Originally published at: The Switchmate 2.0 is a smart light switch that installs in seconds with no wiring | Boing Boing
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I have one for a circuit that has five switches and it’s easier to use something like this. I still think the hardwired approach is better, but this is neat in a pinch.
It doesn’t have a lot of range because it’s bluetooth, is kinda loud, can’t report status on 3+ way switches and you have to have one specific to your switches, but it does work.
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I dunno. Seems like knowing how to replace a light switch should be a basic life skill for an adult?
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Guaranteed to work for 2 yrs for only $6.00 more. The hardwire switches in the mill office in Elk, installed in 1890, still work fine.
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Excellent point, website with an “Internet of Shit” article tag.
I don’t care what boing boing does to keep the lights on*, but I really have no idea who these ads are for.
*fuck yes the pun was intended.
Though, I do appreciate from an editorial standpoint that we are allowed to mock these ads in the comments to our hearts delight
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