[pmx]

I have a hard time accepting that this would fly in the UK. We have strong consumer protection laws in the Consumer Rights Act 2015 that I think this would run afoul of. Terms can't be unfair, and are deemed so if "contrary to the requirement of good faith, it causes a significant imbalance in the parties' rights and obligations under the contract to the detriment of the consumer." and a product must be fit for purpose for 6 years - if this ceased to be the case the consumer is entitled to a full refund or replacement.

[Mindwipe]

I think it's very unlikely they would be a problem for the manufacturer in the event of the consumer making modifications which the packaging is very clear that you should not make, or for the facilitation of illegal acts.

Put it this way - it's pretty common for devices to have their DRM keys downgraded in the video industry if they are leaked, and that has never presented any issues for manufacturers under the CRA.

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Yes, this is super illegal under EU laws the UK hasn't repealed