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==Comparisons to similar practices by other companies== | ==Comparisons to similar practices by other companies== | ||
Bambu Lab's new authorization and authentication requirements have been compared to a number of practices by traditional printer manufacturers, such as [[HP]] or [[Epson]], who have also faced backlash around their handling of [[digital | Bambu Lab's new authorization and authentication requirements have been compared to a number of practices by traditional printer manufacturers, such as [[HP]] or [[Epson]], who have also faced backlash around their handling of [[digital rights management]] (DRM){{Citation needed}}. These comparisons address: | ||
*'''Forced updates''': Firmware updates have rendered third-party ink cartridges incompatible, forcing users to purchase proprietary consumables. | *'''Forced updates''': Firmware updates have rendered third-party ink cartridges incompatible, forcing users to purchase proprietary consumables. | ||
*'''Restricted features''': Scanner/printer combos that will not scan if the ink is empty. | *'''Restricted features''': Scanner/printer combos that will not scan if the ink is empty. | ||