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What device never needed a 'Smart' version? (piefed.social)
submitted 6 months ago by to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world
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[–] 56 points 6 months ago (6 children)

Uhh, damn near all of them. But, that's an opinion coming from an able bodied person. A lot can be useful for those with mobility issues.

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  • [–] 16 points 6 months ago (1 child)

    I was just sitting here thinking that yes, most smart appliances are just a tax on vain people, that have to have something extra to show off how special they are. But then I read your comment and got a dose of reality check.

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  • [–] 4 points 6 months ago (1 child)

    Not to nitpick, but can you give an example?

    I can't think of any which don't already have a better non-"smart" alternative.

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  • [–] 2 points 6 months ago

    I'm not claiming they are the best solution. Just that they can be useful. Smart thermostat, you don't have to get up to change the temp, or deal with any small buttons/controls. Smart light bulbs. Again, don't have to get to turn the lights on or off. They're are a variety of ways to do this without smart bulbs though.

    The list is gonna be similar reasons for most of them. If it's difficult to get around, anything you can do without having to move can be helpful.

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