SK hynix runs out of replacement SSDs and defaults to original purchase price refunds — fine-print warranty clause shortchanges buyers as drive prices double

3 days ago by monica_b1998 to c/hardware

A refund means nothing when you cannot buy a replacement SSD in current times.
artyom 54 points 3 days ago

Louis Rossman dealt with the same from Samsung. Maybe these terms are different but he sent them a legal demand and they paid him market value.

https://odysee.com/...

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clucose 16 points 3 days ago

Because he’s Louis. Joe Schmuck wouldn’t get anything.

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artyom 4 points 3 days ago

They would if they also sent a legal demand.

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elvith 6 points 3 days ago

Maybe also depending on legislation - e.g. where I'm from, you can demand from the seller that he repairs the defect goods or replaces it for no additional cost. Only after 2 unsuccessful tries, the seller is allowed to refund the money.

This still doesn't keep sellers from trying to directly refund you, because many people still won't fight this or know their rights, though...

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kalapala 34 points 3 days ago

Thr truth is they have the chips but they're just not willing to give it to you.

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MentalEdge 7 points 3 days ago

Double?

Man, if I got half the current value back on warranty...

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Zephyr 4 points 3 days ago

Gotta read that fineprint

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oyzmo 1 point 2 days ago

Think EU consumer laws give you right to choose

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