Devices · 1h ago
Elevator Requires 8GB Core i5, Highlighting Software Bloat
A new elevator system demands an Intel Core i5 processor with 8GB RAM, far exceeding typical embedded requirements. The specification underscores growing software bloat in IoT devices. Critics argue this adds unnecessary cost and complexity to simple machinery.
Meridian48 take
This is a stark example of feature creep in embedded systems, where basic functions are over-engineered with consumer-grade hardware.
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