#product lifecycle

Why are smartwatches already obsolete, but we keep buying them anyway?

Should you always buy last year’s model the moment a new one drops?

Is the "best" product always the worst choice for the planet?

Are newer versions of tech gadgets worth the upgrade cost?

Should engineers prioritize durability over recyclability, even if it means more waste?

Are "slow engineering" and "durability-first" design principles the only ethical way forward, or do they hold back innovation?

Should engineers stop obsessing over efficiency and start prioritizing designs that are actually repairable?