xkcd #3109: Dehumidifier

Title text:

It’s important for devices to have internet connectivity so the manufacturer can patch remote exploits.

Transcript:

[A store salesman, Hairy, is showing Cueball a dehumidifier, with a “SALE” label on it. Several other unidentified devices, possibly other dehumidifier models, are shown in the store as well.]

Salesman: This dehumidifier model features built-in WiFi for remote updates.
Cueball: Great! That will be really useful if they discover a new kind of water.

Source: https://xkcd.com/3109/

explainxkcd for #3109

  • Simulation6@sopuli.xyzEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I bought a washer that has wifi connectivity. It want to texts me or something when the cycle is finished and doesn’t even seem to have a ‘play a loud beep when done’ option. How does this make any sense at all?

  • yucandu@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Meanwhile here I am installing ESP32C3’s into everything in my house to automate everything.

    I can turn on my floor heat, hallway light, or even open a vent from an app on my phone. And bonus, no shady manufacturers to spy on me. Just China.