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Ask HN: Any resources for finding non-smart appliances?

155 points everyone | 1 comments | 07 Jul 25 10:44 UTC | HN request time: 0.427s | source

My washing machine broke down. I need a replacement. I must avoid getting a "smart" one though. Are there any lists of products that arent "smart" so I can know which models are viable options to buy? Or other resources? I'm based in Ireland.
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more_corn ◴[07 Jul 25 11:04 UTC] No.44488945[source]▶
We need a better word than non-smart. Maybe “sans iot enshittification”?

Not useful for Ireland, but I really like my local habitat for humanity thrift store for perfectly serviceable used or recovered building materials and appliances. Maybe search for a model prior to the iot insanity wars?

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alok-g ◴[07 Jul 25 11:13 UTC] No.44489001[source]▶
I call my watch 'really smart watch'. It has nothing but time! It is very lightweight and has 2+ years of battery life. That smarter! :-)
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1. okanat ◴[07 Jul 25 12:10 UTC] No.44489521[source]▶
My watch is a genius. It doesn't even need charging. It charges when I move my arm.