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==== <sup>What happens if I never upgrade to this firmware?</sup> ====
==== <sup>What happens if I never upgrade to this firmware?</sup> ====
<sup>You may continue using an older firmware version that does not include the new security updates; however, this means the printers may miss out on important security fixes or bug patches included in newer versions. We highly encourage updating to the latest firmware version for the best experience and enhanced security.</sup></blockquote>However, '''this was not present on the day of the announcement.''' A snapshot of their webpage from archive.is demonstrates this section did not exist on the day of the announcement, when community members voiced their concerns.<ref>https://archive.is/ejq3R</ref><ref>[[:File:2024-01-16-Firmware Update Introducing New Authorization Control System.pdf]]File:2024-01-16-Firmware Update Introducing New Authorization Control System.pdf</ref> Bambu's response to community feedback<ref>https://blog.bambulab.com/updates-and-third-party-integration-with-bambu-connect/</ref> references ''"social media posts spreading baseless allegations and untrue claims about Bambu Lab",'' including ''"Firmware updates will block your printer’s ability to print.",'' without mentioning the context for those allegations. The context for those allegations was the lack of inclusion of the ''"What happens if I never upgrade to this firmware?"'' in Bambu's initial announcement alongside their stated terms of service.
<sup>You may continue using an older firmware version that does not include the new security updates; however, this means the printers may miss out on important security fixes or bug patches included in newer versions. We highly encourage updating to the latest firmware version for the best experience and enhanced security.</sup></blockquote>However, '''this was not present on the day of the announcement.''' A snapshot of their webpage from archive.is demonstrates this section did not exist on the day of the announcement, when community members voiced their concerns.<ref>https://archive.is/ejq3R</ref><ref>[[:File:2024-01-16-Firmware Update Introducing New Authorization Control System.pdf]]File:2024-01-16-Firmware Update Introducing New Authorization Control System.pdf</ref> Bambu's response to community feedback<ref>https://blog.bambulab.com/updates-and-third-party-integration-with-bambu-connect/</ref> references ''"social media posts spreading baseless allegations and untrue claims about Bambu Lab",'' including ''"Firmware updates will block your printer’s ability to print.",'' without mentioning the context for those allegations. The context for those allegations was the lack of inclusion of the ''"What happens if I never upgrade to this firmware?"'' in Bambu's initial announcement alongside their stated terms of service.
This announcement, after the edit in question, clearly states in the header - '''''Updated: January 17, 2025''' - to include additional details and FAQs where the '''What happens if I never upgrade to this firmware?''' among others was added.''
As per webpage oldest snapshot from '''archive.is''' <ref>https://archive.is/ejq3R</ref> dated 16 Jan 2025 17:31 UTC there are two references if choosing to stay on the old firmware:<blockquote>
==== <sup> Important Information for End Users </sup> ====
<sup>2. Old Firmware Option:
Users who decide to use an older firmware version can still use the previous or new versions of Bambu Studio and Bambu Handy without restrictions.</sup>
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Statement reads that user can choose to stay on the previous firmware and will not be punished for their choice by exclusion from access of first party updated software tools.<blockquote>
==== <sup> Information for OrcaSlicer users </sup> ====
<sup> 1. You can continue using your X Series 3D printer with the older firmware version (which does not include Authorization Features). </br>
2. If you choose to upgrade to the firmware version with Authorization Features, you must download and install Bambu Connect (a printer control software)... </sup>
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Statement reads that users have the right of choice to upgrade or stay on the older firmware.
While FAQ section was added after the initial blog post publication:
* It appears to summarize unedited information available in the original article.
* Addition of the FAQ section, and as a result - editing the initial article, are clearly announced.


=== Debate over "bricking" terminology ===
=== Debate over "bricking" terminology ===
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