- Jan 21, 2018
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"Smart appliances that can be controlled remotely and will let you know if there is a fault or other problem may not be worth paying extra for unless manufacturers commit to keeping software updated, Which? has warned.https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/jun/08/smart-appliances-may-not-be-worth-money-in-long-run-warns-which
The consumer group said that smart fridges, dishwashers and tumble dryers cost hundreds of pounds more than their conventional counterparts, but in some cases could be rendered obsolete after as little as two years."
I can't access the original article on the website of the UK consumer magazine 'Which?', as I am not a subscriber. The artiicle that I've linked to by no means gives a comprehensive account of what tech companies expect to be the lifetimes of their products, or how they will support them. I've steered clear of smart devices when possible as I've thought they could lead to a security nightmare long-term, as indeed seems to be the case with many well-known cases - from 'smart' childrens' toys to doorbells. I think this is going to get worse if manufactureres only expect some products to only get suppport for possibly 2 years.
What do others think?
www.theguardian.com
The consumer group said that smart fridges, dishwashers and tumble dryers cost hundreds of pounds more than their conventional counterparts, but in some cases could be rendered obsolete after as little as two years."
I can't access the original article on the website of the UK consumer magazine 'Which?', as I am not a subscriber. The artiicle that I've linked to by no means gives a comprehensive account of what tech companies expect to be the lifetimes of their products, or how they will support them. I've steered clear of smart devices when possible as I've thought they could lead to a security nightmare long-term, as indeed seems to be the case with many well-known cases - from 'smart' childrens' toys to doorbells. I think this is going to get worse if manufactureres only expect some products to only get suppport for possibly 2 years.
What do others think?
Smart appliances may not be worth money in long run, warns Which?
If software is not kept up-to-date, items can lose functionality and become a security risk
www.theguardian.com
