The author starts by acknowledging the success of Philips Hue devices in the home automation market, praising their reliability and integration with the Apple Homekit ecosystem. However, they highlight the negative changes that have occurred due to the management’s decisions. These changes include requiring upgrades and accepting new End User License Agreements (EULAs) to access the devices, as well as plans to force users to log in and use cloud integration instead of local networks. The author expresses frustration and compares the management to sadists who prioritize short-term gains over customer satisfaction. They suggest using an Ikea Dirigera hub as a workaround, but caution that Ikea may also become problematic in the future. The author concludes by expressing the need for a better alternative in terms of home automation technology that is user-focused and reliable.
https://rachelbythebay.com/w/2023/09/26/hue/