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Median product lifespan shrinks from four years to 1.5
Original: Median product "lifespan" has fallen from ~4y down to ~1.5y
A widely shared discussion claims the median lifespan of software products has fallen from roughly four years to about a year and a half. Commenters are debating why products die faster, with arguments centering on shifting market conditions, faster competition, maintenance burdens, and changing developer priorities.
Why now: The striking claim that products now fail in half the time resonates with developers worried about sustainability and long-term maintenance.
Evidence
- Median product "lifespan" has fallen from ~4y down to ~1.5y · stanislavb · 88
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/3321221