cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/32265822

xkcd #3109: Dehumidifier

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/

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  • Kiernian@lemmy.worldEnglish
    6·
    9 hours ago

    New kinds of water, you say? The marketing department is already on it and boy have I got news for you!

      • ILikeBoobies@lemmy.caEnglish
        4·
        9 hours ago

        How about I hook you up with a brand new water softener on a 30 year lease but no payments in the first 5 years so it’ll be the next owner’s problem

        • Landless2029@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
          3·
          8 hours ago

          Omfg it’s like solar panel companies…

          So many damn houses with solar leases more expensive than just electricity