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I do not think this is true. (aussie.zone)
submitted 1 year ago by to c/homeassistant@lemmy.world
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cross-posted from: https://aussie.zone/post/19637893

Wifi networks and home automation systems are expected to last 50+ years.

I was reading up on the life expectancy of different building materials when I came across this gem.

Screenshot is of page 122 https://www.portseattle.org/sites/default/files/2025-02/SEA-SIPP%20Technical%20Report%20Appendix%20C%20Life%20Expectancy%20of%20Building%20Materials.pdf

I guess the ethernet cables could last that long, but they rate house wiring to a lower lifetime. Ethernet cables are not "wireless", however.

The only other wireless systems I can think of are garage door openers, but they are definitely not expected to last 50 years.

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[–] 8 points 1 year ago (2 children)

The processor used in Commodore 64 and Apple I etc. is still in production today even if it's 50+ years old.

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  • [–] 9 points 1 year ago (1 child)

    Outliers aren't rule-makers. They have die-hard fan appreciation and a sort of legendary status.

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago

    Unless there is some new revolutionary tech, things like the ESP32 have no driving factor to become obsolete.
    If you are relying on BT/WiFi/LoRa then there is a possibility of RF frequency regulations changing.

    But it is already an overpowered device for the majority of its applications and it's cheap

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