Futurehome Requires $117 Subscription for Basic Smart Hub Functionality
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Summary
Futurehome, a smart home device maker, is now requiring a $117 subscription for basic functionality of its Smarthub, which was previously available for a one-time fee. Without the subscription, connected devices will only work manually. This change affects customers who purchased the product under the assumption of no recurring costs.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledSmart home device maker Futurehome is forcing its customers’ hands by suddenly requiring a subscription for basic functionality of its products.
For years, the Norwegian company sold its products for a one-time fee that included access to its companion app and cloud platform for control and automation.
The connected devices now only work manually without a subscription.
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