So does this theory exist? The answer is “yes” reports the BBC<\/a><\/strong>, “but with caveats”.<\/p>\n “To an extent, planned obsolescence is an inevitable consequence of sustainable businesses giving people goods they desire.<\/p>\n In this way, planned obsolescence serves as a reflection of a ravenous, consumer culture which industries did create for their benefit, yet were hardly alone in doing so.”<\/p>\n “Fundamentally, firms are reacting to the tastes of the consumers,\u201d says Judith Chevalier, a professor of finance and economics at Yale University.<\/p>\n “I think there are some avenues where [businesses] are kind of tricking the consumer, but I think there are also situations where I might put the fault on the consumer.\u201d<\/p>\n Radeon Software Crimson Edition – Burning out GPUs<\/p><\/div>\n Visual designs and being up to date with the newest technology (FOMO<\/a><\/strong>) are just as much a form of planned obsolence as failing parts.<\/p>\n It also forms a vital part of the world’s economy of supply and demand, as the massive turnover of goods provides jobs, promotes globalisation and allows for innovation.<\/p>\n What are your thorughts on\u00a0planned obsolescence? Let us know in the comments below and in our forums<\/strong><\/p>\n 8 ultra-advanced monitors for serious PC gamers \u2013 pricing and specifications<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n AMD reveals Radeon RX 460 and RX 470 \u2013 details and early specifications<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n![\"Radeon](\"http:\/\/mygaming.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Radeon-Software-Crimson-Edition-Burning-out-GPUs-Feature-Image.jpg\")
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