Opening of a trial for planned obsolescence against Epson: a historic first step
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- #Planned Obsolescence
- #Environmental Impact
- #Consumer Rights
- Epson faces criminal charges in France for planned obsolescence and misleading practices following a complaint by HOP.
- The case alleges Epson artificially limited printer functionality by blocking printing with non-empty cartridges and shortening ink pad lifespan.
- This is the first legal action in France under the 2015 Energy Transition Act's planned obsolescence offense, with a hearing set for July 2.
- HOP highlights environmental and financial impacts, noting billions of cartridges sold yearly and high ink costs, and has also filed a complaint against HP.
- The organization is fundraising for legal costs, and a consumer in Portugal expresses frustration and seeks to join the movement against Epson.