Are companies like Apple and Samsung designing expensive electronic products, built to die? Every year, shinier, slicker new models are released to encourage us to upgrade. But it’s not enough just to persuade consumers to buy more and more: they have to be forced to upgrade. From the iPod and iPhone, designed with an integrated battery that cannot be changed by the user, to Samsung TVs built to burn out after three years, manufacturers are doing everything they can to limit their products’ lifespan. Older versions not only last longer, but in many cases, they also performed better. The picture quality on the old cathode ray TVs was higher than on the new LCDs. We investigate how big brands like Apple ruthlessly use programmed obsolescence to increase their profits. This documentary was first released in 2012. --- SUBSCRIBE for more amazing stories, including free FULL documentaries. At Java Films we have an incredible library of award-winning documentaries: from world-leading investigations to true crime and history, we have something for everyone! Click the SUBSCRIBE button and make sure to set NOTIFICATIONS to stay updated with all new content! Sign up to the Java Films Clubs for exclusive deals and discounts for amazing documentaries - find out first about FREE FULL docs: http://eepurl.com/hhNC69 Head to https://www.watchjavafilms.tv/ to check out our catalogue of documentaries available on Demand. You can also find our docs on : Amazon Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/v/javafilms Vimeo On Demand: https://vimeo.com/javafilms/vod_pages Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JavaFilms/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/java_films Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/javafilms.tv/