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Video ~~Source~~: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGzDCnjgUbc

* '''Channel:''' [https://www.youtube.com/@rossmanngroup Louis Rossmann]

* '''Video:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGzDCnjgUbc Unplugging the battery bricks the Onewheel GT - Future Motion is a horrible company, IMO]

* '''Date:''' 2022-03-19

* '''Description:'''

~~Video Title~~: ~~Unplugging the battery bricks the Onewheel GT~~ - ~~Future Motion is a horrible company, IMO~~

👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/onewheel/comments/pyxob7/a_word_from_our_friends_at_jw_batteries_in/

👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKALUEoRd7E

👉 https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/reports/nixing-fix-ftc-report-congress-repair-restrictions/nixing_the_fix_report_final_5521_630pm-508_002.pdf

👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaTFGrPyUoo

👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dhuia0skrus

=== Youtube auto-generated transcript: ===

== AI Disclaimer ==

The Summary and Transcription below were generated using artificial intelligence (AI). While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy and coherence, the following points should be noted:

* The transcript is machine-generated and is likely to contain inaccuracies, omissions, or misinterpretations due to the limitations of automated transcription technology.

* The summary, created using AI, is derived from this transcript and will likely not capture the nuances, tone, and context of the original content.

* Users should exercise caution and verify the information, considering the compounded limitations of two layers of AI processing.

== AI Summary ==

The video discusses concerns about the company Future Motion and its handling of the Onewheel GT, specifically criticizing their restrictive practices and lack of support for right-to-repair. Key points include:

=== Right-to-Repair Issues: ===

Future Motion prevents users from repairing their own Onewheel GTs. Disconnecting the battery bricks the device, requiring it to be sent to the manufacturer for repair. The company claims this is for safety, but critics argue it's a deliberate attempt to control repairs.

=== Proprietary Restrictions: ===

The Onewheel GT includes proprietary parts like a unique charging port and specific tire sizes, making it harder to use third-party components.

External batteries and other user modifications are disabled by software updates.

===Legal and Ethical Concerns:===

Future Motion sued third-party companies like JW Batteries, which offered solutions to bypass these restrictions, further stifling user autonomy.

Under the U.S. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), bypassing digital locks—even for repair—is illegal, complicating efforts to address these limitations.

=== Community Impact: ===

The restrictive practices harm international users by requiring devices to be shipped back to the U.S. for repairs.

Critics urge affected customers to report the company to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for anti-consumer practices.

Broader Implications: The presenter connects these issues to a larger debate about right-to-repair and manufacturer control, likening it to the restrictive practices of companies like Apple, but worse in this case.

The video ends with a call to action for users to fight back against these practices by filing complaints with the FTC and supporting third-party repair advocates.

== Youtube auto-generated transcript: ==

in the united states we have something

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-Video Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGzDCnjgUbc
+* '''Channel:''' [https://www.youtube.com/@rossmanngroup Louis Rossmann]
+* '''Video:''' [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGzDCnjgUbc Unplugging the battery bricks the Onewheel GT - Future Motion is a horrible company, IMO]
+* '''Date:''' 2022-03-19
+* '''Description:'''
-Video Title: Unplugging the battery bricks the Onewheel GT - Future Motion is a horrible company, IMO
+👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/onewheel/comments/pyxob7/a_word_from_our_friends_at_jw_batteries_in/
+👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKALUEoRd7E
+👉 https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/reports/nixing-fix-ftc-report-congress-repair-restrictions/nixing_the_fix_report_final_5521_630pm-508_002.pdf
+👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaTFGrPyUoo
+👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dhuia0skrus
-=== Youtube auto-generated transcript: ===
+== AI Disclaimer ==
+The Summary and Transcription below were generated using artificial intelligence (AI). While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy and coherence, the following points should be noted:
+* The transcript is machine-generated and is likely to contain inaccuracies, omissions, or misinterpretations due to the limitations of automated transcription technology.
+* The summary, created using AI, is derived from this transcript and will likely not capture the nuances, tone, and context of the original content.
+* Users should exercise caution and verify the information, considering the compounded limitations of two layers of AI processing.
+== AI Summary ==
+The video discusses concerns about the company Future Motion and its handling of the Onewheel GT, specifically criticizing their restrictive practices and lack of support for right-to-repair. Key points include:
+=== Right-to-Repair Issues: ===
+Future Motion prevents users from repairing their own Onewheel GTs. Disconnecting the battery bricks the device, requiring it to be sent to the manufacturer for repair. The company claims this is for safety, but critics argue it's a deliberate attempt to control repairs.
+=== Proprietary Restrictions: ===
+The Onewheel GT includes proprietary parts like a unique charging port and specific tire sizes, making it harder to use third-party components.
+External batteries and other user modifications are disabled by software updates.
+===Legal and Ethical Concerns:===
+Future Motion sued third-party companies like JW Batteries, which offered solutions to bypass these restrictions, further stifling user autonomy.
+Under the U.S. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), bypassing digital locks—even for repair—is illegal, complicating efforts to address these limitations.
+=== Community Impact: ===
+The restrictive practices harm international users by requiring devices to be shipped back to the U.S. for repairs.
+Critics urge affected customers to report the company to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for anti-consumer practices.
+Broader Implications: The presenter connects these issues to a larger debate about right-to-repair and manufacturer control, likening it to the restrictive practices of companies like Apple, but worse in this case.
+The video ends with a call to action for users to fight back against these practices by filing complaints with the FTC and supporting third-party repair advocates.
+== Youtube auto-generated transcript: ==
 in the united states we have something