Ipods are based on perceived obsolescence. So people see who has the new model and who doesn't and they feel stupid with the old model so they go buy the new one though their current ipod still works fine.
MBP are based on planned obsolescence. They don't have to look like they don't function anymore because after a few years stuff stops working right. So the saying should be, "If it ain't broke on the outside....they'll make it break on the inside"
For those looking for a device strictly for reading, the new Kobo is a nice little option. It's small enough to slip into a pocket, can do more with a PDF than the competition, and at $129, it's $10 cheaper than both the Nook and Kindle WiFi.
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Ipods are based on perceived obsolescence. So people see who has the new model and who doesn't and they feel stupid with the old model so they go buy the new one though their current ipod still works fine.
MBP are based on planned obsolescence. They don't have to look like they don't function anymore because after a few years stuff stops working right. So the saying should be, "If it ain't broke on the outside....they'll make it break on the inside"