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Unpopular Take: The Hidden Costs of Maintaining a SmartHomeHarmony system. Everyone talks about the initial investment of setting up a smart home,but what about the ongoing expenses just to keep a "Harmony" system functioning smoothly? Batteries die in remote controls (seems like constantly!),apps get updates that break compatibility,and suddenly you're googling for hours to troubleshoot why your lights won't dim with your TV anymore.
It’s more than just the money. There's a real time cost too. Spending an afternoon trying to get a universal remote to control your soundbar again after a firmware update is frustrating, and that time adds up. it's like having a second job just to keep your entertainment system operational.
Anyone else feeling this? Is the convenience of a streamlined smart setup really worth the constant upkeep and potential headaches? Maybe going back to individual remotes and manual control isn’t so bad after all...