[abeppu]

Is there a product review site that includes a "you actually own it" component? This should include aspects like:

- Can it be repaired by someone other than the manufacturer? - Does it risk becoming a brick if their service shuts down? - Does it require a continuing subscription? - Can the manufacturer disable it without your sign-off?

I would consult such a resource, but I also think that if an influential product review site (e.g. wirecutter) were to specifically and consistently identify these aspects when making recommendations to buyers, eventually it might sway producers?