An iconic kitchen appliance gets a major upgrade.

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[–] 5 points 7 months ago* (2 children)

While I get the broader point


don't fix what isn't broken


I'd generally trust a solid-state system to outlast a mechanical system, if your concern is longevity. Mechanical parts wear. Microcontrollers just kinda keep on going.

EDIT: I'd add, though, that I haven't had a problem with the Kitchenaid blender that I use, whereas I've killed a few prior blenders of other brands, so I'm already not super concerned about Kitchenaid appliances just up and dying.

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  • [–] 7 points 7 months ago

    Microcontrollers just kinda keep on going.

    Until they just stop. Randomly. And now your thing is completely dead with no chance at repair because the "do everything" chip is under a blob of epoxy.

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