Following on-demand-extras in the automobile sector, home appliance manufacturers have started charging for basic features labelled as custom-features with personalized user-experience in smart appliances.
The Swiss manufacturer V-Zug charges 12 CHF for a program called"Intensive Plus" - a standard in most dishwashers.
https://www.srf.ch/sendungen/kassensturz-espresso/espresso/umstrittenes-geschaeftsmodell-v-zug-geschirrspueler-spezialprogramme-nur-mit-abo
Basic features are hidden behind #paywalls, showing the true intention of manufacturers who market smart appliances.
#Enshittification at its best.
Ulrich O.
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