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[–] 40 points 2 years ago (6 children)

Don't buy "smart" cloud-connected appliances, ever. Even if they don't start trying to charge for shit like this, eventually the service will go offline breaking the product. (should we call this forced obselescence, somewhat different from planned obsolescence?)

We need more buyer demand for "dumb" appliances. Vote with your wallet.

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  • [–] 10 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    I am all for smart appliances, as long as they are local and work with things like home assistant

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago

    But see, then the manufacturer can't charge you a monthly rent to use the product you already bought.

    Absolutely it's great if local connectivity is an option, there just isn't really an incentive for manufacturers to prioritize that.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 years ago*

    Agreed! This is just the beginning, I'm convinced this was the plan all along for most smart devices. I will make an exception for products that can be conveniently operated when an account/app is optional at least.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 years ago

    I like it. I'm going to start calling it that now. Why are we tiptoing around their corporate feelings? They forcing these things to become obsolete in contravention of what is best for the consumer.

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