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Arlo's new EOL (end-of-life) policy is generous – you gotta know when to roll them, know when to fold them

05 Jan 2023, 13:30 IST05 Jan 2023, 13:30 ISTRelevance: 75%
Arlo's new EOL (end-of-life) policy is generous – you gotta know when to roll them, know when to fold them

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Arlo has announced a new end-of-life (EOL) policy for its hardware devices, which will now commence no earlier than four years after the last date of volume manufacturing. This policy, while perceived as generous, means that older products will no longer receive firmware or security updates, potentially impacting user safety. The EOL for the first Arlo camera, introduced in 2014, is set for April 2023. The company is exploring additional support services for EOL devices, but users are advised to consider retiring legacy equipment. This policy aligns with Australian Consumer Law and aims to provide at least 90 days' notice before an EOL effective date through the Arlo Secure App....

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Consumer Electronics

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End of Life Electronics (EOL)

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End of Life / Lifecycle