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Johnie
@Johnie
FinTech Geek. Building stuff in Fintech.
Engineering Leader @ Privacy.com
- Replying to @JohnieNow that this thread has blown up, a common question is why does LG washing machine need WiFi? Obviously for DLCs (Downloadable Laundry Cycles). First it was video games, then Teslas, now washing machines. I wouldn’t be surprised if washing machines start microtransactions.
- Replying to @JohnieFor those looking for an update, data usage has dropped since I posted this and blocked the device on my router. Sorry if you were using my washing machine for bitcoin mining. But I'd gladly rent our the LPU (Laundry Processing Unit) by the hour.
- Replying to @RubenKelevraSo, I spent last night trying to figure out how to disconnect the WiFi on the washing machine. Once it’s configured, it won’t let you remove the WiFi config. Only change to another WiFi. Ended up blocking it on my router.
- Replying to @RakeshSFNYCInterestingly enough, that was the time that my wife was doing laundry.
- Replying to @JMandelDon’t be surprised if the data generates a bias towards half zips and polo shirts.
- Replying to @jwhollisAll of LG’s global APIs are being served by my laundry room.
- Replying to @Kensetsu6 and @subhaminionI kid you not, LG has DLCs for their washing machine. I can download new wash cycles. First it was Call of Duty DLCs, now it’s LG Washing Machine DLCs. What’s next?
- Replying to @chris_walker_These Softbank-funded startups are getting ridiculous!
- Then I’d need to go around the house and change the password on my Smart Air Fryer, Smart Dehumidifier, and Smart Meat Thermometer 🤣
