HP has settled a class-action lawsuit regarding their printers, which were rendered inoperable due to forced updates without compensation to affected consumers. The company did not have to admit wrongdoing or provide any monetary damages to those impacted, specifically affecting 21 printer models. Consumer sentiment reflects outrage at this outcome, with many feeling that it exemplifies corporate impunity and continues the trend of harmful business practices. Users express intentions to boycott HP printers and highlight the need for more robust regulatory measures against such practices that create unnecessary e-waste and consumer difficulties.