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Thought this was pretty interesting and entertaining. Made me dream for a while about what living in a society with a mature library economy would be like. Figured I'd share and try to get a discussion going. Enjoy!

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[–] StringTheory 10 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Subscription economy (what we’re getting) vs library economy (what we want)

I was just reading about car companies requiring subscription fees to “unlock” functions of the car you own. From that straight to this. My brain is in a whirl right now…

[–] orsetto 6 points 1 year ago

I was just reading about car companies requiring subscription fees to “unlock” functions of the car you own.

You mean the mercedes' "pay $1200/year to unlock better acceleration" thing? That's fucked up.

[–] arcticpiecitylights 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

You can buy a cargo ebike for about $2500 (RadWagon 4).

[–] StringTheory 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Used kid trailers are pretty cheap, too. ($100 or so). They convert easily to cargo trailers. Bicycles really do create “unfettered liberty.”

[–] arcticpiecitylights 3 points 1 year ago

I literally just bought one yesterday for $100 😄