges have been and know that this unit is comparable to the unit it is replacing.  So far so good!  :)",
        "asin": "B00IWRRS6C",
        "parent_asin": "B00IWRRS6C"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5295,
        "review_text": "please, id like to love your product, but is it designed for obsolescence?<br />It worked fairly well, although at times was totally unresponsive.<br /><br />what i find unacceptable,is that i bought it and 4 years later, its totally useless.<br /><br />i get on and off and on again and voila! i have lost 20 pounds.<br /><br />can we keep products out of the landfills by making sure they are built to last?",
        "asin": "B002MK6QKO",
        "parent_asin": "B08C8M2DXD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5296,
        "review_text": "In this era of what seems built in obsolescence for many things electronic...I hope this one stays the course; like 4 years at least (: I like the adjustable neck piece. The cord is hefty; plan on how to arrange that, and you will be good to go!",
        "asin": "B0753PSVY7",
        "parent_asin": "B07L9YD48N"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5297,
        "review_text": "This product works well - for two years. Then the batteries need to be replaced. This product was purposefully built so that you have to replace the entire unit - or at least the electric brush portion - every two years. It is a shameful waste of resources and money. The batteries are easily available for a couple of bucks each. All Waterpik had to do was build the product with a battery clip rather than hardwire the batteries in. Many companies these days have a commitment to sustainability. Waterpik apparently still holds the ethic that they will be more successful by making wasteful products with guaranteed obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0095IMNI0",
        "parent_asin": "B0095IMNI0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5298,
        "review_text": "I bought this in Spring 2016. It was exactly what I needed and it has worked well. Both parts of the combo are actually STILL working well, but the toothbrush has, sadly, been declining in battery power for a while. In the couple of years, the toothbrush battery has been depleting quicker & quicker and required much longer charges. At this point, it takes a full day to charge & I might get one or two uses out of it before it's dead again.  I hate planned obsolescence, but I knew when I bought it that most electric toothbrushes are not built to last forever. It's been a good product. I've loved the gentleness on my gums and the efficiency of the toothbrush. I'll continue to use the flosser part; it's been great and is still working perfectly.  I've rinsed & wiped the toothbrush components dry after every use, and emptied & aired out the flosser after every use and have never seen a speck of mold or build up.  I'd buy a WaterPik product again.",
        "asin": "B0095IMNI0",
        "parent_asin": "B0095IMNI0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5299,
        "review_text": "First sonic toothbrush and flosser I ever owned. The water flosser is great and catches stuff I have in my teeth all the time, greatly reduces the need to manually floss those crevices.<br /><br />The toothbrush though is garbage (soon enough literally) I spent 100$ on a good toothbrush so I wouldnt have to deal with another for a very long time, well I can barely get a full charge use out of the thing before it completely dies. I'm only keeping it around out of stubbornness right now but it's basically useless. As the toothbrush started to act up I checked up on the warranty and it's just passed it of course. Failing right on time, and it's not replaceable which just pisses me off.<br /><br />The last time I'll be buying from Water Pik and their greedy planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0095IMNI0",
        "parent_asin": "B0095IMNI0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5300,
        "review_text": "Ordered this item on the 7th December. On the 19th of January the toothbrush quit recharging. Tried to get a replacement but my warranty ran out on the 1st February. Just got out of hospital. So one day later i have a useless sonic toothbrush ' Built in obsolescence'<br />It is now a few weeks later and I was so upset by this. So I called Waterpik, they are sending me a new one with a return label for the defective one. They also said that it was still under warranty 2 years !! Lesson call the maker and ignore what is says is the warranty time.<br />'.<br />''",
        "asin": "B0095IMNI0",
        "parent_asin": "B0095IMNI0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5301,
        "review_text": "I purchased a TelescoPik manufactured by PikStik.com. Unfortunately for me, the warranty ran out in 90 days, because the locking collar broke sometime after the warranty. The locking collar is the part you twist to lock the length of the gripper so you can reach things further away. Unfortunately, the collar also insures that the gripping action works. Without the sliding portion locked, the gripper will not function. It just telescopes inward when you pull the grip. This could be dangerous to your toes if you had just pulled a can of beans off the shelf in the process of gripping said can. The collar is made of thin and cheap plastic that is different from the rest of the item. It is an obvious manufacturing/design mess up, and it is my opinion that some planned obsolescence has entered the design to my detriment. I DO NOT recommend buying this gadget unless you are just willing to throw more money into it after the 90 day warranty for a replacement. PikStik correspondence with me only said, 'Sorry for the delay but we have a 90 day warranty&#34; after much delay for the response.' NOT RECOMMENDED.",
        "asin": "B003VCOFV4",
        "parent_asin": "B003VCOFV4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5302,
        "review_text": "I purchased a TelescoPik manufactured by PikStik.com. Unfortunately for me, the warranty ran out in 90 days, because the locking collar broke sometime after the warranty. The locking collar is the part you twist to lock the length of the gripper so you can reach things further away. Unfortunately, the collar also insures that the gripping action works. Without the sliding portion locked, the gripper will not function. It just telescopes inward when you pull the grip. This could be dangerous to your toes if you had just pulled a can of beans off the shelf in the process of gripping said can. The collar is made of thin and cheap plastic that is different from the rest of the item. It is an obvious manufacturing/design mess up, and it is my opinion that some planned obsolescence has entered the design to my detriment. I DO NOT recommend buying this gadget unless you are just willing to throw more money into it after the 90 day warranty for a replacement. PikStik correspondence with me only said, 'Sorry for the delay but we have a 90 day warranty&#34; after much delay for the response.' NOT RECOMMENDED.",
        "asin": "B001BS2KWQ",
        "parent_asin": "B001BS2KWQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5303,
        "review_text": "With this cane, one can swing it forward and take four steps before having to reposition it, making it an ideal cane for those with hand/wrist problems aggravated by having to reposit the cane with each footfall. However, the 'axle' that joins the two sides and to which the springs attach is a very soft metal, while the springs are hard steel. This leads to rapid waring of grooves in the softer metal and will soon lead to it snapping according to the engineers I asked. It's sad the company chooses to defile this [potentially fine product with inferior engineering in what appears to be a bid for planned obsolescence.<br />The company sent me a replacement lower portion with the 'foot' sadly manufactured of the same defective materials...so doomed to the same fairly rapid damage.",
        "asin": "B005199KJC",
        "parent_asin": "B005199KJC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5304,
        "review_text": "Wahl the company, and everyone who has had trouble with this thing listen please I am a principal structural designer essentially I'm a senior engineer I've done mechanical design although it's not you know my industry I mean the physical properties of of things in the way they work together and how we analyze for failure is very similar across the two industries.<br /><br />I wonder how much wall would have to pay somebody you know spend the time figuring out like what I'm just about to just tell him for free. I like this massager that is after I fixed it. It's the best balance between both percussion and a little bit of give up then pretty much any other one in its class had they not cut this corner or or some junior whoever you know made this error and then had three or four people sign off on it but never check it you know it would be the best product on the market seriously.<br /><br />A motor spins but also a screw spins. It's not the nylon this failing you don't need loctite I've seen other massagers they've gone through a great length with lock washers and all sorts of other stuff completely unnecessary because all wall had to do was use the same screw with the same head diameter but with the threads in reverse. Because the head diameter was enough to hold in the bearing you didn't need extra washers and you didn't need lock washers to make up for the fact that you know you're an idiot and you didn't know that a little bit of you know friction intention as you pull the machine back and forth would eventually start unscrewing that screw. Another company came up with a way of kind of putting the mechanism in between two blocks so that the screw really even if it did unscrew the mechanism couldn't really go anywhere But Walden want to have you know an extra section on the front of their device they wanted to be nice and sleek. that screw only has to unscrew just a little bit before the rocker arm starts knocking around because again nice and sleek means it's a narrow body inside there's an eccentric rotating armature and once the screw comes out far enough the armature pops and bearing assembly pop off the shaft drop down on the screw screw can support it screw gets ripped out or mangled tearing up the entire inside of what's in front of that motor. Parts being trapped in such an environment would get chewed up and you know hence the white detritus falling out of your units. I found a screw in a reverse tapping and simply replace the one that was there and instead of you know making it more loose the friction you know all it can do is continue to keep the bearing assembly and rocker arm securely on the motor shaft it's not going anywhere as long as it's where it is it's in balance it's not going to come apart well I'll use the long screw probably for structural support and if you use a similarly long screw put in a reverse thread it will screw right into the nylon you don't even have to retap the hole just not nylons very forgiving especially when it comes to like friction and stuff like that so you can just screw it right in there and once you get it nice and tight make sure the bearings on their flat put all back together and you got yourself a massager that's going to last for years.<br /><br />But it could be something else what seems like you know an innocent mistake by someone that didn't know any better cuz very well be planned obsolescence walls not going to make any money if you never buy any more of their stuff and as we know their trimmers last forever. They make a magnetic massager that I have to modify to get any kind of soothing kind of vibration out of it it's not the same kind of vibration because it's a little bit better for my fibro but I hate having to take the dang thing apart and I hate having to mess with and remove most of the padding on the inside that is there for who knows what reason because it's not just silence it seems to like be there to keep it from oscillating too much but you want it to oscillate at least the decent amount and you know so you have to mess with these two springs I found it easier just to make my own because they can't get it right Even their trimmers if you want a good trimmer from wall the kind of use their best electromagnetic motor you are going to pay a fortune they have started transitioning to electric DC motors and have been for a long time because everybody wants cordless crap and then when the battery dies they just throw it away.<br /><br />Well I hope you heard me thanks for listening to my TED talk.",
        "asin": "B00BTYYCKK",
        "parent_asin": "B00BTYYCKK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5305,
        "review_text": "I was gifted a different brand shoulder massager that oddly didn't have a brand name anywhere to be found. It broke just past a year of use... figures, Planned obsolescence? Probably. We loved it, it really dug in to the shoulders. and despite my annoyance that it died so quickly we were going to order a new one,  but again I couldn't find a brand name anywhere. Sooooooo, we ordered this one and it's not as good by comparison. Perhaps the \"massager thumbs\" aren't long enough. It's still good and if it's your first time using a shoulder massager like this you'll probably like it but just know there are better ones out there. I ordered this one because it got the most positive reviews. That could be because were all sheep.<br /><br />I do like the car chager and the carrying case. 3.5 stars",
        "asin": "B07DBY2X24",
        "parent_asin": "B07DBY2X24"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5306,
        "review_text": "Quite solid and made to be able to replace batteries rather than plan its obsolescence based on limited battery service, like Phillips did.",
        "asin": "B072YVWBXH",
        "parent_asin": "B072YVWBXH"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5307,
        "review_text": "When it works it works great, but after a few years it starts acting up, it no longer changes strength, randomly starts buzzing in the middle of the night, and when it charges it starts an odd repeating buzzing sequence (one beat long, two beats short, repeated). Seems like planned obsolescence. It's enough to make me try another brand for my next brush",
        "asin": "B00YAR86TG",
        "parent_asin": "B00YAR86TG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5308,
        "review_text": "This is a very nice broom apart from one fatal flaw: The point at which the handle connects to the head is a weak plastic annular cuff that was obviously engineered to break. At least one other reviewer made note of this and included a picture. Ours broke after maybe 6 months of use, and the broom is otherwise in great condition. We need to hold companies accountable for planned (engineered) obsolescence! Not buying from them is a start.",
        "asin": "B004TR6H9I",
        "parent_asin": "B08G5CLSK9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5309,
        "review_text": "I requested to have the existing unit which was just 2 years old replace with a new unit, as the old unit was vibrating to such an extent we could not hold it in our hands. We have used the electronic toothbrush with excellent success, but it seems that early breakdown, and obsolescence is a very strong factor in  your manufacturing this item.<br /><br />Marty Kaplan",
        "asin": "B0013TVEWA",
        "parent_asin": "B07L84KG6P"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5310,
        "review_text": "Value for money but, as with other users, frame cracked after relatively light wear.  Will buy more just because they are funky and fit well but like most China made products, there is built in obsolescence",
        "asin": "B0741D122V",
        "parent_asin": "B0741D122V"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5311,
        "review_text": "Mine broke after a year.  Inherently poor design for durability (stress concentration where handle meets v-loop).  Other than that, it was great and I loved it.  Next time I will find something more durable.  Planned obsolescence at its finest.  Consume-consume-consume.",
        "asin": "B000WM1DZW",
        "parent_asin": "B000WM1DZW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5312,
        "review_text": "Ever since I've become an insured adult, I've taken advantage of those 6-month free dental cleanings that come with the dental insurance plan. My dental hygienist advised that an electric toothbrush may do a better job than doing it manually so I bought this beautiful and mostly-quiet device. Who wants to do manual labor, anyway? My teeth are actually more clean than they would be had I kept using the free toothbrush from the dentist. I'm on my second one of these, the first one lasted a few years. I'm ok with that, because we live in a world of planned obsolescence where stuff and things only last a few years.",
        "asin": "B00CUG26Z4",
        "parent_asin": "B00CUG26Z4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5313,
        "review_text": "I purchased four of these for my family.  None of them lasted more than 12 months, two of them stopped working within 24 hours of each other, and three of them broke down within the same week.  All three units that failed, flashed the \"F\" at me.  None of the reset suggestions mentioned here worked.  All three units were gently used and none of them were washed or had their cords bent or pulled on.  The last one to fail was sitting in my lap while I was quietly reading.  I highly suspect there is engineered obsolescence in these pads to force an annual repurchase.  At $35 each they should last a lot longer.",
        "asin": "B01KVYTV7M",
        "parent_asin": "B095J4YL2H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5314,
        "review_text": "I bought this toothbrush in July of 2018. Today I woke up to find my toothbrush suddenly decided not to turn on. It's also conveniently a couple months past the 2 year warranty. It's been a strong product up to today, and there were no signs indicating that the toothbrush had any issues until it didn't turn back on today. Very, very disappointed if this was planned obsolescence by Philips.",
        "asin": "B078GVH2VJ",
        "parent_asin": "B08BJSKWT2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5315,
        "review_text": "This contains a letter I wrote to WaterPik about their product.<br /><br />\"A little background.  I had the same WaterPik for over 20 years and in that time I replaced the hose twice.  It was a well-made product that I was loathe to retire from service however after 20 years it had other ideas.  Since then I have had nothing but problems from the current models including turning itself on, overheating, then melting the plastic housing and burning out the motor.  It happened during the night, in a power outage and I awoke in the morning to the power being back and found it destroyed.  I was extremely lucky that it did not cause a fire.  At first I thought it was me that somehow left it on in the outage, that is until it happened again to the new one I bought, fortunately I caught that one before it burnt up.  It has not happened since, however I am very cautious about as it is my opinion that the switch has an issue.<br /><br />I am writing to you today because Waterpik has a problem with the current hosing they are producing for the hose/handles.  After a very short period of time the hose gets brittle and fractures.  This happened to me and to my boyfriend and we both had to replace them.  It has become quite apparent to me that the plastics they are using to manufacture the hose has a chemical defect as it should last far longer than my 2.5 years and his 11 months.  Whatever they did in the past worked and the hoses were long lasting, no longer is that the case.  Building in obsolescence in this manner is only going to upset their customers; I know it has both of us.  The thing I found rather ironic and so did Waterpik's customer service representative when I spoke to them, is that their website states: \" To ensure a successful insertion of the repair hose kit coupler, the original hose should be flexible with no indications of cracking or splitting when flexed.\"  If that were the case I would not be replacing it.  They provided a coupler for the WP60 replacement hose, I did not however use it and even though it was a lot of work took apart the unit and replaced it back to the inside nipple.  First, if it was cracked then the remaining hose would be no good either.  Second, why would I want an unsightly splice being visible?  If I had not replaced it back to the nipple then I would have had to buy a whole new unit rather than just a hose.  Hmm, they may want to rethink that as someone might wonder if that was their intent all along.<br /><br />I personally would rather pay more up front for a well-made product that will last 10 to 20 years (like they used to) than buy something that is so cheaply made I must replace or repair it every 3 years.  And while we are on the subject, they recently went to a clear blue reservoir on the Classic WaterPik.  When my one unit burnt up I kept the opaque white reservoir and threw away the new blue one.  The reason being, that while it looks pretty in the short term, clear plastic SCRATCHES where the white is easily cleaned of lime deposits without visible scratching and will maintain its appearance for the life of the unit.  Again, money saving for Waterpik but for the consumer it creates an inferior product.  I wrote all of this in an email to Waterpik and asked that they please stop cheapening their product to save a buck as it makes me want to look elsewhere in the future.  A well-made product will create customer loyalty and right now they are doing the opposite.  Just my opinion, however I am the one with the money.\"<br /><br />They wrote back and said that they now change out the hose from the bottom but did not address any of the other issues except to say they do not design them with \"planned obsolescence\".  Also that they take pride in the Waterpik name and strive to provide quality products.  Never once did they address the issue with the hoses fracturing.  Can you say \"SMOKESCREEN\"?",
        "asin": "B000063SLR",
        "parent_asin": "B000063SLR"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5316,
        "review_text": "Pros<br />The company included their contact information on a sticker on the box<br />The controller remembers the last heat and time setting even when the power is cut<br />Heats up quickly even on the lowest setting<br />Both cord and pad are soft and flexible<br />There is a packet of granules stitched in to each side to keep the pad weighted to the front<br />The power cord is a generous length<br /><br />Cons<br />The low setting is hot enough, so the other 5 levels will go unused<br /><br />Notes<br />The instruction manual can be read without magnification. Operation is straightforward<br /><br />The unit consumes 90W when its on, 0.3W when it is off. The temperature is regulated by constant cycling by the controller. The power factor is poor but that is common for this type of controller and won't matter to the vast majority of users<br /><br />For some reason (planned obsolescence *cough*) almost every heating pad for decades has either been made with a stiff power cord or a stiff heating pad. Then whatever the hard part is fails first. This is nice- both the power cord and the heating pad are soft and flexible<br /><br />The manufacturer seems concerned about the controller\u2019s ability to function under adverse conditions. It recommends that the unit not be plugged in to power without the other end of the cord being plugged in to the heating pad. This might be for safety. The manual recommends using a surge protector. The manual warns against powering with a generator. If a generator is no good then I would assume that anything but a pure sine wave inverter is out of the question<br /><br />The jack where the cord plugs in to the heating pad is held in by friction. There is no latching at all. That said, the fit is sufficiently snug so I wouldn\u2019t anticipate a problem any time soon. The manual recommends avoiding plugging and unplugging the connector at the heating pad to avoid it becoming lose. If it would become lose I\u2019d recommend trying a tiny amount of adhesive on the side of the plug such as E6000<br />https://smile.amazon.com/E6000-237032-Craft-Adhesive-Clear/dp/B004BPHQWU/ref=sr_1_1<br />to give it some holding power- but only a tiny amount so the cable can be removed so the heating pad can be cleaned. Again, I don\u2019t expect this to be an issue for years. The jack fits snug<br /><br />Conclusion<br />My only disappointment is that the range of heat settings are skewed to the hot side. Now to see how long the product lasts<br /><br />Edit: I had expected that as the unit times down towards auto-shuttoff that the lights displaying 120, 90, 60, 30 remaining on the controller would change showing the counting down. Then if you see it get to a shorter time, I had expected to be able to press the original selection and have the timer start over. It does not. The light stays on the original selection and repressing the time doesn't start the timer over unless you change the time to something different then select the one you want. The way it works is not intuitive. It just times out and shuts off even if you had just looked at it and it was displaying 120 minutes. Hopefully the manufacturer updates the program to use the lights to convey more information.",
        "asin": "B0B9BG36N6",
        "parent_asin": "B0BMVQ627J"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5317,
        "review_text": "Our family of two has used this waterpik every night for about 2 1/2 years. Using water irrigation to supplement brushing and flossing has arrested my receding gums and given me a much healthier mouth. So I never again want to do without.<br /><br />But - shouldn't an appliance last more than two years? The water pressure became significantly reduced two years after purchase, and the appliance stopped cold after another six months or so. This seems like planned obsolescence to me, especially when you hear about waterpiks that have lasted 20 years.<br /><br />This is not the kind of quality that keeps me loyal. I'm searching for another brand. I may buy another waterpik, just to keep us going. But I am on the lookout. Any suggestions are warmly welcomed.",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5318,
        "review_text": "Not only did each pair come in its own hard case, they even included a cleaning cloth with each one, and two really good-quality little screwdriver repair tools with the order!<br /><br />And they're built simple and tough, unlike the planned obsolescence racket being run by Foster Grant, etc.",
        "asin": "B08L11JWWZ",
        "parent_asin": "B09MWF1KT4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5319,
        "review_text": "I have had two top of the line Braun rechargeable toothbrushes.  You know the ones with the LCD display that helps you to know what quadrant you are on and how much time you are into your brush?  The most disappointing part of the Braun's is the planned obsolescence in there design.  After three years, you will notice toothpaste all on your hand, all over the toothbrush and all over your shirt from where the shaft becomes smaller and  causes toothpaste to run down the shaft and all over the place.  For years, I would look at Sonic, but their prices were steeper and the brush replacements were costlier.  A friend of mine had the 4100 model and I asked her if she liked it?  She was thrilled with it and did not care for the bells and whistles of the higher ends.  I know myself you are only going to use one speed and will not use the other four speeds they offer on average. There is probably one or two that use all those speeds but most will not.  I purchased this 4100 with the hopes of not going back to Braun.  I am glad to say I am not if I can help it!!!  I like the slender look and basic design.  There is a warning light to tell you when to replace the head. If you use aftermarkets heads, they may not work with the warning light.  The charger base does not take up a lot of space on your bathroom counter.  It took a little getting use to the sonic way of bushing, it kind of tickled a little bit, but I got use to it quick.  The motor changes speed to let you know 30 seconds are up and to move to another quadrant.  I noticed a difference on how mush less my dental hygienist scraped for tarter during my dentist visit.  For traveling, you have a charge for up to three to five days depending on how many times you brush your teeth. The brush heads seem to be more reasonable than in the past for the Sonic toothbrush.  Overall, I am ecstatic to know I do not have to go back to Braun.  I have found a better place with Sonic now!",
        "asin": "B078GVDB19",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZM5H383"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5320,
        "review_text": "Great while the battery lasts but then only useable as a brush, without the vibration. They make it so it is impossible to change the batteries. Planned obsolescence at its finest.",
        "asin": "B003CP12QG",
        "parent_asin": "B003CP12QG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5321,
        "review_text": "We hardly used this the past couple years. I give it 2 stars for the 2 years we hardly used it. I'm tired of products breaking so easily nowadays. It's as if Planned Obsolescence is thought into every product manufactured these days.",
        "asin": "B00BTYYCKK",
        "parent_asin": "B00BTYYCKK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5322,
        "review_text": "These used to be good and would last a reasonable amount of time before needing to be replaced.  Now they are only good for the Dr. Scholls company to make big $$$ as they squish flat in the areas where you need cushioning the most (Heel and Ball of Foot) after 2-3 days and need to be replaced.  The suggested replacement time (6 Months) is laughable - they don't even last 6 days.  This product has become the poster child for a case study of planned obsolescence and corporate greed IMHO.",
        "asin": "B01MQ2K1IA",
        "parent_asin": "B01MQ2K1IA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5323,
        "review_text": "I so hoped I had found a viable substitute for Sonicare, but it is not nearly as strong. I could actually vibrate meat from between my teeth with the basic Sonicare. Be aware that the cheapest Sonicare is just as powerful as the more expensive models. They all have a limited lifespan due to the brush support post becoming lose after a year. Sadly the AquaSonic is not strong enough and creates a tickle vibration only. Don't buy into the higher vibrations rating. That fooled me into thinking it would be stronger than Sonicare. Sadly I am back to paying for a Sonicare with their planned obsolescence or failure.",
        "asin": "B07R8DQHZK",
        "parent_asin": "B07R69Q24R"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5324,
        "review_text": "[[VIDEOID:dc03f05aec55b784575910cc488ca489]] The dab of glue the holds the clasp to the fixture fell apart by coming unglued. I know we live in the age of planned obsolescence but I think 3 months is fair. This product held together for 18 days only",
        "asin": "B07W6QMG21",
        "parent_asin": "B07W6QMG21"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5325,
        "review_text": "The slide power on button is too low a profile and requires too much friction to turn it on.<br /><br />You have to constantly brush out the slide and use a towel or shirt to put enough friction on the slide to turn the brush on.<br /><br />There is no reason, except for built in obsolescence, for the power on button to be such a low profile.<br /><br />I have to drill and tap a screw into the switch to make it easy to turn the brush on.<br /><br />It is such a simple design fix..yet it is not done!!",
        "asin": "B00JJ6MVBW",
        "parent_asin": "B00JJ6MVBW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5326,
        "review_text": "The battery should be easily replaceable; not as forced obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B003UKKHB4",
        "parent_asin": "B003UKKHB4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5327,
        "review_text": "So, while this worked, it worked fairly well. It was a little under-powered at times, not being able to clean completely in between my teeth. But it was extremely convenient, especially after having used their larger units with the water and pump resting by the sink.<br /><br />Now comes the bad part. I purchased this in November 2020. As of this writing, it is February 2023, 3 months beyond their 2 year limited (probably worthless, but still) warranty. The unit will no longer charge. The magnetic charger and the surface it adheres to now just get really hot and won't charge.  Kudos to Waterpik for timing their planned obsolescence just about perfectly. But I am not going to give them another $90 when a similar product is available at 1/2 that price. Even if the other item lasts only as long as this poorly made *ahem* \"item\" I'll still be ahead by $45! And then I can buy a new one of theirs and be ahead $90. So, here's free publicity for what you can expect for your money. I hope I convince many of you to search for a different product to make up for the $90 + tax I flushed down the...sink (shall we say). Way to go Waterpik! You have forever lost a customer.",
        "asin": "B01GNVF8BK",
        "parent_asin": "B08L4SBZ9V"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5328,
        "review_text": "Absolute garbage.  This is my second one trying to give it another chance....1st one starting blinking \u201cF\u201d after 6 months.  Up to that point it was great so I decided I\u2019d give it another shot and maybe I just go a defective one.  Got the 2nd one in Dec2019....got the dreaded \u201cF\u201d again....3 months in.  WTF.  Waste of money.  I\u2019m so mad I fell for it again.  I\u2019m a seasoned product manager and there is no way this is accidental....I suspect planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B01KVYTV7M",
        "parent_asin": "B095J4YL2H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5329,
        "review_text": "If you are lucky, the Spin Mop & Bucket System works perfectly for you right off the bat. But in case your first-time use is like mine, you will need some advice. Let me explain:<br /><br />1) You are instructed to turn the top of three segments of the handle until it clicks in place. We (hubby and I) turned and turned and turned. No click. No staying in place. It kept collapsing, repeatedly.<br /><br />Fix: Wrap the joint securely between the two upper sections with duct tape.<br /><br />2) You are instructed to fill the bucket to the MAX fill line\u2014which is impossible to see with the naked eye due to dark blue lettering on dark blue bucket. Hint: it is on the interior wall of the bucket opposite the spin mechanism.<br /><br />Fix: Shine a strong flashlight into the interior. Locate the MAX line. With your other hand, attach a small strip of duct tape along the line so that you need curse only once.<br /><br />3) You understand you will be activating the spinner with pressing on a foot petal, right? Let me describe the mechanism. The petal goes up and down by way of plastic gears (these are visible without taking it apart). I had to investigate because from the first, the petal was not working well properly. After depressing the pedal, I had to wait until it came back up or use my hand to pull it back up. It was noisy and rough. There were occasional loud popping sounds, making me wonder how long before it broke.<br /><br />Fix: Use cotton swabs dipped into petroleum jelly and dab the teeth of the gears, all that you can reach. Miraculously, all will go beautifully after that.<br /><br />Sigh. Wouldn\u2019t it be great if the maker had chosen to use better quality parts that would perform as expected? I would pay more. We\u2014and the planet--have had enough of planned obsolescence. I am cautiously optimistic that the DIY-improved mop and bucket system will work for a good while. If not, I\u2019ll be back to report. I love the way the now fixed product works. It really does make cleaning floors a breeze.",
        "asin": "B00WSWGVZQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0C43Z7CBY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5330,
        "review_text": "Be careful.  This may not fit you model. Planned obsolescence.  Maybe .",
        "asin": "B00C0ZUOO0",
        "parent_asin": "B07QCDCQWK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5331,
        "review_text": "Compared to batteries I grew up with--they ALL last much less than 40 yrs ago. (Planned obsolescence)--But these DUDS are the worst of all. USELESS--DO NOT BUY.  In fact, don't let someone GIVE you any.  -5 stars!",
        "asin": "B00NIJ27AQ",
        "parent_asin": "B00NIJ27AQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5332,
        "review_text": "Good insoles!  Recommended by my podiatrist.  Have been using them for a few years now.  Will keep using them until something else better comes up or whatever the podiatrist recommends again.  Only issue is the top cover/layer.  I wish it was made from better/sturdier materials.  With $30.00 plus per pair, you would think they will make these things a little bit better; however, they have to continue making money so planned obsolescence I guess.",
        "asin": "B000O5HE14",
        "parent_asin": "B0BJL3MK3H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5333,
        "review_text": "Do not buy!  In the past, I used an older version of a Sonic Care toothbrush that had user replaceable batteries.  This version was equivalent to the rechargeable version.  This newer version has nothing in common with the rechargeable versions.  Philips should be ashamed to put their name on this toothbrush.  It has no power whatsoever.  You would be better off using your finger or a manual toothbrush.  Why Philips makes toothbrushes that are difficult/impossible to change the batteries is exhibit A of poor engineering and design.  This is compounded by the fact that the typical user simply throws it away.  (Planned obsolescence).  While I think the Sonic Care toothbrush is an effective product to clean your teeth, Philips needs to be held accountable for manufacturing products designed to be thrown out that are bad for the environment and bad for the consumer simply to make more cash.  I should have listened to the other reviewers that rated this poorly.  Do yourself a favor and pass on this one.",
        "asin": "B00NL2AOPU",
        "parent_asin": "B00O37PTPM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5334,
        "review_text": "As many have already stated, if you don't need the fancy travel case and the tongue brush mode, you're better off buying the 5000. That said, while I don't think they're worth the markup, I decided I wanted the tongue brush mode option and bought it anyway. Essentially 50 bucks extra for a tongue scraper, yeah...<br /><br />Anyway, I rate this only 2 out of 5 because:<br />1. The aforementioned reasons<br />2. The awful battery. In this day and age, I do not think it's acceptable to incorporate such a lousy battery tech into a flagship device.  I mean, come on... 24hrs for a full charge that only lasts a week of regular use? That translates to a mere whopping 14 minutes, then you'll need to recharge for at least 2 hours to squeeze 2 minutes of brushing time. For a top-of-the-line electronic product. Wow.<br />The worst part is that it's non-replaceable. Once the battery has reached the end of its lifetime, instead of simply purchasing a new replacement battery or sending it to some Oral-B/Braun service center for battery replacement, the manual actually instructs you to just throw away the entire toothbrush - a perfectly good, working piece of hardware, just because the internal batteries are dead. Are you for real, Oral-B/Braun?<br /><br />This is a premium DISPOSABLE electric toothbrush, folks. It's intentionally designed so that the whole thing is destroyed if the battery is removed. I'd rather this was some conspiracy bulls***, but what I just said is written in clear text with illustrations right in the manual. Unbelievable.<br /><br />Don't get me wrong, I actually like this product. Its cleaning capabilities are amazing, and I even find the somewhat gimmicky SmartGuide to be useful. But the battery issue really kills it, enough to knock it down to 2 stars and a solid DO NOT RECOMMEND from me.<br /><br />Update 2014/11/26:<br />Someone left a comment and deleted it while I was writing up a response. I've decided to append my reply here since I believe the commenter raised a few valid points that I'd like to address.<br /><br />Thanks for your input, I'm glad the product is still going strong for you.<br /><br />I actually don't doubt the build quality of the toothbrush, rather I'm criticizing the \"planned obsolescence\" route they took when developing it. There is absolutely no reason to design it so that the product is destroyed if the battery needs removal. I find it highly unlikely to be an engineering limitation as you suggested. For example, although a different product category, Sony makes waterproof smartphones (the latest model Z3 has an amazing IPX8 rating), yet it can still be serviced, including battery replacement, without destroying the entire phone. Obviously, it can be done.<br />Additionally, I didn't say it has to be designed for end user replacement, I mentioned the possibility of sending it in for servicing, but that's not even an option for the Black 7000.<br /><br />I'm sure there has been some improvement in battery technology since you bought yours 8 years ago. Yet according to the numbers given in the manual and your experience, it seems the battery performance is pretty much still the same as it was 8 years ago. I suppose one can argue that it's a cost factor for budget devices, but how is it acceptable for a flagship device?<br /><br />Recently I had the chance of bringing the Black 7000 on a 5 day vacation trip. I intentionally left the charger at home to see how the battery fares in real world scenarios. There were two users, brushed twice daily, I used standard mode and my wife uses the sensitive mode, no usage past the preset time of 2 minutes.<br />Day 1 - Performed same as it was at home; remaining battery end of day is 3 bars.<br />Day 2 - Noticeable degrade in motor power, I'd wager it was running at ~80% of original brushing level; 2 bars left<br />Day 3 - Similar to Day 2; 2 bars left<br />Day 4 - Significantly dropped performance, sounds like it was struggling to keep going; 1 bar left<br />Day 5 - Only used once in the morning, felt like it was gasping for air; battery indicator flashed red<br />Can't say I was impressed with the battery life. The next time I'm on a trip for more than 4 days, I'm bringing the charger as well. Unfortunately, the premium travel case does not accommodate the charger, you'd have to pack it in a separate pouch (included).<br /><br />It's not a myth that battery degrades over time, it's science. Eventually, the battery will die, period. When that happens, your premium electric toothbrush becomes either a pain in the ass to use since it can't hold a charge, or becomes a fancy relic destined for the dump. But why should it?<br /><br />Note: Interestingly, I could not find a waterproof rating for the Black 7000 in the manual or on their website.",
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        "parent_asin": "B00F9X34XS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5335,
        "review_text": "As many have already stated, if you don't need the fancy travel case and the tongue brush mode, you're better off buying the 5000. That said, while I don't think they're worth the markup, I decided I wanted the tongue brush mode option and bought it anyway. Essentially 50 bucks extra for a tongue scraper, yeah...<br /><br />Anyway, I rate this only 2 out of 5 because:<br />1. The aforementioned reasons<br />2. The awful battery. In this day and age, I do not think it's acceptable to incorporate such a lousy battery tech into a flagship device.  I mean, come on... 24hrs for a full charge that only lasts a week of regular use? That translates to a mere whopping 14 minutes, then you'll need to recharge for at least 2 hours to squeeze 2 minutes of brushing time. For a top-of-the-line electronic product. Wow.<br />The worst part is that it's non-replaceable. Once the battery has reached the end of its lifetime, instead of simply purchasing a new replacement battery or sending it to some Oral-B/Braun service center for battery replacement, the manual actually instructs you to just throw away the entire toothbrush - a perfectly good, working piece of hardware, just because the internal batteries are dead. Are you for real, Oral-B/Braun?<br /><br />This is a premium DISPOSABLE electric toothbrush, folks. It's intentionally designed so that the whole thing is destroyed if the battery is removed. I'd rather this was some conspiracy bulls***, but what I just said is written in clear text with illustrations right in the manual. Unbelievable.<br /><br />Don't get me wrong, I actually like this product. Its cleaning capabilities are amazing, and I even find the somewhat gimmicky SmartGuide to be useful. But the battery issue really kills it, enough to knock it down to 2 stars and a solid DO NOT RECOMMEND from me.<br /><br />Update 2014/11/26:<br />Someone left a comment and deleted it while I was writing up a response. I've decided to append my reply here since I believe the commenter raised a few valid points that I'd like to address.<br /><br />Thanks for your input, I'm glad the product is still going strong for you.<br /><br />I actually don't doubt the build quality of the toothbrush, rather I'm criticizing the \"planned obsolescence\" route they took when developing it. There is absolutely no reason to design it so that the product is destroyed if the battery needs removal. I find it highly unlikely to be an engineering limitation as you suggested. For example, although a different product category, Sony makes waterproof smartphones (the latest model Z3 has an amazing IPX8 rating), yet it can still be serviced, including battery replacement, without destroying the entire phone. Obviously, it can be done.<br />Additionally, I didn't say it has to be designed for end user replacement, I mentioned the possibility of sending it in for servicing, but that's not even an option for the Black 7000.<br /><br />I'm sure there has been some improvement in battery technology since you bought yours 8 years ago. Yet according to the numbers given in the manual and your experience, it seems the battery performance is pretty much still the same as it was 8 years ago. I suppose one can argue that it's a cost factor for budget devices, but how is it acceptable for a flagship device?<br /><br />Recently I had the chance of bringing the Black 7000 on a 5 day vacation trip. I intentionally left the charger at home to see how the battery fares in real world scenarios. There were two users, brushed twice daily, I used standard mode and my wife uses the sensitive mode, no usage past the preset time of 2 minutes.<br />Day 1 - Performed same as it was at home; remaining battery end of day is 3 bars.<br />Day 2 - Noticeable degrade in motor power, I'd wager it was running at ~80% of original brushing level; 2 bars left<br />Day 3 - Similar to Day 2; 2 bars left<br />Day 4 - Significantly dropped performance, sounds like it was struggling to keep going; 1 bar left<br />Day 5 - Only used once in the morning, felt like it was gasping for air; battery indicator flashed red<br />Can't say I was impressed with the battery life. The next time I'm on a trip for more than 4 days, I'm bringing the charger as well. Unfortunately, the premium travel case does not accommodate the charger, you'd have to pack it in a separate pouch (included).<br /><br />It's not a myth that battery degrades over time, it's science. Eventually, the battery will die, period. When that happens, your premium electric toothbrush becomes either a pain in the ass to use since it can't hold a charge, or becomes a fancy relic destined for the dump. But why should it?<br /><br />Note: Interestingly, I could not find a waterproof rating for the Black 7000 in the manual or on their website.",
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    {
        "unique_id": 5336,
        "review_text": "I wish people would talk about how long their WaterPik lasted! I have one for 5 years about 15 years ago and was happy with that. Since then in the last 3 1/2 years I have had 3 WaterPik machines break down. I never did like built-in obsolescence!<br /> It worked well enough on the gums and teeth \u2013 I love water flossers.  the idea is great, however now there are other machines which will give WaterPik a run for their money. Previously they were a monopoly \u2013 now I will try another brand since my last one just broke another hose and I can't use it.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5337,
        "review_text": "The only reason why I'm giving it a four and not a five is because it is advertised as very quiet. It is the same noise as all the others I'd seen and tried.<br /><br />I have also had other sonicare electric toothbrushes in the past and the batteries went after two years.  I wrote Phillips at the time and they never replied. That to me is lousy business! However, that's the way things are looking nowadays.  Two years \u2013That is a little bit too much built-in obsolescence for me! I will let you know if these batteries last more than three years \u2013 and if it happens less I will let you know that as well.<br /><br /> I do have to say, I take very good care of my teeth and have for years with the water picking and brushing. I absolutely feel less plaque utilizing this electric toothbrush \u2013 so that's why I gave it a four because it really works! It will turn into a five if the batteries last\u2026",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5338,
        "review_text": "1 yr. later:<br />if you think that 1 yr. is good enough for a water pick to las - then it is a great product! i feel 5 years is more acceptable. so i give a 2 star rating as it is still good for the teeth but unacceptable built in obsolescence! my last water pick lasted 2 years - also unacceptable to me. maybe it is just the WATER PIK products are NO GOOD anymore???<br /><br />great cleaning power! but the others that say it is loud are correct! the water container is nice and big - let's me do my whole mouth with plenty of water! i have only had this a few months, so i will update you re. BUILT-IN OBSOLESCENCE! the other water-pik unit i had i loved till the stupid tube broke and i could not repair it. this is unacceptable!!! i had a unit years ago and had it for 5 years - and never broke! shame on you water-pik! but i will update you on this unit. it cleans great and my teeth/gums/dentist sees the difference!",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5339,
        "review_text": "Honestly, I didn't believe the hype til I saw it with my own eyes.  I'm a self professed sponge snob...  they all seem to be made under the &#34;planned obsolescence&#34; rule where it works for a week then rapidly disintegrates, forcing you to replace it.  Not so here!  This sucker is solid, scrubby, non-stick, and non-stinky.  They rinse clean, scrub hard, and the sponge portion doesn't pull away from the scrubber back.  I'm a convert.  Duly impressed.  Finally a product worth buying....",
        "asin": "B007C5IH4C",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5340,
        "review_text": "This scale broke after a few months. Save yourself the planned obsolescence and buy a better scale.",
        "asin": "B001KXZ808",
        "parent_asin": "B09XWN127J"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5341,
        "review_text": "Beware of Sonicare's planned obsolescence.  I bought the Sonicare Crest i8500 IntelliClean Toothbrush in about 2006 (retail $120) but cannot find a replacement brush head.  The customer service rep told me the model was discontinued.  He then offered me a 15% discount on a new Sonicare toothbrush(!) So much for their self-touted, \"sense and simplicity\".  I won't get fooled again!",
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        "parent_asin": "B003QYFVRY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5342,
        "review_text": "I've been using these for a couple of years, they saved me a lot on the long roads and at techno raves.<br /><br />Don't know why, but the music at raves is always overwhelmingly loud to the point when it's distorted and damaging to your hearing.<br /><br />With this solution I stopped experiencing ringing (!) in my ears after raves, also known as tinitus.<br /><br />The sound is very close to what you hear without them, but quieter.<br /><br />These are the original product if I understand that right, and there were many similar products introduced during the last couple of years which I didn't try, just because I trust Etimotic's sound expertise more than all the other brands due to the obvious reasons.<br /><br />The downside is that these are built with planned obsolescence in mind. The glue to which tuning filters are attached is dying with time.<br /><br />Product will still serve years not months, which is reasonable, but I feel that those tuning filters could a be more robust permanent solution, which would mean that I'd not order this second pair.",
        "asin": "B00RM6Q5HM",
        "parent_asin": "B0C7JJP62N"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5343,
        "review_text": "\"Planned obsolescence describes a strategy of deliberately ensuring that the current version of a given product will become out of date or useless within a known time period. This proactive move guarantees that consumers will seek replacements in the future, thus bolstering demand.\"<br />My first pair lasted over 3 years. When they broke, I bought 2 more in June of last year. Both have since broken, one in half, the other pictured here. At 25 bucks a pop I guess it's back to the dollar store readers.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5344,
        "review_text": "Mine broke after three months of light use, so that the squeezable spray pump lever in the handle no longer would cause the cleaner solution to come out. Worse, the plastic casing around the handle and shaft are sealed with \"star drive\" screws that are so tightly screwed in and sometimes so inaccessible that you can't remove them with hex wrenches without destroying the bevels. So, unless you know exactly what to go out and buy, you can't fix it and for $39.99 Bona has created a large chunk of annoying landfill, all for the sake of saving money on construction. I wouldn't recommend getting this. If you simply can't find anything better, then get the one they make with a refillable cartridge, not the resource-wasteful disposable ones like this one: [[ASIN:B002BFK4MQ Bona Hardwood Floor Spray Mop w/ Refillable Cartridge]]<br /><br />As an update to the above, which was my initial review, my friend and I spent an hour with a star drive bit that he went and found and used some considerable patience getting all the screws out. There was one screw, just above the squeezable spray pump lever in the handle that was so inaccessible that we had to carve away some of the plastic around the opening to get at it. Bear in mind that each of us charge for our time when we do contract work, so this time spent on searching for the bit and working on the thing was probably worth several of these contraptions. Anyway, we separated the plastic casing parts to open the handle and shaft up where the squeezable lever was inserted and found that a projection on the inside of the lever had broken away.<br /><br />From some basic reverse engineering, we determined that the squeezable lever sits in a fulcrum and, when you squeeze it, a projection transfers the force to some hidden sprung mechanism that causes the pump sprayer to spray and then pops up again when you release. They had crafted this force-bearing lever and projection with a thin piece of plastic (just over 1/16\" thick). It takes a fair bit of force to do the pump spraying and you will do it again an again while using this thing. Would you make the critical part that transfers the force from hand to pump mechanism out of 1/16\" thick plastic? You can look \"planned obsolescence\" up in Wikipedia. I can't help imagining that there are lots of these things lying in landfill all because of a tiny point of failure.",
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        "parent_asin": "B09KQK7KJW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5345,
        "review_text": "Before buying this wonderful toothbrush I'd done a thorough and meticulous research for several weeks.<br />This is my first electric brush and like other people I wanted to spend my money on a good, high quality one, which would serve me effectively for long long time. Initially, and it's predictable, I wanted to buy a famous &#34;Phillips sonic-care&#34; brush, but the more I deepened into the matter of a subject the more flaws and lemons I discovered.<br />First of all, It's incredibly overblown prices. 150, 200 dollars for an electric toothbrush? Really? Are you Serious?<br /><br />Secondly, many people complained that after around 12 months of use their beloved &#34;Sonic Care&#34; brush suddenly died.<br /> IMHO, this could be due to so-called &#34;Planned Obsolescence&#34; when manufactures deliberately design their products to fail after a certain amount of time. This is done to make customers to buy a new product from the same manufacturer. Thus, allowing them to make huge profits from this turnaround. There is a really good documentary on this subject called &#34;The light bulb conspiracy.Planned obsolescence&#34;<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfbbF3oxf-E<br /> To understand this situation I recommend to watch it.<br />You know, I would certainly  buy an expensive Sonic care brush, invest my money into it if I were confident that this brush will steadily work for several years. But excuse me, I not ready to spent on this crap 200 bucks every year. This is rip-off. The greediness of manufacturers just sickens me.<br />So, why I chose Panasonic toothbrush?<br />First of all because of quality. The body is manufactured and assembled in Japan. Period.<br />Second, it really cleans my teeth very well.<br />Third, it's a reasonable price.<br />Fourth, If something happens to the battery. You can unscrew your toothbrush and replace it.<br />Fifth, I haven't heard so far any complaints from customers on its short longevity. And I hope mine will serve me for a long time.",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5346,
        "review_text": "Mixed feelings on this one. I've been using it for quite a few years now. I like how it works, when it works. It's just that the brush heads and the brush itself wears out a lot quicker than I like. I generally have to change the heads once a month or so. What happens is while that the bristles themselves aren't really worn down at that point, the head itself loses its back and forth rotation. It might \"appear\" to be still be turning, but check it in the mirror when there is pressure on it, i.e. against your teeth and gums, or test it against your fingernail, and you'll see when it's no longer effective. At that point, it's just basically vibrating in your mouth without cleaning anything. Folks who use this regularly should check for this. It took me a while to realize that after a month or so, I was merely pretending to brush my teeth but not really cleaning anything. Also, once the head wears, the seam/gap between the main piece and the rotating brush part loosens and widens quite a bit and pinches the insides of your mouth.<br /><br />The brush itself tends to wear out after about 4 to 5 months, where once again it still \"appears\" to be working, but if you check carefully, you'll find that even if you put a new head in there, the rotating properties diminish greatly. I think the inner mechanism simply wears out by then, and no longer connects and moves the brush head as well. Yes, once again, let's all thank corporate America for \"Planned Obsolescence\".<br /><br />I used to use Sonic Care. The $125 model I bought was good, but no longer held a charge after 2 years. How convenient for Sonic Care. Then I tried their battery operated $40 model, which worked OK but had a really stupidly designed battery cap which allowed water to flow into the compartment. Wow, that's TITANICALLY STUPID!!! Anyway, found this and works OK ... and have been using it since. However, not without the stated reservations. If one were to change the brush and brush heads as often as necessary (which I do), it's not really all that cheap to use. It's actually pretty expensive to use. About 10 to 12 heads and 2 or 3 brushes a year. Do the math. If I find a better alternative, I'll switch without too much nostalgia, ha ha.<br /><br />Note: I do want to state that my brushing routine is probably a lot more thorough and longer than most (about 5 minutes per session), so others may get a longer \"effective life\" than I get. But still, can't imagine their recommendation of changing the heads every 3 months being adequate. Folks who use this really should monitor the \"TRUE effective life\" of their brushes and heads, otherwise you might \"think\" you're brushing your teeth, but might actually be doing nothing to effectively \"clean\" them.<br /><br />Hope this is helpful.<br /><br />Cheers",
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    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5347,
        "review_text": "Liked everything about this pad- except for the fact that it stopped working after one year.<br />Either made poorly or planned obsolescence.",
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        "parent_asin": "B09W9MGV62"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5348,
        "review_text": "These lighters eventually fail to light at all, the valves eventually closing up, preventing enough gas vapor to pass.  This happened slowly, with both lighters, neither of which are worth anything at this point.  Seems like planned obsolescence to me.<br />Other than that, they're okay.  But what good is a lighter that won't light?  A waste of money.  A lack of having a lighter.  No thanks.",
        "asin": "B08XZ5GVJZ",
        "parent_asin": "B09FPZNWRX"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5349,
        "review_text": "These are amazing! I think the regular grocery-store bought yellow rubber gloves have planned obsolescence. I need them to wash dishes and/or load them in the dish washer because I have eczema. I usually go through the regular ones in a week or two, they get tears and holes...or the right hand one gets tears and holes and I have to through both away. I've had this for almost a month and they're still going strong. They also feel better and I feel like I have more dexterity.",
        "asin": "B01GDTYODA",
        "parent_asin": "B01GDTYODA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5350,
        "review_text": "Lasted a grand total of six months.  Power button gets stuck now - making it completely useless.  Worked pretty well until the power button issue.  I get planned obsolescence by companies, but come on, six months is a ridiculously short life span for a product.",
        "asin": "B07S1TTDDX",
        "parent_asin": "B0C8FX8ZYZ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5351,
        "review_text": "Title says it all, the sprayer broke after about a week, trust all the bad reviews and do not buy! Tried taking it apart to repair it, but it's a shattered plastic mechanism that is not repairable. This is planned obsolescence at its best! This type of cheap manufacturing creates a ridiculous amount of plastic waste. Designers should be ashamed of themselves.",
        "asin": "B088M5QLWP",
        "parent_asin": "B09DCLHXZV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5352,
        "review_text": "EDITED REVIEW:<br /><br />After my first scale was deemed defective, customer service very quickly and promptly got me a replacement scale.  Since then, it has worked perfectly.  It's an attractive scale and accurate -- even if I wish it was off by, you know, -10 lbs or so :)<br /><br />Customer service didn't ask me to update my review or anything, but I think they were very helpful and I really appreciate that in today's planned obsolescence consumerist world.",
        "asin": "B001KXZ808",
        "parent_asin": "B09XWN127J"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5353,
        "review_text": "This is my second Waterpik Ultra, and \"planned obsolescence\" is doing its job. This thing is not like the first one I bought about 5 years ago. First thing that disappointed me is the water pressure. When I set it to the highest level, 10, it only feels like 5 in my old one when it was brand new. I guess it has a weaker motor. The over all build quality has gotten worse. The switch feels weak, it doesn't snap on and off like the older one. The water picks up a bad plastic taste. Perhaps this product is being made with cheaper quality plastics. I hope I don't get sick from a product that is supposed to keep my mouth healthy. I will say one good thing about it. It still does its job.",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5354,
        "review_text": "Charged them and put in my electric dead bolt door lock and was depleted when I got home and had to call a locksmith. 180.00 this cost me. Recharabpe batteries don\u2019t work anymore just another product obsolescence issue",
        "asin": "B001B31O6O",
        "parent_asin": "B09CY6DYZB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5355,
        "review_text": "It's amazing ...but planned obsolescence at its finest. I bought it 16 months ago and the internal lining has completely fallen off after nightly use. I think I had set The North Face  standards on it (gear built to survive atomic blasts and water filtration built in) ...so I disappointed myself in that regard.",
        "asin": "B00FJQFJX8",
        "parent_asin": "B0BFG3LY8F"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5356,
        "review_text": "I had a waterpik which started having problems after a year (planned obsolescence, LA water...Who knows). I bought this hoping for better longevity but it is disappointing. I like the layout of the reservoir and controls but it is not nearly as powerful as the water pick and the reservoir is way to small. Just my opinion (humble as it may be)",
        "asin": "B000F54AQA",
        "parent_asin": "B000F54AQA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5357,
        "review_text": "This is a faultless pill organizer for those with small to medium amounts of pills of which to keep track. As a long time user of a similar system, I can attest to the convenience and helpfulness of such a system. But the details of the SSN design are more than eye candy. The days of the week are color coded using the same order electronic components use to identify value. If you have worked in electronics, you will probably appreciate this feature. SSN includes extra stickers, should the writing fade or rub off the pill boxes. SSN doesn't believe in planned obsolescence! Even though my needs require a larger capacity, I am not returning this product. I will be proud to give this to a friend, proud to have discovered such a practical, well designed and attractive item.",
        "asin": "B0193UCV4U",
        "parent_asin": "B0193UCV4U"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5358,
        "review_text": "These glasses fill a niche that I haven\u2019t been able to find with other readers...very little magnification at the top, medium distance in the middle and high magnification for actual reading up close at the bottom, with no lines to interrupt the field of vision. Unfortunately, as many, many others have noted, the frames are cheesy hot garbage and will snap at many spots including the bridge and the corners where the frames are thinnest; also, the black paint does come off the frames in the unlikely event that these last more than 4-5 months. These faults are not unique to the plastic framed multifocus Foster Grants; just had a standard one-power pair of FG readers that I use very sparingly for photo editing snap at the corner. I always kept those in the case when not wearing them and never strained them. Foster Grant\u2019s plastic frames are absolute crap but unfortunately I have not found a better solution as I hate taking glasses on and off constantly. This is planned obsolescence with a vengeance, and is borderline criminal for a set of reading glasses that costs $35 and never last for more than a few months.  Foster Grant is ripping off their customers with these crap frames that snap in half at a moment\u2019s notice. I could have bought a nice set or two of Ray Bans. In the future I will go to an optometrist and see If I can get some<br />custom readers with decent frames made for me instead of wasting more cash on these.",
        "asin": "B00NHUV0M2",
        "parent_asin": "B00NIE0NGQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5359,
        "review_text": "Would be great except blades replacements cost almost as much as shaver and don't last that long.  Product appears to be a victim of programed obsolescence.  Unfortunately, all other brands seem to suffer from the same condition.  Quality products hard to find today.",
        "asin": "B001AJ8YGC",
        "parent_asin": "B001AJ8YGC"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5360,
        "review_text": "After 3 cycles, one battery only recharged to 0.9V.<br />Miscalculated planned obsolescence?",
        "asin": "B00JHKSN76",
        "parent_asin": "B00QGBZTXA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5361,
        "review_text": "There are no cloth pads I know of that have anything to prevent bunching. I do like the obsolescence. Prefer the white over black so I can tell if it obsorbed anything.",
        "asin": "B09VT1CLKW",
        "parent_asin": "B09VSYNTF4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5362,
        "review_text": "I've had the unit for a year in a vacation home where it has been sporadically used. The unit stopped working, so I tried a new remote - nothing.  I tried the power switch (which is well-hidden on the side of the plastic inner liner) - nothing.  Planned obsolescence is one thing, but this is ridiculous.  I'd never buy another diffuser from this company.",
        "asin": "B01M5GBCGE",
        "parent_asin": "B085Z1FP1L"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5363,
        "review_text": "One of my heads didn't even last two months and now I cannot return it or get a refund. They build them so they will break after a certain amount of time so you will come back to buy more, it's called engineered obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0085RZLQ8",
        "parent_asin": "B0085RZLQ8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5364,
        "review_text": "Manufacturer made a change.  Bags are too thin; not as substantial as initially produced.<br />Planned obsolescence to require bags not last as long?  Very disappointed. Tried to find<br />producer to send comment to customer service; unable to find.  Will be looking for an<br />alternative.",
        "asin": "B0011TMP3Y",
        "parent_asin": "B0011TMP3Y"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5365,
        "review_text": "Packable sound machine is great for sleep in a strange place.  I used ours in Russia with the batteries so I didn't need all the<br />Connectors for plugging it in.  I read all the poor reviews and consider myself lucky to have never had it quit on me.  You need to realize that electronics no longer last very long.  This includes washing machines and refrigerators.  It's called built in obsolescence. I have given this one to<br />Students as well as grandparents.",
        "asin": "B00A2JBMRE",
        "parent_asin": "B092SW9BX3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5366,
        "review_text": "I've had quite a few electronic toothbrushes over the years. I always thought highly of sonicare.... until this morning... I've had and been enjoying this toothbrush for quite a while, about a little over 2 years... today it failed me. Went to brush my teeth this morning and I got a crazy noise/vibration from the handle. Loud with almost no brushing... and its apparently out of warranty, so it's about $5/month for this toothbrush... or $0.20 a day... planned obsolescence I assume.",
        "asin": "B078GVDB18",
        "parent_asin": "B08BDHKY8X"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5367,
        "review_text": "Great toothbrush while it lasted, but planned obsolescence and a 24 month warranty means I have to replace mine after just 2 years... The quality is not there, would not recommend.",
        "asin": "B078GVDB18",
        "parent_asin": "B08BDHKY8X"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5368,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence? It\u2019s been 367 days since I bought it and it\u2019s broken now. It won\u2019t charge. Just blinks. I can\u2019t factory reset it too",
        "asin": "B078GVDB18",
        "parent_asin": "B08BDHKY8X"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5369,
        "review_text": "I have had gradually deteriorating hearing for years. Last year I tried state-of-the-art hearing aids for three months and found that no matter how hard I tried, I could hear ambient noises that were completely overwhelming and could hear voices less than before. I had no way of adjusting the hearing aids, other than taking time out of my busy days to visit the outfit that loaned them to me. Sometimes, and in fact most of the time, that was a huge nuisance or outright impossible, like when I was traveling for example.<br />So, when I first tried the Wear and Hear, I was agreeably surprised that the overall improvement in my hearing was far better than with the hearing aids I had tried. It seemed to me that human voices were clearer and ambient noises were less overwhelming. But, even more delightful is that I could actually try different settings myself by means of the controls around my neck. To be able to have a say in how the device works is greatly rewarding, even if I still have to work at understanding and using the settings to their best effect. It requires some trials and errors and a bit of in-depth reading. However, I have to say that even just out of the box, I am enjoying the hearing improvements greatly. Lastly, the batteries are rechargeable, a far cry from the costly standard hearing aids out there.<br /><br />The only negative is that the batteries are not replaceable. I read that they will last for about 300 charges. That is less than a year. I consider that a serious issue. The fact that the batteries are not replaceable feels like \u201cdesigned obsolescence\u201d which I find obnoxious. I hope and trust that the manufacturer/marketer will suffer great pangs of guilt from this decision and will incorporate changeable batteries immediately (and make that retro-active!)<br />Addendum: Now that I. Have worn these off and on for many months, I have found one other problem: the (silicon?) ear pieces that fit over the ear pieces fall off every time you use them. These little parts roll to the floor or in the chair or even stay in your ear but they don\u2019t stay attached the the ear pieces where they should. Amazingly, until last week I was always able to find them again. Now I can\u2019t find one of them so I came back to Amazon to order the missing part. To my surprise the device is no longer available and I haven\u2019t found how to get in touch with the manufacturer. I will continue to look for contact info but I shouldn\u2019t have to spend this much time looking for this kind of info. Hopefully someone reads this and gets back to me.",
        "asin": "B084DHJL1V",
        "parent_asin": "B084DHJL1V"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5370,
        "review_text": "Enjoyed the first few days of use.  It's sunny, colorful, and cute.  The lemon scent is barely noticeable; I have an excellent sense of smell and could barely detect it.  The sponge cleans adequately.  The main problem is the sponge does NOT LAST.  If you are lucky, you might get 3-4 weeks' use out of it before it tears at the &#34;smile&#34; and begins to take on gruesome, demonic sneer which seems to laugh at you....&#34;moo hoo hoo ha ha ha.... you paid $7 for a sponge that you can't keep on using.... sucker.&#34;  I won't buy again on principle.  I understand that products have built-in obsolescence, but the public doesn't have to stand for it just because Shark Tank invested in it.  I can't afford $7 X 12 months = $84 a year on a kitchen sponge, even if it is cute for a few days.  I'm going back to Dobie.",
        "asin": "B00NGWJCIA",
        "parent_asin": "B00NGWJCIA"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5371,
        "review_text": "Made for obsolescence!<br />Poor design for wheel attachments, came loose 1st day of usage.",
        "asin": "B079PG3BR3",
        "parent_asin": "B079PG3BR3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5372,
        "review_text": "[[VIDEOID:77a00502c6ec9848b5347508861df30a]] I bought the Waterpik in January 2019 despite several reviews that warned that the build quality of Waterpik products had gone down in recent years. There were not many other options if I wanted a water flosser so I was hoping the issues were overblown and that I'd be lucky. Unfortunately, as you can see in my attached video, I too am having issues with my Waterpik. After almost 3 years of use, the tip of my Waterpik will no longer lock in place. The locking mechanism has always felt very flimsy and I have little doubt that this is a case of planned obsolescence. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this product since it appears Waterpik has designed it to fail after 3 years. It is within warranty so hopefully, I will get a free replacement but I despise being forced to deal with an RMA process that is likely onerous because Waterpik wants to increase their profits.",
        "asin": "B072JFVXSY",
        "parent_asin": "B0C4JSZBF4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5373,
        "review_text": "I own the Sonic Complete and while the toothbrush functions okay, the issue is the battery. Batteries last 3-5 years (meaning 3 years), AND once the battery is exhausted and no longer holds a charge, you have to throw away the entire unit.<br /><br />The company's explanation is that the unit is water tight so removing the battery breaks that seal. This is horrific design flaw - if they wanted they could allow for battery replacement.<br /><br />BUT...allowing battery replacement means you wouldn't have to BUY AN ENTIRE NEW UNIT.<br /><br />So...essentially the consumer is being held hostage to a company that's designed a product that has to be thrown away.<br /><br />LASTLY...there is no easy means of recycling. I was told I had to go to a Braun service center. On Long Island. 30+ miles away. That's irresponsible. A company should stand behind their product; offer, at the very least, a reasonable outlet to recycle something. If you build in \"planned obsolescence\" at least give the customer an easy means to recycle the darn thing.<br /><br />And, like I said, design a product where the battery can be replaced. I won't be buying a new one.",
        "asin": "B001CX4JSS",
        "parent_asin": "B001CX4JSS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5374,
        "review_text": "I had been given two diffusers bought from Amazon for Christmas.  Neither worked!  I bought this one on February 2 and it worked great UNTIL TWO DAYS AGO!!  No more mist, ergo, no more scent.  It's dead in the water; busted; worthless!  OF COURSE, the return date was on March 4!  Planned obsolescence?  Duh!  What do you think?  I think I've been had!  DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME, MONEY OR SANITY on purchasing this piece of junk!  I'm so sick of buying not inexpensive items that either don't work from the get go or last only until the return date has passed.  Any help from Amazon?  I can't even find a phone number just a bunch of pages telling me NOTHING!  DISGUSTING!  I want my $35 +tax back!",
        "asin": "B07CZDNPPY",
        "parent_asin": "B07CZDFCB1"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5375,
        "review_text": "i wish they could make them to last longer. i think planned obsolescence is part of manufacturing process.",
        "asin": "B0085RZLQS",
        "parent_asin": "B0085RZLQS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5376,
        "review_text": "Three cheers to Welch Allen!<br /><br />I bought an otoscope/ophthalmoscope kit to use for physical diagnosis back when I was in medical school in the early 80's. It really hasn't seen much use since then as I never needed to carry one around in my pocket and we use slightly different models in the office, as does the hospital.<br /><br />Well, it's time for it to be used again. Of course the battery would not take a charge. I was thinking I'd have to buy a new kit. To my wonderment, Welch Allen still uses and sells the same battery. No planned obsolescence as with most items these days. Kudos!<br /><br />The battery arrived in two days. takes and holds a charge, and the kit works as it should. And I'm a happy buyer.",
        "asin": "B000M2TTOO",
        "parent_asin": "B000M2TTOO"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5377,
        "review_text": "I have to admit it is a good deal except they're built with obsolescence..the screws come off they don't tighten them very much and you can't put any kind other screw ( proprietary ) in there for the hinges so when you first get them you really have to tighten them nice and tight and probably tighten them maybe once a week or every 2 weeks<br /> ( or get some Loctite, etc. ) because if you lose a screw then // well.. you know you're screwed..lol..",
        "asin": "B085G83F81",
        "parent_asin": "B09J6N7Y26"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5378,
        "review_text": "Received this thing from Amazon in early July, 2012.  I was replacing a scale that I had for about three years.  This lasted 3 MONTHS.  Talk about built-in-obsolescence!  I am furious and don't know if I will ever pay attention to reviews that have been posted about anything I buy.  What happened to quality control.",
        "asin": "B0000E2PEI",
        "parent_asin": "B0B9V49K6J"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5379,
        "review_text": "Before I started growing my beard out, I used this 2-3 times per week to cultivate the 5 o'clock shadow look. I used it 2-3 times per week for more than a year, and it's been outstanding. I rarely need to clean it. The guards are easy to switch out. And it's got a rechargeable battery. I bought this assuming it would have planned obsolescence, but it does not seem to. Great product!",
        "asin": "B000FED5DU",
        "parent_asin": "B000FED5DU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5380,
        "review_text": "This is of course better than a manual toothbrush, and for the price and rechargability, I give it three stars. However, I was used to a more expensive sonic toothbrush, which really cleaned much better; I tried this one because I got frustrated that two in a row of the others broke, and I was tired of shelling out so much money of a product with clearly planned obsolescence. However, you get what you pay for...with periodontal disease, I have to go back to the more expensive products, which halted the periodontal disease four years ago when I started using them.",
        "asin": "B00006WNQS",
        "parent_asin": "B0C3Z3YMWV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5381,
        "review_text": "Like many others have reported, two of my Waterpiks stopped working within two years, so I have given up on Waterpiks. The durability is poor and appears to be built-in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B00HFQQ0VU",
        "parent_asin": "B0C4JSZBF4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5382,
        "review_text": "Now that I no longer can easily find this, I realize how much I like it. The character of the scent is really difficult to describe, but it is not at all overpowering; my entire family thinks it smells super; it does freshen the rugs (olfactorily), and it doesn't remind of somebody's perfume or some (just-a-lot-of-artificial-fragrance) air-\"freshener.\" The following perception may be, to some degree, a subconscious thing related partially to the orange color of the product, but I sort of think it's a bit fruity smelling, though not in any annoying way. Really, I love the scent\u2014I mean, it almost leads me to WANTING to vacuum the rugs.<br /><br />Plus this stuff freshens rugs in a way that\u2014wait. let me say, first, that, granted, yeah, you might detect the smell of the powder after vacuuming [not unpleasant at all]\u2014*but also*, even after that scent has dissipated, the rugs are still fresher smelling. (That's just a general perception: I haven't, e.g., lain on the floor to smell the rugs carefully or anything like that.)<br /><br />Anyhow, that perception and the (unique, actually\u2014a bit wet-seemimg, but not truly, really wet) \"feel\" of the powder are (for whatever reasons) evidence for me that this stuff really *does* absorb not-great smells (e.g., that resulting from a big dog rolling around on the rugs a lot, since you last did \"floor care\" too long ago). So, this stuff isn't just masking a doggy smell with a \"QUITE-overly-perfumed-person-in-the-same-elevator-as-you smell (or its nicer smell).<br /><br />That effusive bit said, I've never been impressed with the (as advertised) ability of Zorb to \"lift stains\" or whatnot. Even regarding mere \"spots\" or what-have-you (say, the bit of potting soil you spilled while moving a plant & forgot about so it's been walked over a lot, or the faint \"washable-marker\" spot that appeared after you neglected to recap, & then dropped, the marker): I perceive no difference between vacuuming with this and vacuuming without it. I really WANTED to, & at first I really thought there'd be a visual benefit to this stuff, but even the power of my rug-related hopes and so on, didn't sway me on this one.<br /><br />Again, though, the odor lifting (and, in my opinion, just the subtle, oddly nice smell) warrant buying this.<br /><br />Now, though (in mid-June 2022\u2014but this has been going on for a year or more), it's being sold on amazon.com only by a non-Prime-offering seller, and I can't find it in stock anywhere else at all. So, who knows, really. Maybe this is due to a \"pull from market a while, so [Zorb-liking] people 'miss' it, with the result of much higher demand when it's back\" marketing thing [I sort of doubt that one]; maybe, still, some covid-related manufacturing/shipping thing; *maybe* Dyson was sued for infringing the patent of an obscure [but ultimately successful with the legal matter] entity [I've no reason to think that\u2014it just popped into mind]; or quite possibly just obsolescence (a bit odd, though, as many liked the product).<br /><br />(Hmm. Yeah, I must be subconsciously avoiding something, to have\u2014yet again\u2014written at such absurd length about a product as ultimately unimportant as a rug freshener.)",
        "asin": "B00062MT88",
        "parent_asin": "B00062MT88"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5383,
        "review_text": "Breaks every two months. A textbook example of engineered obsolescence. Shame on Philips for taking advantage of people and their insurers. All design is intentional design.<br /><br />Update: on replacement #7 now",
        "asin": "B019FUX0FW",
        "parent_asin": "B019FUX0FW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5384,
        "review_text": "My first sonicare toothbrush lasted for almost a decade. I replaced it with this version and it\u2019s been great. I\u2019ll never not have an electric toothbrush. However, over the past two days it has started turning itself on, not charging, and constantly beeping/pulsing. I think it\u2019s done. I was hoping to get more than four years out of it. Is this the new lifetime of small devices? Built-in obsolescence? I\u2019m annoyed.",
        "asin": "B019K7DPG4",
        "parent_asin": "B00QZ67ODE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5385,
        "review_text": "Honestly I think this is a licensed product to ZIPPO (they slapped their name on it).  This was my 2nd lighter.  First lighter lasted several months and this one barely made it a few weeks.<br /><br />Same thing, just stops functioning.<br /><br />Purchased a 'cheaper' one from Amazon and so far so good.  I realize these are electronics and obsolescence is always a factor when designed.  All I can say is this product will not last they YEARS my regular ZIPPO flint/fuel lighter has brought me to appreciate the ZIPPO name!",
        "asin": "B084RRZKDK",
        "parent_asin": "B084WNZ6PL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5386,
        "review_text": "I had an older waterpik that lasted for about 10 years but had to \"upgrade\" to a new one when I couldn't get the old-style jet tips anymore (it was very annoying that the jet tips would wear out so fast; I was replacing them every few months. Smells like \"planned obsolescence\" to generate tip sales).<br /><br />So the new one worked for a few months before it gradually took longer and longer to develop a useable pressure. The pump motor eventually seized and so into the garbage it went.<br /><br />After reading here about how others have run into the same problem it's obvious the product is APOC so I Will Never Buy Another WaterPik Product Again!",
        "asin": "B000063SLQ",
        "parent_asin": "B000063SLQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5387,
        "review_text": "The heating pad worked fine. It's physically nice and sturdy, but...<br />There is NO reason for the control to crap out beyond planned obsolescence.<br />That is unacceptable and I'll be looking for another brand (not that any seem to be a whole lot better).",
        "asin": "B01KVYTV86",
        "parent_asin": "B095J4YL2H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5388,
        "review_text": "This just flickered out today and there is no excuse for LED lighting technology to break so soon. I treated it nicely, did not drop it and now it becomes part of the ever-expanding stream of plastic waste. Even though I enjoyed the light for awhile, I now feel the shame of this purchase of planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B004JF3G08",
        "parent_asin": "B004JF3G08"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5389,
        "review_text": "It seemed to work when I bought it. I used it a few times. Now it doesn't. The battery and storage shields are very hard to remove. The lint gets trapped in the storage and cannot be removed without tweezers. I guess I'll have to buy another new one. By comparison, my previous fabric shaver lasted for several years. Talk about built-in obsolescence...",
        "asin": "B07BS48JCD",
        "parent_asin": "B07BS48JCD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5390,
        "review_text": "First of all, when they do work, these clean great and are far superior to a traditional toothbrush (which I why I keep buying them).<br /><br />That said, I'm very disappointed with the longevity of them over time and what feels like planned obsolescence.  I'm on my second one of these which I bought a little less than a year ago, and it has already stopped working correctly.  The vibrating action has become dramatically weaker, and it no longer feels like it's doing a good job cleaning.  This is the same thing that happened to my first version of this toothbrush, but that one at least lasted 3 years.  Overall not impressed with this - I'd hope to get at least 5 years out of an investment like this...",
        "asin": "B078GVH2VJ",
        "parent_asin": "B08BJSKWT2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5391,
        "review_text": "I enjoyed using this toothbrush and really loved the long battery life. Unfortunately, out of nowhere, it has died and is not repairable from what I've researched. I bought it 20 months ago, which is pretty unacceptable for such an expensive device. I took good care of it, too.<br /><br />How do I know it's dead? It will just not charge. Instead, when connected to the charging base, the lights blink rapidly and indefinitely.<br /><br />Because of such poor quality and possible planned obsolescence, I cannot recommend this toothbrush. It is now e-waste and will probably end up in the bottom of the ocean. Sad.",
        "asin": "B078GVH2VJ",
        "parent_asin": "B08BJSKWT2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5392,
        "review_text": "Product was great until it died just after the year warranty coverage. Purely planned obsolescence. The last Sonicare I had lasted several years, and this one barely made it passed the year mark. Pretty disappointed. Not really worth the money if this is going to be the case.<br /><br />Edit:<br /><br />The warranty is actually two years, not one like I thought. PHILLIPS has sent me a replacement handle. So, good on them. It\u2019s much appreciated.",
        "asin": "B07C79J42M",
        "parent_asin": "B07Z196LFP"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5393,
        "review_text": "After 18 months of using this exclusively on trips (i.e. not on a daily basis, so it certainly hasn't been over-used) none of the exchangeable tips will stay in the flossing mechanism. They slip right out.  Built-in obsolescence. Very annoying.",
        "asin": "B010NPLDPW",
        "parent_asin": "B010NPLDPW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5394,
        "review_text": "After 4 years of light household use, O-Cedar's &#34;best selling commercial mop&#34; snapped at the plastic base. If a &#34;commercial&#34; mop can't hold itself together for more than 4 years, I might as well find a 40-year old one at a thrift store. I will not subscribe to this race to the landfill of planned obsolescence. It's an insult to humankind and all of its great achievements if we can't make a simple mop to last.",
        "asin": "B004V8ET3Q",
        "parent_asin": "B004V8ET3Q"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5395,
        "review_text": "I purchased one of these a few years ago.  The water-pick portion has worked fine with no problems.  However, the toothbrush started losing power after two years and now will only partially recharge; I get about 1 minute of power before it shuts off.  This would not be a problem if you could just change the batteries but on this unit the battery is self contained and cannot be replaced.....you just throw it away.  Bad design and such a waste.  Planned obsolescence water-pick?",
        "asin": "B01KMNKKWW",
        "parent_asin": "B01KMNKKWW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5396,
        "review_text": "I have used Rotadent for years and used many sets of brushes.  They eventually wear out and break.  Must be some sort of planned obsolescence on Rotadent's part so they can manage their life time guarantee on the tooth brush machine.<br /><br />Anyway, the brushes I ordered from these people came defective.  Had to send them back.  That was a first.<br /><br />I won't be ordering from this particular group again.<br /><br />Kris",
        "asin": "B000ET4RVK",
        "parent_asin": "B000ET4RVK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5397,
        "review_text": "A bit more than a year ago I bought the version with more \"attachments\", used it for the full 2 timed minutes every day and got a compliment from my hygienist at follow-up cleanings. It worked great, charged easily and fully and was a dental success. Then why is this my second purchase in a bit more than a year? Planned obsolescence: the first one worked for just a few days past the one-year warranty. I'm old enough to remember when \"appliances\" even small ones worked for years and could be repaired if they didn't. And I'm truly bothered by our replacement culture and what it's doing to our earth. But, if like me, you find there aren't any real options besides replacement, this is a reasonably-priced good toothbrush. Since I had \"attachments\" left from the first one I was able to buy this one and will use the leftover brush heads when needed.",
        "asin": "B098WP4VPP",
        "parent_asin": "B0CC2ZXQNJ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5398,
        "review_text": "I have lost my faith in waterpik with it's built in obsolescence: the hose always breaks where it connects with the hand piece (in about 2 years or less).<br /><br />Could someone invent a lasting dental jet? Please.",
        "asin": "B000GLRREU",
        "parent_asin": "B000GLRREU"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5399,
        "review_text": "Bought these batteries for my 2020 Tile Mates (before they changed 'em to unreplaceable batteries for planned obsolescence/pushing their dumb subscription service). What else can I say? These batteries work for that purpose. Pretty much the only thing I use them for, lol.",
        "asin": "B07Z4RB8KY",
        "parent_asin": "B088DSHG3L"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5400,
        "review_text": "bought two of these both died within a year...what a rip off..while it worked it was fabulous...but such built in instant obsolescence!!!! awful",
        "asin": "B00A2JBMRE",
        "parent_asin": "B092SW9BX3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5401,
        "review_text": "The electric toothbrush worked great at first, but after changing the batteries like two times, it was extremely hard to take the battery cover off and put it back on. And the next time I had to change the batteries, it was nearly impossible to remove the battery cover and it is actually impossible to put it back on. This thing only works for a few months. It's planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B07XH3FJND",
        "parent_asin": "B07XH3FJND"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5402,
        "review_text": "At first, I loved this humidifier so much I bought two. Which was fortunate when I dropped one of the tanks on linoleum and it broke, I still had the other. Now, about one month after daily use, the humidifier itself won't work. The lights are on, but it's not starting, regardless of the setting I choose: hot, warm, cold, 30-70 level, etc. Very upset, this feels like engineered obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B078J72H9D",
        "parent_asin": "B08VJBC5Q9"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5403,
        "review_text": "This scale lasted only two years and then one day, the glass shattered when I was on the other side of the room, putting away clothes. It was NOT touched by anything, nor recently used or stepped on, nor were there any sudden temperature changes or anything else I could detect.<br /><br />One of my pet peeves is planned obsolescence. I cannot prove that product failures are intentional in each case, but I have seen far too often that a product which is not \"worn out\" and appears to be completely functional, suddenly stops working. It is great that we have so many wonderful products available to us, but it is super irritating that we have to re-buy them every couple of years!<br /><br />Find another product that has proven to last longer. Stay away from EatSmart products. This is our second scale from them that has not lasted very long. They work great-- and then stop working altogether.",
        "asin": "B001KXZ808",
        "parent_asin": "B09XWN127J"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5404,
        "review_text": "I bought these to replace a set of now-discontinued, beloved CVS timer caps picked up at a brick-and-mortar location back in 2015. These were a set of 3 (2 standard, one wide mouth) that were, I assume, commissioned from TimerCap LLC for retail sale at CVS.<br /><br />Unfortunately, it seems to me that the standard bottle sizes have changed at CVS, and that TimerCap LLC has not yet begun to manufacture for sale a cap the same size as the newer, standard CVS bottles (Berry VL-20). These will fit the old standard (Berry VL-13).<br /><br />The obvious solution is to empty the prescription into one of the bottles that come with the TimerCap. I could not tell you who the manufacturer of the amber vials themselves are, but they appear to be equivalent to the Berry VL-13.<br /><br />However, it is actually illegal in some states to transport or store prescription medication outside of the container it was issued in. Because no timer caps exist yet in the same size as the standard CVS bottles, I would recommend any CVS Pharmacy patrons first look into your local laws regarding the transport of prescription medication before using them to store and transport any prescription that is highly controlled.<br /><br />Because these laws don't lend well to travel, I would generally suggest that, for prescriptions of highly controlled substances, the cautious patient, loved one, or caretaker look into the option of the wide-mouth TimerCaps.<br /><br />The wide-mouth TimerCaps are the answer to this dilemma. Rather than go on top of a pharmacy-issued Rx bottle, the intent is that the complete prescription is placed inside the larger bottle fitted with the appropriate TimerCap, like a matryoshka doll of responsibility prescription management! Congratulations!<br /><br />None of this makes me any happier about not being able to use any kind of TimerCap on CVS VL-20 prescription bottles, hence the petty, excessively researched and arguably exhaustive Amazon review I spent most of my afternoon on. But I digress.<br /><br />As a product and an idea, I cannot praise these enough. These are one of the best things ever to be invented. The fact that these come in COLORS is unreasonably exciting.<br /><br />However, they do, much unlike my experience with their made-for-CVS TimerCap elders before them, suffer from some cut corners. They break easily, if they arrive working at all, they're intended to be disposable, cumbersome to replace the battery in, and I do understand the necessity of manufactured obsolescence with regard to creating continued demand, but that does not mean I as a consumer have to LIKE it!<br /><br />You can see in my ibuprofen-filled example, the first one I tested, where the last digit on the cap gave up. But if THAT doesn't capture the feeling of reaching for an ibuprofen in January of 2021, what does?<br /><br />Conclusion: They work, but not on all bottles, and can be a bit fragile. They are still the best invention. I encourage the prospective buyer to research and read other reviews before taking a gamble on these.",
        "asin": "B00HJD7RGQ",
        "parent_asin": "B00HJD7RGQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5405,
        "review_text": "Am on the fifth machine. Problem is the lock eventually malfunctions. The locking device is held in place by a thin piece of plastic that surrounds it. Once this thin piece of plastic cracks or strips out ,the locking device doesn\u2019t work. So , okay. Figure I can use a piece of tape to keep it closed. Nope. The machine is so \u201cfinely \u201c engineered that if the tape is placed on too tight, it will not turn. Placed on too loose and the turning mechanism slips. So, why do I keep buying them? The assisted living facility my parents are in charges a thousand dollars a month each to hand them their pills twice a day. So ........ every few months I replace the machine. For 80 bucks they should have a sturdier lock. But wait, if they did that they couldn\u2019t sell as many machines. Gotta love that planed obsolescence . Will try a different brand, but assume they probably all come from the same Chinese factory",
        "asin": "B002B51358",
        "parent_asin": "B002B51358"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5406,
        "review_text": "I've been using Braun electric toothbrushes since 2007.  One can expect a battery not to last forever.  No problem. One can send the toothbrush to a company who installs new batteries.  But these new ones: PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE!  If the bottom where the battery is contained is opened, the whole toothbrush is destroyed!  Braun is most happy to take your money as often as possible.  I'm switching companies.  Shame on you, Braun.",
        "asin": "B01AKGRTUM",
        "parent_asin": "B01AKGRTUM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5407,
        "review_text": "Concept is great, but have 2 beefs: the case doesn't have any cushioning on the inside so it scratches the plastic lenses, and the plastic lenses scratch very easily. They typically last me about 3 months before breaking at the join. I have used them for over 2 years, but finally switched to another design that is metal with a metal, felt lined case. It also attaches to the back of my phone, but is heavier unfortunately. If ThinOptics could improve the case and the join area a bit, these would be 5 star. I suspect that this may be a bit of planned obsolescence at work.",
        "asin": "B00O1207EW",
        "parent_asin": "B0BK3Z4J1G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5408,
        "review_text": "I'm on my second O2 Ring. I think it's a nice device for tracking your O2 levels during sleep. I mainly use the PC program, instead of the phone app, so I have all of my data from the first O2 Ring.<br />I've been wearing the O2 Ring for over 2 years. It helped me diagnose my sleep apnea, before I even met with a doctor. Once I did have a sleep doctor, the data from the O2 Ring was very helpful in reinforcing my need for a CPAP.<br />However, there are a couple of shortcomings:<br />- The finger band on my first O2 Ring broke after 2 years of very careful use. The finger band should be made more robust. Or is this designed obsolescence?<br />- The O2 Ring quite often will record more than 4 sessions while I sleep. Since its internal memory can only hold up to 4 sessions maximum, the earliest session gets deleted, meaning that I lose valuable sleep data. I am not sure why my 2nd O2 Ring records so many sessions. I don't move much in my sleep. I don't get out of bed during the night. The O2 Ring fits securely on my index finger. So, this is a mystery to me.<br />- The O2 Ring doesn't work very well when in motion. I'm a COPD and IPF patient, and I'm on supplemental oxygen only during exertion. So, I really would like to be able to track my O2 levels continuously during the day to determine when I need to use my oxygen, and what effect the oxygen has on my O2 levels. This seems to be a problem with most O2 sensors of every manufacturer. Even my wrist fitness tracker/smart watch requires that I be still.",
        "asin": "B09H2ZXTDV",
        "parent_asin": "B09H2ZXTDV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5409,
        "review_text": "Although I like the wringing mechanics of the O-Cedar sponge, the hook mechanism is pretty difficult to install the refill sponge. Additionally, the sponge does not last very long (only a month or two) as it rips at the crimp holder. This is unlike the older versions of the sponge where it lasted at least a year. I suspect the manufacturer is trying to cut costs with lower quality sponge or an intention obsolescence to sell more sponge heads. I reluctantly buy the refills until I can find a better solution as I really like the wringing mechanism.",
        "asin": "B00C3C6MS2",
        "parent_asin": "B00C3C6MS2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5410,
        "review_text": "Purchased in May, 2022.  Product not working January 2023.  Only got 8 months of use out of this<br />product.  Buyer be aware!!!  Did work well when working, but strong possibility it may not last one<br />full year.  Excellent example of speedy built in obsolescence",
        "asin": "B09LQ1YPRL",
        "parent_asin": "B0BTGHX54D"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5411,
        "review_text": "I loved my Sonicare toothbrush. Emphasis on past tense. This is the second one I've had and the second one to fail. This one lasted a year longer than the first, which worked for under two years. This one lasted three years. I guess Philips has built in obsolescence so it can keep people continuing to buy them. But I'm sticking with your basic toothbrush and dental floss because they work just fine and no batteries to die. Did I mention my Philips air flosser is kaput too?",
        "asin": "B00KZHP1GG",
        "parent_asin": "B08RB5F2G4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5412,
        "review_text": "Was working great for last year and a half, then stopped working altogether despite battery changes. Sure enough it only has a one year warranty, meaning this is planned obsolescence. Would have a five star rating if not for the failure immediately after end of warranty.",
        "asin": "B07DLCZ3WF",
        "parent_asin": "B0C73Z2SH2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5413,
        "review_text": "Loved my Zero gravity chair for 3 years. Used quite infrequently. (who has the time to sit around doing nothing but enjoying relaxing massage?) But when I did get to enjoy it periodically, it was a pleasure for sore back etc. The massage mechanism just crapped out. I called the company polite representative. She told me she could do some trouble shooting with me to identify part that needed replacement or repair. But after Id-ing my model # purchased way way way back 3 years and 1 month ago. All parts were discontinued therefore policy was no trouble shooting since no parts in stock. I asked about authorized tech for my area who I could contact. I was told they do not provide that info. Really, you can't tell me who you would use to replace the part for me if you had one in stock. Reply \"no we can not provide that\" We use 3rd party provider\" WTF? I was told to \"call local massage chair specialist\" I asked if they could provide me with a name or # of \"call local massage chair specialist\". She replied again \"no we can not provide that info \"just call your local massage chair specialist\" as if there is one every neighborhood like a starbucks, pizza joint or plumber. Parts are only warrantied for 2 years. I do not have issue with that I wasn't even looking for free replacement but 3 year obsolescence is unreasonable and lack of support to help me find a technician is outrageous. The chair was a high ticket item not a disposable razor. Human touch demonstrated no concern or loyalty for their customer and do not stand behind their product. 3 years old is apparently an antique to them. I will never purchase a Human Touch product ever again.",
        "asin": "B01LXUDCBE",
        "parent_asin": "B0752L6RBV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5414,
        "review_text": "This is fine, for what it does.  But Planned Obsolescence has taken root, along with the Cheaper is Better ethic.  Planned Obsolescence dictates the new Sonicare will not fit in an older charger, so instead of a backup charger I must throw the old one out.  And Cheaper is Better means instead of a beep every thirty seconds, so you can brush half a minute in each quadrant, there is one beep at the end of two minutes.  That means it's up to me to figure when one-quarter of the time has gone by.  Had I known it's one beep instead of four, I would not have bought this model [and the package tells you there is a sonic signal but neglects to mention that it is only one].  Still, it performs its main function of ultrasonic cleaning, so it does what it is supposed to.  Just cheaper, in every sense of the word.",
        "asin": "B000AMRII0",
        "parent_asin": "B000AMRII0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5415,
        "review_text": "Unreliable and poor customer support<br />It worked well when it worked but mine just died within 2 months. There is a 2 year warranty but no shipping support and it would have cost as much as the product to ship one way.<br />Planned obsolescence?",
        "asin": "B0027LSEPS",
        "parent_asin": "B0B35B8QVL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5416,
        "review_text": "I bought this in May 2013 and used it once a day to clean my Invisaligh retainers.  It worked beautifully until last month when it would not turn on.  The light would blink continuously and then go out.  I contacted the vendor but have not heard back.  I know it is inexpensive, but I still don't think it should have pooped out in only 1-1/2 years.  However, I am purchasing it again because when it worked, it worked well.  I wonder if it is &#34;planned obsolescence&#34; like pantyhose?",
        "asin": "B009BTHCGG",
        "parent_asin": "B0938328BQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5417,
        "review_text": "The batteries die quickly. More importantly it is seemingly impossible to replace the battery (planned obsolescence if you ask me). I even bought a special screwdriver with tiny bits and was still unable to unscrew the backing. These toothbrushes are inexpensive, but I just don't like the wastefulness.",
        "asin": "B003C4HCQG",
        "parent_asin": "B003C4HCQG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5418,
        "review_text": "Loved this heating pad until it stopped working didn\u2019t use it enough to justify the planned obsolescence.<br /><br />Not worth the garbage and expense.",
        "asin": "B08QZK68BY",
        "parent_asin": "B09ZPLQBDM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5419,
        "review_text": "The Made-in-China Omron Healthcare automatic blood pressure monitor model BP791IT (HEM-7222-ITZ) is the \"Plus\" version of the [[ASIN:B004H4B3W4 Omron BP785 10 Series Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor]], from which it seems to only differ in one thing: This one has a USB port which allows you to connect the device to a Windows computer, while the BP785 does not. The price differential between the two models, at least here on Amazon, is around $10, so it makes sense to buy this model even if you have no current plans of using it with a computer. You will have it available whenever, in the future, you may decide to connect it to a computer.<br /><br />I gave it three stars overall, as an average of four stars for the BP monitor and two stars for the software interface, though Omron seems to be improving their software over time, so this may change in the future, especially if they read this review and fix the serious software problems it describes.<br /><br />I have tested the device in my doctor's office. Since I use it to measure my BP at my left arm, I asked the nurse to take my BP from my left arm (they normally use the right arm). All three values (diastolic pressure, systolic pressure, pulse) were within one point of what the nurse measured, which is excellent.<br /><br />The device has a large display, showing the results very clearly, so even if you do not have perfect vision, you can still see it well.<br /><br />It comes with both, batteries and a power supply. It works equally well with either, using 4W at 6V. I normally have the power supply plugged in because I do not want to waste the batteries. But I have moved recently and used the batteries for a week (before I unpacked the PS), and the unit worked identically to when it is plugged in.<br /><br />Omron's literature says to place the cuff approximately 1/2 inch (1 cm) above the elbow. I was getting a lot of errors while following that advice. I now place it right above the elbow, with no intervening space, and it works very well. I really wish the hose connecting the cuff to the device was longer. As it is, you have a limited distance from your arm to the device.<br /><br />This is probably the best home BP monitor on the market. Both, my pharmacist and the nurses at the hospital, have praised Omron as making the best BP monitors. Despite that, it occasionally goes through the entire measuring process and ends with the error E2, which means (according to the manual) that the cuff was either over- or under-inflated. This is strange, to say the least, because the device checks for proper inflation level as it is inflating. Whenever that happened, I used to readjust the cuff and try again, just to get E2 again. The trick is not to readjust the cuff. Just turn off the device after it shows you the E2 error, turn it back on, and in 99% of cases it will measure the BP correctly.<br /><br />In addition to taking blood pressure, the device also checks your pulse (at the same time as checking the blood pressure).<br /><br />Omron says it has enough memory to remember the last 200 readings. This is misleading. It has a choice of \"User A\" and \"User B\" and remembers the last 100 readings for each. I live by myself, but there is no one-user option to save 200 last readings for. A slider allows you to choose the A or B user. It has happened to me that the slider moved without me realizing it, and I could not upload my reading until I noticed what happened and instructed the software to read the data from User B. I then switched back to User A, and now always check very carefully the slider position before measuring.<br /><br />Note that it does not allow you to delete individual readings (you can only bulk delete all readings from a user or none at all), nor does it allow you to copy a reading from the wrong user to the right user. So, be very careful to make sure the slider is always in the correct position.<br /><br />It allows you to set the device to take the BP three times 15, 30, 60 or 120 seconds apart. I did that for a while, then switched back to the standard mode of testing just once, as doing it three times has shown no advantage and only wastes memory and my time.<br /><br />The device comes with a built-in obsolescence. Its calendar is good till the year 2040, after which it will become a fancy paper weight and a museum piece.<br /><br />Now, let's talk about the computer connectivity. As noted above, I give the device four points, but the software only two points. Omron provides its own proprietary software. It also provides drivers for the Microsoft HealthVault. You can download both from a page on their web site. I have created the [...] shortcut to that page, as it is much easier to remember than the direct URL.<br /><br />From there you need to download the software marked Omron Health Management Software (OHMS) v. U1.32 and one of the two drivers marked Microsoft\u00ae HealthVault(tm) Drivers for 10 Series(tm)+ (BP791IT). If you have 32-bit Windows, download the 32-bit driver. If you have 64-bit Windows (most people do these days), download the 64-bit driver (even if you intend to use it with 32-bit software, as long as you run it under 64-bit Windows, you need the 64-bit driver).<br /><br />Omron's manuals incorrectly state that you can only use either their software or the HealthVault. In reality you can use both. I use both twice every day. Just do not try to use both at the same time. I normally upload the results to my own computer using Omron's software first, then quit their software, load the HealthVault software and upload the data to the HealthVault. I then explicitly instruct the HealthVault software to exit. If you do not, the HealthVault software remains in your computer memory. That would not only waste your system resources, it would also interfere with the Omron software next time you load it.<br /><br />There is a reason I use both. The Omron software has a terrible user interface. It allows you to view a graph for the current week, month, year, or all of it, as well as a data list (that is textual data). Now, it would be nice if by week it meant the last seven days. But no, and this is really ridiculous, it goes by calendar weeks. So, every Saturday you see the data for the full week, but the next day, Sunday, it only shows the data for the Sunday. Absurd! So, why am I even bothering to use it? Because it can create a nice PDF report, which I can print out and bring to my doctor. There is a quirk with that, too. Every time you ask for it to prepare the PDF (or export the data in a spreadsheet), its file save interface offers to save it on your desktop. Why the desktop is beyond me. My Documents would make more sense. You can change it to any directory you want, but the next time you do it, it does not remember your choice and offers the desktop as the first choice again. That makes me suspect they just hired some high-school kid to write that software instead of hiring an experienced professional programmer for the job.<br /><br />Another strange thing it does, it shows at most three values for any given day. Even if you took a reading every hour of the day, it will show you only the average of what it considers morning, day, and evening. Not very useful!<br /><br />It saves the data itself in C:\\Omron Healthcare\\Omron Health Management Software\\System\\omron.mdb - a standard Windows database file. I was very pleased it used the standard file format because you can download MDB managing software for free on the web. Alas, when I tried to read the omron.mdb file by such a utility, it asked for a password. I just pressed enter for none, and it said the password was invalid. So, sadly, Omron seems to encrypt the data in the database by its own secret password, so you can only access it through their own proprietary software. :(<br /><br />You can make backups of the omron.mdb file, so if it gets corrupt (as files do occasionally), you can just copy the backup back to the C:\\Omron Healthcare\\Omron Health Management Software\\System directory. You do not have to create a backup every time because if you do not have up to a hundred most recent readings in the backup, the software can redownload them from the device. Nevertheless, I have made a batch file which always copies the file to an offline directory of my web server, so even if my entire system gets corrupted, I can get the database file back.<br /><br />Now, why do I use the Microsoft HealthVault? Quite frankly, like many here, I did not want to give Microsoft such important information about myself. I solved that by using a dedicated email address and a fake name on my HealthVault account, so Microsoft does not know the data is mine. The HealthVault offers a much nicer graph, which shows all the readings taken in the most recent ten days. It can also show me a graph for any date range I want. The graph is much more useful than the one Omron software provides. HealthVault does not allow you to create a PDF report, though. That is why I am also using the Omron software which does.<br /><br />Both, Omron and HealthVault allow you to export the data in a comma-separated spreadsheet file, though both organize the data in its respective file differently.<br /><br />Before buying, I checked out (by downloading) the software for this device and for a competitor's device. I have to say the competitor's software ran circles around Omron's software. It allowed downloading your name to their device. More importantly, their software was capable of setting the clock of their device to the same date and time as the clock of the computer. With Omron, you have to do it manually, and you have to adjust it every time the daylight-saving time starts and ends. Alas, that device did not come with a HealthVault driver. Microsoft has published the specs of their HealthVault drivers, so any third party can create independent software to manage your BP data. That was why I finally chose the Omron BP791IT, albeit reluctantly.<br /><br />By the way, their HealthVault device driver shows the same amateurish approach their software application does. If you use this device with its device driver, you cannot use the Omron pedometer. Because if you try to install the driver for the pedometer, it will tell you that you already have a newer version of the driver. Their amateur programmers have marked the driver for this device as the new version of the driver for that device, even though this driver does not support the pedometer, and the pedometer driver does not support this device. So, if you happen to own an Omron pedometer, get some other BP monitor. And vice versa. Additionally, their web site does not show any version information for their device drivers, so you have no way of knowing when a new version is released.<br /><br />What the device is sorely lacking is the ability to control the device by the software. Not only can you not set the date and time from a computer, more importantly, you cannot program the computer to instruct the device to take blood pressure at some specific times. This is not an issue for most home users, but it is a show stopper for many professional users. To name just one example where it would be useful is when you want to compare the blood pressure on the left arm to the BP on the right arm. You would need one device for each arm, and you would need to control both devices to take BP at the same time, which can be properly only achieved by a computer.<br /><br />One final thought, which is for all computer-connected home BP monitors. All of their manufacturers have been improving their BP monitoring devices for a long time. But for all of them computer connectivity is an afterthought. They keep their connecting protocols proprietary and secret. Computing companies used to do the same until the 1980s. Then they realized if they revealed their architectures, independent third parties were able to develop both hardware and software to work with the architectures, which made their own products more attractive to customers.<br /><br />Home medical device manufacturers are missing out by keeping their architecture secret. The first such manufacturer that will make the specifications of its computer interface freely available to the public will instantly conquer the entire home medical device market and make everyone else's devices obsolete. Such a publication will allow Microsoft to write its own device driver and distribute it with their system. It will allow Apple to do the same for the Mac. And the same for FreeBSD Unix (and all other varieties of Unix). And for Linux. And for whatever other operating systems will evolve in the future. The use of their hardware would no longer be limited to Windows. They need to realize they are much better hardware manufacturers than software programmers. They would have others write the software to support their hardware. Their devices would become useful to a whole slew of new users, so they would make a lot more money with a lot less effort. That none of them can see it is mind boggling and counter-intuitive. They are stuck in a 20th Century way of thinking. They all need to get out of their box. Well, one of them does. The rest will either die out or follow the lead.",
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        "parent_asin": "B004H44GB4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5420,
        "review_text": "A great toothbrush that performed well.  It seems planned obsolescence kicks in after five years.  I am unable to charge it and it is now junk.",
        "asin": "B0019ZGU1S",
        "parent_asin": "B0019ZGU1S"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5421,
        "review_text": "This toothbrush does an excellent job of teeth cleaning.  However, it continues Phillips tradition of making poorly engineered parts that are non repairable and designed to fall apart so you have to buy new ones frequently.  In my case, this toothbrush failed after about six months.  When I went to take it apart to safely discard the environmentally polluting (read CHEAP) battery per instructions I found the failure was simply a screw falling out of the vibrating mechanism. Per Phillips instructions, the process of taking it apart to repair it or replace a battery is non recoverable (ie destructive).  However, I was able to put the screw back and put it back together with some effort. In summary, using a non changeable poor quality battery and depending upon a screw to hold the vibrating mechanism together is such bad engineering it can't be anything but purposefully designed in obsolescence.[[ASIN:B0013TVEWA Philips Sonicare FlexCare Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush]][[ASIN:B000UK2W4C Philips Sonicare FlexCare Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush with Sanitizer]]",
        "asin": "B0013TVEWA",
        "parent_asin": "B07L84KG6P"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5422,
        "review_text": "This toothbrush only lasted 1yr before the motor became erratic and non fuctional.  The brush did a fine job for almost a year.  Built in obsolescence no doubt.",
        "asin": "B0013TVEWA",
        "parent_asin": "B07L84KG6P"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5423,
        "review_text": "I very much enjoyED (past tense) this massage peanut. It was very comfortable to use while watching TV or in bed; I just wish that had lasted more than 32 days. What a magnificent exercise in planned obsolescence - only made it two days past the return window  (shake my head)",
        "asin": "B07KJPB4BV",
        "parent_asin": "B07L4RDP6L"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5424,
        "review_text": "Overall I would give this a 5 star rating especially how it syncs with MyFitnessPal and FitBit,multiple user profiles etc.  We purchased our Withings Scale from Amazon June 2013.  During the 11 ms of use we have been very happy with it.  We've replaced the batteries a few times but in May 2014 when we went to replace the batteries of our scale it did not turn back on and remains &#34;dead&#34;.  We've tried several different brands of new batteries as well and troubleshooting of holding in buttons to reset etc. Still it remains dead on my bathroom floor.  Now I am using my 5+ year old $40 scale and entering data manually into apps.  At this price point for a scale it is on the higher end naturally as a consumer I rationally expect a lot more than only 11 ms of use before it dies.  We've contacted customer service 3 times since May to no avail.  During the 11 ms we were able to use this we loved it and would love to give it 5 stars.  We concur with all other reviews of its features and use out of the box and during its active 11 month life span.<br /><br />The 1 star rating is for the rapid obsolescence and lack of customer service support regarding this issue.  As a consumer, at this price point I am baffled as it lies dead in our dressing area when side by side to my $40 scale that is still ticking after 6 years!  If considering spending the $150 for a scale buyer beware you may be replacing this again in a year because customer service is near impossible to connect with to resolve.  Extremely disappointing because I loved ours so much.  Maybe our model was a manufacturing dud.  Zero contact has been returned after 3 attempts of logging issue via their website.  Due to this it has me not going back out and buying another Withings Scale.  My 6 year old scale should not be outlasting Withings at a third of the price!",
        "asin": "B00BKRQ4E8",
        "parent_asin": "B00BKRQ4E8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5425,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence at or before 3 years.",
        "asin": "B003UKKHB4",
        "parent_asin": "B003UKKHB4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5426,
        "review_text": "So far so good. Still not entirely sure why these devices have not moved on to using lithium poly (have they? No indication of the power source in the description) and i wish you could just put a new battery in the item after a year rather then have to waste an entire unit when the battery runs low...  performs well at the time, until it's predetermined obsolescence via battery kicks in.",
        "asin": "B003UKKHB4",
        "parent_asin": "B003UKKHB4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5427,
        "review_text": "It worked great, for 8 months and all of a sudden stopped working, it looks like battery is charging but it doesn't work....<br />----<br />Updating 2 years after, we got a repalcement unit since it was under warranty, but now, it doesn't work anymore, exactly the same issue... It seems like some toothpaste goes under the switch on/off button (after a while), and then it's doesn't work.  I loved the toothbrush when it worked, But I HATE the facts the 2 unit we got, had exactly the same issue and didn't work more than 1 year .... It's expensive, it should be made more than that...Planned obsolescence... thank you philips!",
        "asin": "B01GNR66RY",
        "parent_asin": "B01GNR66RY"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5428,
        "review_text": "ZoomText is a powerful program with many great features, BUT think twice before investing the money.  AI Squared sells primarily to government organizations purchasing items for clients.  We all know what happens in industries where government funds are the primary sources of revenue.  Companies become arrogant and overpriced.<br /><br />For example, in addition to ZoomText's excessive price, they offer little or no support between operating systems.  I have owned 3 versions of ZoomText.  Every time I upgrade my operating system, I have to BUY the new version (or the \"upgrade\" to a new version) for my ZoomText.  AI Squared produces a new version of its product every time Windows produces a new operating system, and the old version WILL NOT work on a new operating system.  That's right, it is not backwards compatible--built in obsolescence.  Programmers could simply produce a patch for the new operating system, but instead the company takes the opportunity to fleece customers out of $200 to $300 (used to be more).  The company just assumes that most customers will use a government program and funding to buy the upgrade; so, it doesn't bother them that many clients can't afford the upgrade.<br /><br />Windows and OSX now offers many of the same features offered by ZoomText including magnification, reading, and even converting text to audio files--if you own recent versions you have these features for free.  But even if you don't, instead of spending the money on ZoomText, with just a little more money, you can actually buy a Mac which offers features superior to ZoomText embedded in the OS.  So, instead of investing into this cycle, just through a few more dollars into the  computer and the accessibility features you need, without the constant expensive upgrades.",
        "asin": "B00014VWWK",
        "parent_asin": "B00014VWWK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5429,
        "review_text": "It's a good toothbrush.  The Bluetooth gimmick is totally worthless.  When I bought this brush it was $10 cheaper than the same model number without Bluetooth, so that's not why they lost a star.  The brush uses a NiCd battery, so there is a limited number of times it can be recharged, but it isn't designed to be replaceable.  Planned obsolescence is no way to win me as a repeat customer.  I'm an electrical engineer and handy with a soldering iron, so I do plan on replacing the battery WHEN (not if) it dies.  If you don't consider this purchase disposable and aren't up to the challenge of cracking it open to solder in a replacement battery, you may want to consider a different brand.",
        "asin": "B01DT0K6J2",
        "parent_asin": "B0BMWTBRVF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5430,
        "review_text": "NOT WORTH THE PRICE.<br /><br />I've used this sound machine for a total of 152 hours. Kept it in safe places when not being used,<br /><br />It was too much of a hassle to set the time (took upwards to 5 minutes just to set it), so I was using this solely as a sound machine.<br /><br />While plugging it in recently to use it; NOTHING. Well, not nothing, unless you count the slightest ticking from the speaker when the cord was being plugged into the machine.<br />No blinking 12:00, no back light, no sound...nothing.<br /><br />I've heard of &#34;planned obsolescence&#34; but this is absolutely ridiculous for the price of this machine.<br /><br />Sound Oasis should be ashamed of the defectiveness of this product.",
        "asin": "B002WGHKQW",
        "parent_asin": "B002WGHKQW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5431,
        "review_text": "I've used the green handle version for years, but the item sold with the green handle now is an updated version.<br />The handle is shorter, the wire is thinner and thus bends much more easily, the bristles are thinner and thus too thin for my teeth spacing. While I can switch to the next size up, the wire being thin means they wear out much more quickly - built in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B075N83926",
        "parent_asin": "B07VNH1P4V"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5432,
        "review_text": "I searched far and wide for a second noise machine for our baby\u2019s room. We have a very old rohm (over 20 years old) which has been working great. After reading reviews for the newer version, we realized it probably wouldn\u2019t last as long (material obsolescence), and after two hours of research, I chose this one. We leave the sound machines on all day and night (literally), so we needed something reliable. This one has been amazing so far and have had no issues with it. The options for sound are amazing, but we only need white noise. Highly recommend.",
        "asin": "B07Q5TLB28",
        "parent_asin": "B07Q5TLB28"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5433,
        "review_text": "Doesn't charge anymore, and water compartment cracked. Battery last quite awhile on a charge when it would charge. Used 3 times a day. Planned obsolescence I guess.",
        "asin": "B08J858JXQ",
        "parent_asin": "B0BHP54XKR"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5434,
        "review_text": "Same complaint as Ivan Quezada.<br /><br />This brand wants you to go through toothbrush heads faster than is needed. They make more sales that way.<br /><br />I noticed that after about 3-4 weeks will lose rotating power. At first I can apply normal pressure with new heads. The toothbrush actually has a red sensor light that lights up when you apply too much pressure, which is a good feature in my opinion. But I never apply too much pressure, so that red light never appears. Still my toothbrush heads lose rotating power quite quickly. Even though the bristles are perfectly fine, my teeth don't get cleaned as well because of lack of rotating power. The internal spring mechanism loses strength somehow, and I suspected it had to do with this little opening on the back side. So I tested my hypothesis by sealing this opening with tape. It's been 9 weeks now, and my toothbrush has not lost any rotating power yet. Simple fix, for this money grabbing product. Just tape the opening and your toothbrush heads will last much longer.<br /><br />Product is otherwise great, but I only give 2 stars because of this crappy, wasteful,  built in planned obsolescence feature!",
        "asin": "B09HSPR19G",
        "parent_asin": "B09HSPR19G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5435,
        "review_text": "I have been using these on both legs since April 2018 for venous stasis problems. I shower twice daily and am a big man with large legs. 6\u20193\u201d 350#. These do work great for about 2-3 weeks at which point one or both invariably develop a leak down the seams. I have patched them with gorilla glue duct tape inside and out which generally lets me get another week or 2 out if them. The weak link of the product is the seams which are very thin and frail and invariably leak resulting in a foot load of water. Probably designed for planned obsolescence so you have to buy more. If the seams were made thicker this would be a great product and would probably last indefinitely. I\u2019ve been through about 7-8 pairs over past 10 months. If they fixed that, it would be a great product. BTW, love the Gorilla Glue duct tape!<br /><br />Tips:  use Gorilla Glue duct tape inside and out to seal seam tears and rotate upper ring 90 degrees one way or the other while pulling the sleeves on. This lessens the tension on the seams but eventually tears will happen. Other issue is silastic ring at top- very pliable initially but after 2-3 ,weeks stiffens up so more force required. Not sure how to fix that. They have enabled me to continue working full time as a physician. Good luck!  Gorilla Glue duct tape A+!",
        "asin": "B001G0N6DG",
        "parent_asin": "B072PSK4Q8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5436,
        "review_text": "This is thebfirst order from Liansan where all pairs of glasses justvfell apart in record time.  I have ordered at keastc3 orv4 sets...this set did not have the hinges some orders had but it is horrifying...I even ordered a glasses repair kit from Amazon and for the first time nothing would realign the arms back onto the frames.  Planned obsolescence or shoddy workmanship...I just dont know.  But its awful.",
        "asin": "B01I6FOVX2",
        "parent_asin": "B01I6FOVX2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5437,
        "review_text": "Love Amazon, but these batteries lasted 3 weeks in my Roku controller, Family Dollar store brand lasted longer. I do have A LOT of them though. Well played planned obsolescence :l",
        "asin": "B00MNV8E0C",
        "parent_asin": "B00QWO9P0O"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5438,
        "review_text": "I have been using various models of this toothbrush for at least 15 years and I've always been happy with the way it works.  However, the last one I bought lasted less than one year, the one before that lasted 1.5 years, the one before that 2.5 years, and the one before that lasted 5 years (I don't have records of previous Sonicare toothbrushes, but bought the last four through Amazon which keeps purchase records for all of us.  During all of this time my use of the brush (times per day, etc) has not changed significantly.  I've read other reviewers recent comments about the device not lasting very long. At some point it just dies and will no longer take or hold a charge. The battery is not replaceable.  This last toothbrush chose to die on day 2 of an 18 day trip.  I tried for two days to get it charged and no luck and threw it away (why carry it around in my luggage for another two weeks?).  Today I called Philips and complained but they would do nothing for me unless I returned the old toothbrush.  Clearly the quality control of this product has dropped considerably or else it is intentional planned obsolescence on Philips' part.  For the price they charge, they should deliver a product that lasts much longer than one year.  I'm disgusted with their lack of quality control and even more disgusted that they will not live up to their warranty.",
        "asin": "B00QZ67ODE",
        "parent_asin": "B00QZ67ODE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5439,
        "review_text": "Do not think for a minute that this is the replacement for the Sonicare Essence battery operated toothbrush that was sixteen bucks and now is going for over a hundred dollars since discontinued. That toothbrush was at least a sonic toothbrush. This is not.<br /><br />This brush is like sticking a vibrator in your mouth, and a cheap one at that. It is a SLIGHT upgrade from a six dollar Crest spin brush. The entire unit vibrates and attempts to offer a sonic clean which it fails at miserably. Nowhere to be found is the sonic technology that made Sonicare famous. You can probably buy a Jenna Jameson Pocket Rocket vibrator, attach a toothbrush to the end of it, and get a better cleaning than this product.<br /><br />As a side note, Sonicare has REALLY gone down the tubes. Replacement brush heads are nowhere to be found, and they finally created a AA battery replaceable sonic unit for under $20 and discontinued it. Probably after realizing that it was a firm competitor to their $100+ brushes whose cheap NiCd batteries become unusable with battery memory effect in about 8-14 months. Fortunately the AA battery operated unit was designed with the functional obsolescence of battery door clips that break off (I've already owned 3) so all units will fail eventually and save their more expensive product line... WHEW for them!<br /><br />Now begins the search for a sonic toothbrush that takes replaceable batteries, and is not planned to break with cheap plastic door retaining clips. Hell I'd pay $40 or so bucks for a rechargeable unit with Li-Ion batteries that would last for at least 2 years. But apparently that alien technology is nowhere to be found.<br /><br />Oh well, add another junk heap to my $1000 box of broken Sonicare units which I've been foolishly buying for the last 15 years. Some day I'll learn.",
        "asin": "B00NL2AOPU",
        "parent_asin": "B00O37PTPM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5440,
        "review_text": "The product looks great and functions as intended with strong magnets. But the mid point of the sunglasses design is very thin and will snap within 3-4 months. The metal products by the same company do not have this problem... Engineered obsolescence?!",
        "asin": "B00PQ94AYW",
        "parent_asin": "B00PQ94AYW"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5441,
        "review_text": "I've had three of these. My experience is the battery tends to die after about 2-3 years, at which point there is no easy way to repair or replace it. A- for plaque removal; F for right to self-repair, producing unnecessary e-waste, and planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B078GVMVRH",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZM5H383"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5442,
        "review_text": "I have purchased this twice and it has broken down both times.  The first one lasted a year; I liked the sound quality so much that I decided to repurchase (assuming it was just a fluke that the first one stopped working). I have had the second one for 4 months, and again, it just stopped working. Planned obsolescence?  It wasn't dropped or jostled in any way ~ just went kaput both times.  The sound is excellent, but the quality is poor.  A real dud.  I won't purchase a third time at over $140.",
        "asin": "B01LY3BP8G",
        "parent_asin": "B0C54JKRYD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5443,
        "review_text": "The product actually worked well, but it died just a few months out of warranty. May be I just got a dud, or else planned obsolescence...",
        "asin": "B01LY3BP8G",
        "parent_asin": "B0C54JKRYD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5444,
        "review_text": "I used to be a big fan of the AIRR Performance Insoles but not since Sof Sole added the air bubble on the heel. I opt for the older bubble-less version whenever I can find one but they have become scarce so I'm going back to the simpler and far more reliable construction of the blue and yellow Athlete Performance Insert and shopping around for other brands. All my older Sof Sole Athlete inserts are still functional.<br /><br />No matter how they are designed, air bubbles eventually burst. Sometimes sooner rather than later. When that happens it ruins the entire unit and more importantly it causes pain at the heel along the edge of the circle where the air bubble used to be due to the almost total loss of support. Most people don't want to bother fixing it by finding exactly the right kind of replacement foam, cutting out the old bubble and replacing it with a circle of foam. Sure, it's an option but who has time for that? Insoles should work well and last a long time.<br /><br />Foam lasts. Gel lasts. Bubbles blow. Just ask anyone who used to wear shoes with air bubbles in the sole and switched to brands with only foams and gels. The AIRR model has now become an over-designed, liability with built in obsolescence.<br /><br />Although the other sections and features of the product have served me well, I concur with the other customers who are asking for a reversion to the previous design or at least an improved version without the vulnerable heel bubble and without the other features people are complaining about. Please listen to us. We know what we're talking about. We're your best customers and you damaged our loyalty by adding this feature without sufficient testing to find out how it would hold up. There is plenty of long term evidence in the history of the athletic shoe industry to demonstrate that you should have known better than to even think about implementing this flawed feature.<br /><br />For the first time in decades I'm seriously considering similar products from competing brands.",
        "asin": "B003B3SRPI",
        "parent_asin": "B08K196XDZ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5445,
        "review_text": "This design is far superior to any of the other sinus rinse bottles, allows pressure to be built via the bellows design.  Will eventually crack and need replacement (planned obsolescence), same as every other sinus bottle design.",
        "asin": "B000GCHNTS",
        "parent_asin": "B000GCHNTS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5446,
        "review_text": "The refills last about two weeks and then disintergrate no matter what I do. I have begun to think this is planned obsolescence by Libman.  The mop head is so fragile it has to be a \u201cconspiracy\u201d to make the real money on refills!!  I am shocked.",
        "asin": "B001BBFND6",
        "parent_asin": "B012565M3Q"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5447,
        "review_text": "The brush works<br />great until the warranty runs up the  it dies right on a planned obsolescence. Ewaste and junk. Buying another brand\u2026 200+! and doesn\u2019t last 2 years.",
        "asin": "B07C799HF6",
        "parent_asin": "B09K5B5SP6"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5448,
        "review_text": "Received on December 20,2021, Amazon return window closed January 31. 2 days later, it turned on by itself shortly after using it.  I was able to turn it off by selecting custom mode and holding power button.  Same thing happened the next day.  The day after I couldn't turn it on.  Lots of negative reviews mention this.  Planned obsolescence coordinated with Amazon return policy?  It has a 1 year warranty so I'll contact company and update.",
        "asin": "B08M62TMC3",
        "parent_asin": "B09R4JWLNB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5449,
        "review_text": "I\u2019ve bought three of these machines. Had to send one back already bc it arrived broken. Now two of the three aren\u2019t working. Well one just stopped completely and the second one emits zero scent on high. I just ordered $400 more of these capsules before the machines stopped working. So I\u2019m stuck. Either or more of these machines that clearly have planned obsolescence of one year built in for another $200 or cycle a capsule thru one machine for the next six months for a house that needs much more horsepower. So disappointed and I\u2019ve referred friends to purchase this since my initial experience was good. Yikes!",
        "asin": "B08SHS4K1S",
        "parent_asin": "B08SHS4K1S"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5450,
        "review_text": "Absolute JUNK and multiple disappointments.  One dead battery right out of the box (according to the Energizer charger it came with).  Returning the package, the same thing happened after 2 charges.  I purchased several packages of AA and AAA separately and have had the equivalent of one in each package become non-chargable in less than 10 charges (again, according to Energizers charger).  Regarding the claim of durability....Don't believe it!  Or, simply see for yourself....I've little doubt that with such frequency of failure, you'll come to the same conclusion.<br />Trying to do the responsible thing...these appear little more efficient or environmentally friendly than &#34;old fashion&#34;, disposable batteries.<br />Energizer hasn't the household reputation it used to....at least not in this household!  It seems to be result of shoddy workmanship and/or materials or planned obsolescence....you pick.",
        "asin": "B00000J47L",
        "parent_asin": "B0C1JWZYG1"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5451,
        "review_text": "5 months later and it's already failing. Loud rattle when it's turned on. Any pressure on the brush at all and it completely stops moving. Planned obsolescence? Already?",
        "asin": "B06XT19TYD",
        "parent_asin": "B09K5C9K3N"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5452,
        "review_text": "I purchased 2 of these (it was a deal, buy one get one) so I was using one, and my partner had the other.  Amazingly enough, they both stopped working in the same week.  They just stopped, won't heat, or anything.  So, they were nice while we had them, but I think a year and then, what?  Planned obsolescence?<br /><br />I should say, I did not order them from Amazon, but from the vendor directly.<br /><br />I would not spend my money on these, I hate that they're going into the landfill so soon after purchasing them.",
        "asin": "B085QKB55S",
        "parent_asin": "B08LP5Z3PL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5453,
        "review_text": "Just used so cannot really comment fully.  I used a Waterpik flosser for years and have decided to try this in place of the Waterpiks.  It seems I have to replace them about every 3 years mainly due to a leak in the hose to the water handle.  Built in obsolescence.  Buying a new item vs just replacing the handle seems more cost effective especially since the H2oflosser was close to the price for the Waterpik handle replacement.  But it annoys me to keep throwing out the previous water flosser.  This one adds the use of a nose cleaner.  Never saw in prior flossers.",
        "asin": "B010NNIZQE",
        "parent_asin": "B010NNIZQE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5454,
        "review_text": "Getting tired of the planned obsolescence built in to most electrical units sold today so decided to give this a try.  It works great even after four years.  I keep the connector section attached to the bathroom faucet and the unit easily connects when needed and the strength of the flow can be controlled by the faucet itself.  It's holding up well much better than the more expensive electric units I've used in the past.  Would definitely buy again is this one ever goes bust.  In addition, you can store it away between uses so it doesn't more clutter to limited counter space.",
        "asin": "B001MUBL50",
        "parent_asin": "B001MUBL50"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5455,
        "review_text": "I liked this product and used it every day.  Biggest beef was that the toothbrush heads have a built in obsolescence and you have to keep buying and buying and buying them, but otherwise, it worked well.  Then one day last week, the toothbrush would not come off the toothbrush handle.  Then it just stopped working at all. This is one year and one month after I bought it. They do not sell a toothbrush handle replacement, so the whole thing is now junk and I either have to buy a whole new unit and throw this away, or get something else.  What a waste.  I gave it two stars because I did like it before it broke, but this sucks.",
        "asin": "B07BG6YKWF",
        "parent_asin": "B07BG6YKWF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5456,
        "review_text": "Here are two things Phillips will not tell you about their Sonicare toothbrushes and heads.<br /><br />1) The collar that holds the toothbrush to the handle will disintegrate in a couple of months. That's what prompted this review, because they would not replace mine after it fell apart two weeks after purchasing a replacement.<br /><br />They manufacturer these things to disintegrate so you will continue to buy replacements - planned obsolescence. However, I suspect their China supplier is skimping on the plastic specifications and they fall apart in weeks instead of months. (Do you think China would really do that?)<br /><br />2) UNPLUG your base until you need to charge the toothbrush.  If you charge it up overnight, then unplug the base, the toothbrush will work for four brushings per day for about a month.  Then, when it signals or stops, plug the base in to charge it.<br /><br />This method will allow your toothbrush to work for five years or longer. If you keep the base plugged in all the time, these NiCad batteries develop memory and will stop functioning after 18 to 24 months.<br /><br />A bonus, if you travel a lot as I do, you don't have to pack the charger.  Just make sure it's topped off and you're good for a month's vacation.",
        "asin": "B00008BFXG",
        "parent_asin": "B00008BFXG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5457,
        "review_text": "Here are two things Phillips will not tell you about their Sonicare toothbrushes and heads.<br /><br />1) The collar that holds the toothbrush to the handle will disintegrate in a couple of months. That's what prompted this review, because they would not replace mine after it fell apart two weeks after purchasing a replacement.<br /><br />They manufacturer these things to disintegrate so you will continue to buy replacements - planned obsolescence. However, I suspect their China supplier is skimping on the plastic specifications and they fall apart in weeks instead of months. (Do you think China would really do that?)<br /><br />2) UNPLUG your base until you need to charge the toothbrush.  If you charge it up overnight, then unplug the base, the toothbrush will work for four brushings per day for about a month.  Then, when it signals or stops, plug the base in to charge it.<br /><br />This method will allow your toothbrush to work for five years or longer. If you keep the base plugged in all the time, these NiCad batteries develop memory and will stop functioning after 18 to 24 months.<br /><br />A bonus, if you travel a lot as I do, you don't have to pack the charger.  Just make sure it's topped off and you're good for a month's vacation.",
        "asin": "B000AMRII0",
        "parent_asin": "B000AMRII0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5458,
        "review_text": "I don't write too many reviews but felt compelled to do so re: this product so that others may be warned about its flawed design. We bought this from Amazon in late January 2021 and it just stopped working entirely. I suspect it's due to a depleted CR-2032 battery in the handle which, per the manufacturer, is not replaceable and has to be removed for recycling by literally hitting the handle with a hammer to open it up, which will effectively make the machine useless. So, the flosser will last only as long as the life of the battery. Talk about planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B08GS68JXJ",
        "parent_asin": "B08GS68JXJ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5459,
        "review_text": "These Break!  I have had 4-5 of them, and they worked well until they broke:  either at the hinge, or the lens frame.  I wrote to Foster Grant and they offered to replace,  but I never heard from them again.<br />Great idea, but , for $25 apiece,  let's make them last more than 3 months.  Why can't they make frames that are somewhat pliable?<br />I suspected &#34;Planned Obsolescence&#34;.  Sort of like streets and roads:  Job security for repair persons.",
        "asin": "B004HH5TL2",
        "parent_asin": "B004HH5TL2"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5460,
        "review_text": "Depends for Female is a good idea. BUT, the absorbent patch  sticks to my skin, therefore , pulling it off the &#34;pants&#34;  part of the garment.  I have to use Masking tape to keep the whole garment from falling apart.  This happens, even though the absorbent patch is 'dry as a bone''  i.e. not weighted down with 'wetness'<br /><br />Flaw in Design?  For obsolescence, inducing us to buy more?  Or what?<br /><br />I would like other's input",
        "asin": "B001QCWTAK",
        "parent_asin": "B001QCWTAK"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5461,
        "review_text": "Not even a week in, and one of the brushes has split. I purchased this product for it to be eco- friendly. \u201cPlanned obsolescence \u201c is not an approach I would have expected from a product that claims to be eco friendly.",
        "asin": "B08JSGQSCN",
        "parent_asin": "B08JSGQSCN"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5462,
        "review_text": "Worked for less than 1 bottle. Nothing.. New batteries nothing..  New bottle nothing.. Planned obsolescence.. Buyer beware..",
        "asin": "B075HP5G2D",
        "parent_asin": "B0C5S3MYF8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5463,
        "review_text": "These mop covers are luxurious, absorbent. We've been looking for something to replace the mediocre one that came with the mop and we've been blown away by these. They do the job. Keep the wood floors clean. And they're of such high quality they last forever. The people who makes these didn't design them with planned obsolescence in mind. Worth every penny. Love these.",
        "asin": "B07N14758V",
        "parent_asin": "B07N14758V"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5464,
        "review_text": "This is the only cost-effective way to go if you want to maintain your UPS investment. It is sad that Schneider Electric wants to charge you more than the cost of a new Back UPS Pro 1500 just for the replacement battery. Talk about planned obsolescence and disregard for the environment. I have been an APC customer for 20 years buying may UPS backups for home and work -- since Schneider Electric bought APC them they have seem to lost sight of treating the customer fairly and ethically in regard to replacement batteries and recycling / shipping of used batteries. Thanks Amazon for carrying alternative batteries and giving consumers a choice against corporate greed and lack of ethics.",
        "asin": "B00C80PYC4",
        "parent_asin": "B00C80PYC4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5465,
        "review_text": "This is planned obsolescence at it's very finest: a lamp for which a replacement lightbulb is neither made nor sold!  When I bought the lamp, I believed the marketing that the lightbulb would essentially last forever.  Well I bought it 3 years ago.  Over the past year, the bulb got progressively dimmer until it stopped working.  There isn't any information anywhere about how to get a replacement lightbulb so I emailed customer service.  They told me that they there is no replacement bulb that that they will send me a refund for 50% of the value of the lamp.  Which is the only reason why I'm not giving it 1 star, which is what it truly deserves.<br /><br />Also, it was NOT very bright.  As others have said, it appears the manufacturer is lying about the brightness. I never used it as a SAD lamp for that reason.  I ended up using it as a task lamp instead.<br /><br />EDIT 10/16/2020: I have revised this review to change my rating from 2 stars to 1 star.\u00a0 I was not in fact given a refund for 50% of the value of the lamp as I'd been promised.\u00a0 The manufacturer \"refunded\" the money to the card which I used to make the original purchase 3 years ago.\u00a0 Given the time that has elapsed, I no longer have that card and thus was unable to access the so-called refund.\u00a0 They were unwilling to give me an actual refund unless I purchased a new lamp (again with no possibility of ever replacing the bulb once it burns out)",
        "asin": "B01IU9MMPI",
        "parent_asin": "B09YCPN1QF"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5466,
        "review_text": "Does not fit older glade scent dispensers. Planned obsolescence at it's finest. Not going to be buying any more glade products cause apparently they would prefer for people to throw their older but perfectly fine dispensers away just because they want to make a buck. That's consumer abuse and I won't support it.",
        "asin": "B089F8BMY7",
        "parent_asin": "B0C1K8KP5H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5467,
        "review_text": "In spite of keeping unit clean and charged as directed it now appears to be charging as the blinking green light indicates and then appears full charged as the light goes solid but it no longer runs.<br /><br />It seems like built in obsolescence when it could probably have easily been designed with user replaceable batteries.",
        "asin": "B000AMRII0",
        "parent_asin": "B000AMRII0"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5468,
        "review_text": "This stopped working properly by the summer of 2022, after ordering in March 2021. At first I assumed it needed a new battery and it took me a while to take care of that. When I finally did, this fall, I found out that it just was not weighing properly. I definitely did not lose 70 pounds this year, which is what happened -- it showed the weight much lower than what is real. This is really frustrating. Planned obsolescence sucks.",
        "asin": "B0014ZZ0F0",
        "parent_asin": "B0BXM99G3Y"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5469,
        "review_text": "The Swiffer WetJet is a dastardly example of planned obsolescence where the unprotected motor is slowly rusted over time by the cleaning fluid until it jams forcing most people toss the entire thing out to buy a new one.<br /><br />With a few turns I managed to get the motor unjammed and it lives to clean another day, but guessing there\u2019 not a whole lot of life left on this one.<br /><br />This is already an inherently wasteful product made moreso outright nefarious engineering.<br /><br />The WetJet has been on the market for 20+ years and gone through several redesigns giving P&G ample opportunity to fix the issue which makes it clear that the rusting motor is by design.",
        "asin": "B07YQDD94M",
        "parent_asin": "B0BZTMY9TG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5470,
        "review_text": "Have to say we loved it for a year. Naturally, 2 days after the return period the wheels fell off.(planned obsolescence?). We will probably replace it with the same simply because a 91 yo isn\u2019t going to learn a new machine at this point!",
        "asin": "B000X1QOQU",
        "parent_asin": "B0B6S2T6C4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5471,
        "review_text": "Bought in March 2019 and it gave out \u2014 motor quit, September 2020.  For $80, that planned obsolescence is too soon.  It was not the strongest of water jets, even as a plug in, and now gave up the ghost.  My husband has my older one bought 20 years ago and it is still working.",
        "asin": "B0779H8PYD",
        "parent_asin": "B0779H8PYD"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5472,
        "review_text": "Sonicare has mastered the concept of planned obsolescence. I am convinced that these exorbitantly expensive factory brushes are designed to fall out after about a month, so that you burn through them faster. The same thing happened with the last batch that came with the unit.<br />I am disgusted, and I am going back to the far cheaper knock-offs available online.<br />Never again.<br />Don't buy these!",
        "asin": "B078BF27BF",
        "parent_asin": "B0C8K2JT6L"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5473,
        "review_text": "1. For reference look at Amazon's picture of the mop refill. The sponge head came loose from the gray part after 10 minutes use, rendering the mop useless. Will return to Home Depot for refund.<br /><br />2. Can't undo the plastic knobs and remove the mophead to replace, even if I wanted to (and I don't!). Instruction video shows turning the two blue plastic knobs a quarter turn, removing them \"easily\"  to unlock and remove old one to install replacement. I turn the knobs as directed, and no matter how hard I pull they won't come off.<br /><br />Comment: I'm 72, and over time must have used and discarded broken sponge mops from various manufacturers. They seem designed for planned obsolescence!",
        "asin": "B000W641ZM",
        "parent_asin": "B07Z4GCSK4"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5474,
        "review_text": "This brush actually works very well. The sponge does a good job of cleaning the interior of bottles while the nipple brush is a useful tool for cleaning the nipple insides. The way the brush folds inside the handle is also quite neat. It is also very affordable.<br /><br />However, we have had problems with these brushes breaking - specifically the  handle snaps where it attaches to the sponge head. Cheap to replace but irritating nevertheless. Have tried a couple of other brushes and this is the best (in our experience) in terms of how well it cleans so we will probably keep on buying despite the built in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B000V8G07I",
        "parent_asin": "B000V8G07I"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5475,
        "review_text": "This product is not what it used to -last year I would of given this thing 7 Stars this year not even 1. You can tell they changed the formulation of the product and where it's manufactured because the jar is completely different last year it was all white this year somewhat seethrough and the smell is different smells watered down compared to last years by atleast 90% -last year I could put a dime size amount on my back and I would get relief this year with this new jar version i'm 15% through the jar in one day and still no relief..save your money unless he is willing to go back to his old version. This strategy is called obsolescence if a product is to good they usually down grade it for more profits benefiting corporate greed then the benefit of life and human experience.",
        "asin": "B0026HDURA",
        "parent_asin": "B09JY3BZBS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5476,
        "review_text": "I used mine 2-3 times a week for past 18 months.  The battery will no longer take a charge.  Maybe that\u2019s normal built-in obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B07DG279MB",
        "parent_asin": "B08F6SZQ6T"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5477,
        "review_text": "The only flaw is the narrow and thin walled tube connections (narrower than the standard tank fill valve's connection), so that the tubes are not compatible. Moreover, the supplied tubes are not chlorine resistant, over time they get whitish, bloated is diameter and brittle. When you try to disconnect tubes later to replace or reposition, the thin walled tube connections break off rendering the whole thing useless (smells of built in obsolescence). If manufacturer could improve this part (make thicker walled, bigger/standard size tube connections) it'd be a perfect 5 star product.",
        "asin": "B00LPEO64G",
        "parent_asin": "B0BVGR6Y2L"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5478,
        "review_text": "Great design concept but the cheap materials and built-in obsolescence makes for very poor quality - not durable at all! After a couple of weeks the the soap dispenser handle became unglued. I glued  it again with some super glue. After about 3 weeks, the brush head secure connection clip became loose and kept falling off. Hopefully, you will find a better product after learning from my experience!",
        "asin": "B07LD3BLMS",
        "parent_asin": "B07LD3BLMS"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5479,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence best describes this expensive disposable toothbrush. Count on the battery dying months after the 2 year warranty expires. Has happened to me twice. My wife's Braun Oral B toothbrush going on 5 years and no problems. Philips knows they created a problem, but apparently customer loyalty is not important to them. Hope this helps others avoid the frustration.",
        "asin": "B0052JN7XG",
        "parent_asin": "B0052JN7XG"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5480,
        "review_text": "This is a great gadget but seems designed for obsolescence. I've had two putter out after a couple of years. Still, I liked them enough to purchase it again and keep my fingers crossed. The sound can really fill the room which is exactly what we needed it for. The cord is thin and fits easily under a door or rug.",
        "asin": "B00A2JBMRE",
        "parent_asin": "B092SW9BX3"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5481,
        "review_text": "Magnifying glass is good but the led lights are a spoiler. Too dim for led lights. Not bright at all. I specifically ordered it for the light but only got a magnifying glass. Not surprised. The market is full of cheap products now days. Seems like 90% of products are of poor quality. Planned OBSOLESCENCE!",
        "asin": "B08PPDTHYL",
        "parent_asin": "B08PPDTHYL"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5482,
        "review_text": "If this replacement battery lasts as long as the original did I will be completely amazed.  I do not recall the expected battery life but the original battery just went bad after almost 15 years of uninterrupted service in my XS 1200.  Maybe I should not reveal this as the &#34;planned obsolescence&#34; folks may get wind of it and mess things up.  So my 5 stars represent past experience and not performance of the replacement battery, which did keep things going during a power outage yesterday. Happy so far.",
        "asin": "B00094OX2S",
        "parent_asin": "B084XW7XGQ"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5483,
        "review_text": "Planned obsolescence at its finest<br />The Nose piece is designed to break easily<br /><br />Rendering it painful and useless",
        "asin": "B00O1209CW",
        "parent_asin": "B0BK3Z4J1G"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5484,
        "review_text": "I have used these batteries for years (4+) and even though the wrapping may have slight damage from wear and tear still going strong and I am thinking of rewrapping for a few more years out of them, The cell technology is no joke and the low discharge claim is underselling, True marvels in an industry polluted with giants that offer subpar batteries that have planned obsolescence as the goal for maintain profit. Never settle with less, go EBL Where Electronics are Built with Love.",
        "asin": "B00HSHLC82",
        "parent_asin": "B0B4ZH2KNB"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5485,
        "review_text": "I have gone through three Swiffer Sweepers in a year. They break at the second joint on the handle and become unusable. I don't believe it is only because of my firm cleaning style. While I am muscular, I am not heavy.  117 pounds during curling season and no more than 135 pounds off season. So it is not like I am a 250 pound pole vaulter. Like everyone else, I just want my kitchen floor clean without having to get on my hands and knees. After the last Swiffer handle broke, I refused to buy a new one.  Instead, I took matters into my own hands.  I replaced the handle with a stalk of bamboo harvested from my yard. It has held up magnificently. If it was made like this originally I would have given it a five star review. But it didn't. It came with a cheap metalish handle fastened in three segments. As is, one star.<br /><br />Frustratingly enough, I imagine the Swiffer is made in China where bamboo is most plentiful. There it is not just food for pandas. In China bamboo is a symbol of longevity.  Many skyscrapers are built on scaffolding made of bamboo. You would think the engineers and MBA's at Swiffer would agree it could withstand the burden of wet mopping.<br /><br />Of course you may think that it breaks on purpose--manufactured obsolescence by the folks at Proctor and Gamble so you have to replace it every few months. But I'm not so sure.  Swiffer must surely rely on the same business model as the razor. Gillette profits from cartridge replacement and Swiffer makes their money from the moisten cloth refills. Or so I thought.  Imagine if your razor malfunctioned in the same way-- if it snapped just as you were rounding the curve of your chin, or the bend in your knee. Danger right? Possible nicks. Maybe even some blood.  Well, same thing here. Imagine falling face first on the kitchen floor when the handle of your Swiffer suddenly snaps. Because that is just what happened to me. I fell forward toward the floor where the jagged and erect segment of the handle that was connected to the mop head awaited my abdomen. Fortunately it was during the season and my abs were rock hard.<br /><br />Whether it was my abs, or just the cheap metal that kept me from being impaled-- I really don't know. But it was traumatic. So much so that  I swore I would never fall for another Swiffer Sweeper and that one day I would write a review. That day has come. Proctor and Gamble, I am here addressing you directly:  I will not replace my broken Swiffer ever again. Even if you send me a coupon for a free one. I'm covered. But thanks.<br /><br />You see, as long as I have bamboo growing like a weed in my backyard, I have a replacement handle. I have already attempted to share this insight with my neighbors. They once complained about how it intruded into their yards, but I bet they will think differently now. And with this review I hope to spread it even further. My advice: Go ahead, buy a one star rated Swiffer-- but just one. Unless it is a gag gift or booby trap, don't wait for it to break on you. Replace the handle with a bamboo shoot of the same size right from the get go. And afterwards, give yourself a five star pat on the back.<br /><br />And keep on swiffering. I know I will.<br /><br />L. Black",
        "asin": "B0012H549W",
        "parent_asin": "B07C3F7SBV"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5486,
        "review_text": "I\u2019ve swallowed at least two sets of bristles! I can\u2019t imagine that is healthy for me. The bristles keep falling out. The brush heads last about two weeks and then they fall apart. I never had this problem with the much lower cost white Sonic models. I go and buy the $200 model and now the bristles keep falling out. I should have stayed  with the cheap  model. It appears these brush heads are using pressure fitting for the bristles in a silicone setting. As soon as the setting is used a couple of dozen times the bristles fall out. Excellent planned obsolescence idea, so that is consumers keep buying expensive brush heads. This needs to be addressed or I\u2019m not buying any more.",
        "asin": "B012QQEVM8",
        "parent_asin": "B012QQEVM8"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5487,
        "review_text": "Update. This product failed twice. While it functions great, it eventually fails to work after 2 to 3 weeks of use. What a waste! Don't spend your money, its designed with planned obsolescence and it stopped working on 2 pads I ordered.<br /><br />Well weighted, can get very warm. It's nice to have 9 warmth settings and a timer up to 8 hours with a continuous ON setting. I only wish the display was backlit. It is very difficult to see the settings.",
        "asin": "B08DV4VXS8",
        "parent_asin": "B09ZPLQBDM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5488,
        "review_text": "Update. This product failed twice. While it functions great, it eventually fails to work after 2 to 3 weeks of use. What a waste! Don't spend your money, its designed with planned obsolescence and it stopped working on 2 pads I ordered.<br /><br />Well weighted, can get very warm. It's nice to have 9 warmth settings and a timer up to 8 hours with a continuous ON setting. I only wish the display was backlit. It is very difficult to see the settings.",
        "asin": "B08DV4VXS8",
        "parent_asin": "B09ZPLQBDM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5489,
        "review_text": "Update. This product failed twice. While it functions great, it eventually fails to work after 2 to 3 weeks of use. What a waste! Don't spend your money, its designed with planned obsolescence and it stopped working on 2 pads I ordered.<br /><br />Well weighted, can get very warm. It's nice to have 9 warmth settings and a timer up to 8 hours with a continuous ON setting. I only wish the display was backlit. It is very difficult to see the settings.",
        "asin": "B08DV4VXS8",
        "parent_asin": "B09ZPLQBDM"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5490,
        "review_text": "If you like product obsolescence, then this might be great for you! You can\u2019t use this scale without downloading an app and connecting it to the scale. It won\u2019t weigh or function at all until you complete the set up. What happens when they inevitably stop support for the app? How about those without Wi-Fi or smart phones who just want a working and accurate digital scale? I don\u2019t mind smart scales that have the option to be connected to the internet, but it should be an /option/, not a requirement.",
        "asin": "B072C4XB3G",
        "parent_asin": "B0BTK7NN71"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5491,
        "review_text": "The unit arrived with a problem so I called Waterpik and they replaced it straight away.  The replacement worked wonderfully for almost exactly a year, then the rechargeable battery performance plummeted and, within a couple of weeks, died.  The battery cannot be replaced, so the $90 spent was for 12 months of use.  Serendipitously, I had kept the first one and found, miraculously, that it now worked.  However, it also lasted about 12 months and died.  Having gotten a 2-for-one, I cannot complain: really like the way it worked.  Lasting for a year for $90, and having confirmed with 2 units that it's a good bet on planned obsolescence, I will not be buying another one and would recommend that others look to models with replaceable batteries!",
        "asin": "B01GNVF8BK",
        "parent_asin": "B08L4SBZ9V"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5492,
        "review_text": "Pros: Using this water flosser is pretty straightforward, and I like the range of tips and the adjustability of the water volume/strength.<br /><br />Cons: Unfortunately, durability of design is a problem. I've bought several water flossers over the last couple years, from different vendors and they all have the same problem (this one, too): after a few months of use, something breaks in the hose, breaking the suction, and the entire machine is rendered useless.  (I think this one lasted about 6 month?)<br /><br />After the first water flosser broke, I tried to be more gentle in my handling of the machine (in case I had been using it more roughly than expected). My increased gentleness did extend the life of the machine by a month or two, but even with attentive care, 6 months of use is still quite disappointing.<br /><br />Perhaps this is not a classic case of planned or intentional obsolescence,  but this is a design problem that could easily be fixed.  There just doesn't seem to be the incentive or motivation to do so. Sure, $30 for a water flosser isn't a huge hit on the wallet, but I don't want to have to replace it several times a year. That's just wasteful and irritating.",
        "asin": "B010NNIZQE",
        "parent_asin": "B010NNIZQE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5493,
        "review_text": "This unit died after three weeks of three-times-a-day normal use. A German tech-whiz friend of mine took it apart, un-jammed the motor, cleaned off as much of the already-accumulating corrosion as he could, and managed to get it to work again\u2014which it did for two more uses before permanently dying. His comment, \u201cCheap China crap.\u201d<br />It is good for masochists, those who like throwing their money away, or love poor-quality, planned-obsolescence, disposable junk to make a fast buck, but not for those who care about quality, dependability, good workmanship, and receiving value for what they pay for.<br />W.B.",
        "asin": "B010NNIZQE",
        "parent_asin": "B010NNIZQE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5494,
        "review_text": "This unit died after three weeks of three-times-a-day normal use. A German tech-whiz friend of mine took it apart, un-jammed the motor, cleaned off as much of the already-accumulating corrosion as he could, and managed to get it to work again\u2014which it did for two more uses before permanently dying. His comment, \u201cCheap China crap.\u201d<br />It is good for masochists, those who like throwing their money away, or love poor-quality, planned-obsolescence, disposable junk to make a fast buck, but not for those who care about quality, dependability, good workmanship, and receiving value for what they pay for.<br />W.B.",
        "asin": "B010NNIZQE",
        "parent_asin": "B010NNIZQE"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5495,
        "review_text": "Designed obsolescence after six months? I expected better from Phillips Sonicare.",
        "asin": "B09LD7WRVS",
        "parent_asin": "B0B62FN6GH"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5496,
        "review_text": "I've had bad experiences with third party insoles in the past and I know I'm not alone in saying that they often don't fit quite right, slip around inside, or add too much thickness. Earlier this year I figured I'd give these ones a try after finding my beloved and gently-worn casual sneakers - Nike SB Portmore, Nike SB Check, and Nike Dual Fusion Run 3 (wide) all in Men's size 11 - too uncomfortable to wear. I was a little bummed that each pair went from being ultra comfortable to downright painful after only moderate use and suspected that the insoles were the culprit. Boy was I right! I went out on a limb by buying these inserts without getting to try them on but the size 11 ones matched perfectly with my mint Nikes. Frankly, I'm not surprised that the Nike insoles were bunk and wouldn't be shocked if this is planned obsolescence. Nevertheless, these third party insoles eliminated the foot pain I was experiencing and I no longer get foot fatigue after 10k runs. I've also noticed a slight decreased in sciatic pain after work outs due to the increased support these inserts provide. I found the insoles to be a tad stiff at first but after a week or so of heavy use, they molded to my feet and became more flexible. I can honestly say that these bad boys were worth every penny and I find myself swapping the original insoles in my other brand shoes on a daily basis. This one pair has been going strong for the past three months and show no sign of wearing out. Would give six stars if I could!",
        "asin": "B005AFHJY0",
        "parent_asin": "B0BJL3MK3H"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5497,
        "review_text": "No idea why this thing has such a lifespan.  Planned obsolescence?  Regardless, product no longer exists, so company might not stand behind their products.",
        "asin": "B00UALX9NY",
        "parent_asin": "B07254C4Y5"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5498,
        "review_text": "This is definitely not like the WaterPik I grew up with in the 80's; that lasted years and years with three people using it daily.  That said, it does have decent pressure (subjective to me of course), it's nice to not have a cord on the counter every day, and it is small and portable.<br /><br />However, the finer attention to details in making a product that has good longevity in addition to working properly, takes back seat to cost cutting measures and cheap internal components. This is just more of the sad, profit-driven-at-expense-of-everything, mindset of companies like this these days.<br /><br />Case in point and highlight of this review - the actual water \"pik\" output handle where you click in your tip of choice. It is very weakly made with cheap plastic and no way to manually service it yourself. For example it is one, press-molded piece with no screws allowing you to gain entrance to fix when things go wrong. And from the sound of other reviews (including this one), things will go wrong.<br /><br />We purchased this in Jun 2022 and by Sept 2022 the slider mechanism that stops water at the tip started to break. At first it rendered the device unusable as it was broken in the \"shut off\" position and allowed no water to come out. After tapping and shaking the part for better part of a day, we managed to get it stuck in the on-position. This has at least made the device usable...for now.  In addition to that issue, the switch that locks in your tip of choice is starting to sound \"iffy\", and there is no way to fix when the cord going in jiggles loose (which other reviews have commented on leads to leaking)<br /><br />Effectively the device didn't even last half a year before breaking down. While it is \"usable\" for now, I don't hold out hope it is going to make it to its one year anniversary.  It's not a \"horrible\" product (hence two stars), just a sad testament to companies that nowadays expect you to be indentured to them in perpetuity, by constantly drip feeding them more money, for products that they intentionally design to have early, planned obsolescence.  It may seem like a good deal for the price now, but it's not when you have to buy one every year. Far better for them to actually make something with robust parts, be potentially user serviceable (not everything, but some things should be), and sell it at higher price point; yeah, it will last longer and not bring in the scummy \"subscription model like\" drip-drip of money -- but you'll have more happy and loyal customers and a much better product.<br /><br />If you buy this product as it is currently made, yes you will get particles out from between your teeth, but just know the probability is higher than average that you will be buying another one sooner than you expect.",
        "asin": "B08V1LS3FZ",
        "parent_asin": "B08W4HSD8T"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5499,
        "review_text": "This is definitely not like the WaterPik I grew up with in the 80's; that lasted years and years with three people using it daily.  That said, it does have decent pressure (subjective to me of course), it's nice to not have a cord on the counter every day, and it is small and portable.<br /><br />However, the finer attention to details in making a product that has good longevity in addition to working properly, takes back seat to cost cutting measures and cheap internal components. This is just more of the sad, profit-driven-at-expense-of-everything, mindset of companies like this these days.<br /><br />Case in point and highlight of this review - the actual water \"pik\" output handle where you click in your tip of choice. It is very weakly made with cheap plastic and no way to manually service it yourself. For example it is one, press-molded piece with no screws allowing you to gain entrance to fix when things go wrong. And from the sound of other reviews (including this one), things will go wrong.<br /><br />We purchased this in Jun 2022 and by Sept 2022 the slider mechanism that stops water at the tip started to break. At first it rendered the device unusable as it was broken in the \"shut off\" position and allowed no water to come out. After tapping and shaking the part for better part of a day, we managed to get it stuck in the on-position. This has at least made the device usable...for now.  In addition to that issue, the switch that locks in your tip of choice is starting to sound \"iffy\", and there is no way to fix when the cord going in jiggles loose (which other reviews have commented on leads to leaking)<br /><br />Effectively the device didn't even last half a year before breaking down. While it is \"usable\" for now, I don't hold out hope it is going to make it to its one year anniversary.  It's not a \"horrible\" product (hence two stars), just a sad testament to companies that nowadays expect you to be indentured to them in perpetuity, by constantly drip feeding them more money, for products that they intentionally design to have early, planned obsolescence.  It may seem like a good deal for the price now, but it's not when you have to buy one every year. Far better for them to actually make something with robust parts, be potentially user serviceable (not everything, but some things should be), and sell it at higher price point; yeah, it will last longer and not bring in the scummy \"subscription model like\" drip-drip of money -- but you'll have more happy and loyal customers and a much better product.<br /><br />If you buy this product as it is currently made, yes you will get particles out from between your teeth, but just know the probability is higher than average that you will be buying another one sooner than you expect.",
        "asin": "B08V1LS3FZ",
        "parent_asin": "B08W4HSD8T"
    },
    {
        "unique_id": 5500,
        "review_text": "Really like the scent. These smaller cartridges are hard to find at our local grocery store. It looks like Glade is phasing these out for the larger format spray. Looks like another case of planned obsolescence.",
        "asin": "B0088UYBTA",
        "parent_asin": "B09H1KHNXS"
    }
]