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Median product lifespan has shrunk from four years to 1.5
Original: Median product "lifespan" has fallen from ~4y down to ~1.5y
A widely shared claim holds that the median lifespan of a product has fallen from roughly four years to about one and a half. The assertion is prompting debate about shorter product cycles, faster obsolescence, and whether companies are prioritising rapid iteration and replacement over durability.
Why now: The stark claimed drop in product longevity is striking and fuels ongoing debate about planned obsolescence and accelerating product cycles.
Evidence
- Median product "lifespan" has fallen from ~4y down to ~1.5y · stanislavb · 89
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