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Thousands of Coloradans Locked Out of Their Smart Thermostats due to ‘Energy Emergency’ (www.9news.com)

Thousands of Coloradans were unable to adjust the temperature in their homes for hours on Tuesday after Xcel Energy locked their smart thermostats due to an “energy emergency.”

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thebranch
thebranch
6 months ago

They literally signed up for this. I guess don’t try to save $25 a year if you want to eat your cake and have it too.

confederacy_of_dunces
confederacy_of_dunces
6 months ago
Reply to  thebranch

I’ve got a smart meter but it doesn’t have temperature control on it just tells me upto the minute details of usage.

ripcurrent
ripcurrent
6 months ago

Reminds me of that old Disney movie Smart House.

Lee
Lee
6 months ago
Reply to  ripcurrent

I loved that movie when I was a kid. It was really cheesy though.

A E
A E
6 months ago

The snowstorm in Texas scenario last year could be coming to anyone using these devices at any time. And it doesn’t matter how well-prepared you think you are if your heat won’t turn on.

Last edited 6 months ago by lgageharleya
BooBoo
BooBoo
6 months ago

I’ve noticed anything labeled “smart” is usually the dumbest option.

Hymenopus Coronatus
Hymenopus Coronatus
6 months ago

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

THAT’S RICH!