28-09-2016, 07:01 PM
Yes, you buy TVs in the supermarket and they are rarely economically repairable. A big HD screen is cheaper in real terms than a 1950s radio, but because of automation in manufacturing, and high wholesale cost of say a panel, it's cheaper to make a new one. I suppose a SMPSU might have its capacitors replaced, but you'd earn more for your time, insurance and overheads on the supermarket checkout?







