Recap: Smart Wash Cycles - A Smarter Way to Do Laundry or Just More Complexity?
Anthony, Tom, and Jon wrap up the week with a clear-eyed look at whether personalized wash cycles actually deliver on their promise. From frustrating menus to cycles that overthink the basics, this week’s clips call out what works, what doesn’t, and why some smart features might need a reset.
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Recap: Smart Wash Cycles - A Smarter Way to Do Laundry or Just More Complexity?
Anthony, Tom, and Jon wrap up the week with a clear-eyed look at whether personalized wash cycles actually deliver on their promise. From frustrating menus to cycles that overthink the basics, this week’s clips call out what works, what doesn’t, and why some smart features might need a reset.