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*Firmware updates bricking devices; | *Firmware updates bricking devices; | ||
*Instant Ink subscription service and Dynamic Security system, which respectively lock cartridges behind a subscription and restrict the use of aftermarket ones. | *Instant Ink subscription service and Dynamic Security system, which respectively lock cartridges behind a subscription and restrict the use of aftermarket ones. | ||
*Laptop Subscription service which takes ownership away from the device and locks the consumer into HP's terms for 1-year. | |||
==Controversies== | ==Controversies== | ||
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HP Dynamic Security refers to a system in some HP printers to restrict the use of aftermarket ink cartridges, ensuring only original cartridges can be used. This includes locking customers out of using their printer if they purchase or attempt to use officially licensed and partnered ink-refill services, such as recycled cartridges sold by partner companies such as Best Buy, Walmart, and Office Depot. | HP Dynamic Security refers to a system in some HP printers to restrict the use of aftermarket ink cartridges, ensuring only original cartridges can be used. This includes locking customers out of using their printer if they purchase or attempt to use officially licensed and partnered ink-refill services, such as recycled cartridges sold by partner companies such as Best Buy, Walmart, and Office Depot. | ||
===HP Laptop Subscription=== | |||
{{Main|HP Laptop Subscription}} | |||
HP Laptop Subscription refers to a subscription service which offers customers access to HP's latest AI-powered laptops and additional benefits for a monthly fee. However, the customer never owns the laptop they receive and are locked into a 1-year commitment term if the consumer retains their subscription for more than the 30-day trial period, alongside additional caveats. | |||
=References= | =References= | ||
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[[Category:HP Inc.]] | [[Category:HP Inc.]] | ||