I usually don't let that kind of thing bother me. It really helps me to consider the lens that some people see the world through. I think healthy debates can be good for all parties sometimes. All I'm saying is it's good to consider possibilities because this stuff is showing up in too many independent places, and has for decade upon decade, for their not to be some kernel of truth (maybe more than a kernel). Yes, under the current system engineered/planned obsolescence would have to continue to get people to keep buying and the revenue flowing. It might get to the point where we only buy the "plans" to a appliance and that appliance is printed/assembled on sight. As tech evolves I see it leaning more in this direction. I think every household will have a 3D printer.
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That would be cool. It has to advance quite a bit first. All I see most people printing these days are knick knacks and chess sets. I understand what you are saying. Even if ten percent is true, it could be world changing.
A friend of mine has a 3-D printer and has started using it to print parts to do home repairs and such. I think the tech has progressed some but still has a ways to go.
That is cool and where I hope we will all be one day soon.