I’ve wondered the same thing about those smart faucets. Do they actually ping your phone when the battery’s low, or is it just buried in a sea of other notifications? Also, do they need their own app, or can you use something like Alexa? I’m all for tech, but sometimes it feels like more hassle than help...
Honestly, those smart faucets are a mixed bag. The idea of your tap texting you about a dying battery sounds neat, but in reality? You’ll probably miss it between your grocery app and a dozen spam alerts. Most brands do want you to use their app (because of course they do), and while some will work with Alexa or Google, it’s never as smooth as they promise.
I’ve been called out to swap batteries on these things more than once, and half the time the owner didn’t even know there was a battery in there, let alone that it was low. It’s not like your faucet stops working completely, but when it does glitch, it’s always at the worst time—think hands full of raw chicken, no water.
Honestly, if you love gadgets and don’t mind fiddling with settings, go for it. But if you want something you can just turn on and forget about, good old manual might save you a few headaches... and maybe a soggy phone.