• limerod@reddthat.comOP
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    8 months ago

    Valid question. They set 79% as the threshold. Depending on your usage and environment factors it could dip once or twice in 2-3 years.

    But, it’s cool they include this as the new metric. Previously, according to the article it was mechanical failure only (whatever that means). With 5-7 years of updates a replacement in the 2nd/3rd year of your phone can increase its longevity a bit.

    • VeganCheesecake@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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      8 months ago

      I mean, it’s definitely better than not offering it at all, and if people use the service anyway, than it’s an added Bonus for them. I also do get that not everyone decides on such things due to the monetary value vs having it done independently, and might instead want it for the peace of mind.

      I still think that it wouldn’t be worth it for me personally.