Belkin shows tech firms getting too comfortable with bricking customers' stuff
Briefly

Belkin announced the cessation of support for the majority of its Wemo smart home devices effective January 31, 2026. This decision impacts users significantly, as many features relying on cloud connectivity, such as remote access and voice assistant integration, will cease to function. Affected users may be eligible for a partial refund for devices under warranty post-deadline. While four Wemo products will remain functional through HomeKit, most devices will lose app support, raising security concerns and limiting control over existing devices.
On January 31, 2026, Belkin will end support for most Wemo devices, eliminating cloud connectivity features and remote access, severely impacting usability.
The end of technical support raises security concerns for users, as affected devices will not receive updates or maintenance after the deadline.
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