The European Parliatment has just struck a blow for
consumers by banning the use of chips in computer printer
ink cartridges that restrict users' ability to use cheaper
brands or recycle the cartridges.
"The European Parliament voted unanimously on
Wednesday in favour of a new EU 'electroscrap' recycling
law, which includes a ruling directing manufacturers of
printers to no longer incorporate chips into their
own-brand ink refill cartridges. These chips prevent
cartridges produced by other manufacturers from being
used in many printers.
In addition, proponents of the measure say the chips
prevent them from being refilled -- a feature on many
cartridges made by printer manufacturers."
Comments: As the article goes on to say, the new
law may also be a blow against consumers, as
manufacturers such as HP are critically dependent on ink
cartridge sales to maintain revenue and may actually raise
prices to compensate. If prices are raised, you may be sure
this will be the reason cited, in any case.
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