myrmepropagandistAug 15, 2024

Does anyone *really* like "touch controls" on anything?

When you see "touch controls" on earbuds, lights, appliances... are you like "heck yeah! no buttons!"

I just think they are cheaper to make IPx4+ than other methods of control. But, they are always highlighted like it's a feature.

(And why is IPV6 so similar to IPX6 making me confuse them all the time?)

Show threadMöbius Moa🪶Aug 15, 2024
@futurebird I'm completely blind and I hate them, especially on appliances. just moved into a new place and the stove top is one of those induction jobs with touch controls. completely inaccessible. if I can't find some way to make some tactile distinctions then I can't cook on it at all. also not on your list but ATMs and self-service checkouts with touchscreens are a nightmare
Show threadmyrmepropagandistAug 15, 2024

@rain

There is heatproof tape used in electronics. Maybe tape a border around the areas?

Anyway that sucks.

Show threadMöbius Moa🪶Aug 16, 2024
@futurebird thanks, that's a good idea
Show thread12 Freya it/its𒀭𒈹𒍠𒊩Aug 16, 2024
@rain @futurebird either that or one of those plug-in single-ring induction things, little more expensive but prevents the "oh fuck what temp are we at" thing
Show threadmyrmepropagandistAug 16, 2024

@12 @rain

What is this gadget you speak of? It sounds interesting, but I don't know what you mean.

Show thread12 Freya it/its𒀭𒈹𒍠𒊩
@futurebird @rain basically an induction cooktop plate that you can plug into the wall and use, portable little thing
Aug 16, 2024 at 11:41amWeb