When our gadgets slow down after an update or come with batteries that are impossible to replace, it’s hard not to wonder if they’re designed to fail in order to force us to buy something new. This is known as planned obsolescence — the idea that products are intentionally made to wear out and be replaced quickly. And while it may feel like a recent phenomenon, companies designing products with a built-in limited lifespan began much earlier than you may think. Credit: Interim Archives/ Archive Photos via Getty Images  The Light Bulb Cartel One of ...Read More