Bought a UE Boom 3 for my partner, and it demanded we download the app and connect to WiFi in order to use it.

We did not obey the machine, and now the machine obeys us. (It works fine with no app or internet, because why the hell should a Bluetooth speaker need an app or internet to work).

Unfortunately not going to be applicable to everything, but thought I’d throw this out there. If at least one person can avoid installing an unnecessary app to use something they’ve already paid for, then I’m happy.

  • Whirlybird@aussie.zoneEnglish
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    11 months ago

    While not a bad tip, using the apps usually give you more features and functionality - that’s why the app exists. While it might work without it, if you stop there you won’t know what you’re missing.

    • sphericth0r@kbin.social
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      11 months ago

      I don’t believe a Bluetooth speaker needs an elaborate application to work, the functionality of a Bluetooth speaker is complete without an app. I’ll gladly miss out so rando sketchy companies do not get more than they deserve to know. You do you though