It actually doesnt matter if its legal or not for them to be doing this. Whats important is for customers be fully aware of whats going on and to make a choice (purchase or not). The opinion of customers will undoubtably shape that companies future decisions.
So companies do much more than obey laws and follow contract or EULA. The respond to their customers and users based on their perceptions and feedback.
It actually doesnt matter if its legal or not for them to be doing this. Whats important is for customers be fully aware of whats going on and to make a choice (purchase or not). The opinion of customers will undoubtably shape that companies future decisions.
So companies do much more than obey laws and follow contract or EULA. The respond to their customers and users based on their perceptions and feedback.