Re: Why...? Just Why?
To try and avoid the device having a lifetime of 1-2 years if some software feature requires a software update to continue working.
I know we see these devices as standalone but the reality is that many of the features require regular updates to ensure "essential" security fixes and other important updates can be applied and the device continue to operate.
However consumer goods manufacturers seem to have ignored many of the lessons about updating remote devices over the last 20+ years.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
