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[–] fiercekitten@lemm.ee 92 points 7 months ago (61 children)

Parts pairing is prohibited only on devices sold in 2025 and later. And there are carve-outs for certain kinds of electronics and devices, including video game consoles, medical devices, HVAC systems, motor vehicles, and—as with other states—"electric toothbrushes."

What’s a good-faith argument for exempting these devices? Or was it simply successful lobbying in protecting corporate interests.

[–] Ottomateeverything@lemmy.world 71 points 7 months ago (58 children)

I could see an argument about medical devices, HVAC, and vehicles... But I don't think I'd agree with them. Except maybe medical.

Consoles and toothbrushes though? What the fuck?

[–] oo1@kbin.social 10 points 7 months ago (2 children)

For toothbrushes, are they worried repair won't re-seal it effectively so make it unsuitable for use in the wet environment?

[–] liara@lemm.ee 1 points 7 months ago

I hope you're right and this isn't about them getting ready to DRM brush handles to brush heads. Sonicare brush heads are ridiculously overpriced compared to the knock offs

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