[inetknght]

> > Without trying to defend this particular carve-out, I would suggest that things like computers and video game consoles are improving in capability over a much faster time scale than TVs and video cameras. Hence there is much less of an expectation of longevity / relevance than with other tech goods.

I disagree with your point, but I'll reply to this one:

> That argument made sense 10 years ago, but since then we've seen a lot of slowdown in computers, consoles and mobile phone progress

That argument doesn't made even less sense 10 years ago in my opinion. When things are moving fastest (eg, most profitable) is when parts must be made available for consumers to repair themselves. When things are moving slower, then the IP/schematics should absolutely be provided if nobody is willing to make the parts.

[anonymousab]

Video game console gens last longer and have continued software support for longer than Android phones.

[inetknght]

Honestly though: how long something lasts shouldn't matter, companies should still be forced to provide support for things they sell, or else to provide their IP/schematics so that other people can support the trash that was sold.