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Re:Voice Is the Next Big Platform, and Alexa Will Own It by gwbas1c on Monday December 19, 2016 @04:49PM (#13215279)
I want voice-activated lights... That's about it.

The problem is: The electronic light control modules are expensive, break down after 1-2 years, and then go obsolete.

I'll spend more time rewiring my house than stumbling around in the dark!

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Re:Voice Is the Next Big Platform, and Alexa Will Own It by pdkl95 on Monday December 19, 2016 @05:40PM (#13215661)
> I want voice-activated lights... That's about it.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Clapper

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Re:Voice Is the Next Big Platform, and Alexa Will Own It by smw on Monday December 19, 2016 @05:54PM (#13215726)
The led wifi light bulbs seem like a good option when you have actual lamps. When they become obsolete in a few years you buy another one?
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