A brief history of hardware epidemics
10 months ago
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- Capacitor Plague (1999-2007): Counterfeit capacitors caused overheating, leakage, and fires in computers, including some Apple models like iMac G5 and eMac.
- Lead-Free Solder (2006-2017): EU ban on lead in electronics led to failures in high-performance graphics cards, notably in MacBook Pro and iMac models.
- Butterfly Keyboards (2015-2019): Apple's thin keyboard design led to key failures due to debris accumulation, prompting a return to scissor mechanisms.
- Apple Service Programs: Apple has a strong record of addressing product issues, offering repair programs even beyond warranty periods.