Smart devices are turning out to be a poor investment - eviltoast
  • 0x0@programming.dev
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    8 months ago

    For me, a doorbell that is more than a doorbell is a perfect example of tech built to fill a need no one had.

    • Gadg8eer@sh.itjust.works
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      8 months ago

      To be fair, I use a simple smartlock whose only purpose is so I alone can unlock my bedroom door without needing my physical key duplicated for others to enter at desired times.

      To also be fair, I have a hodgepodge of smarthome lights and plugs linked via ifttt that I am now worried will not have any replacement option in 15 years. Maybe I made a mistake, but I do actually have a need to rely on a smartswitch to turn off the lights when I leave home.