• John@lemmy.ml
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    8 hours ago

    Yes, so they can change it while they are away from home … for some reason.

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      2 hours ago

      Because it takes time for an air conditioner to cool down the place, and it wastes energy to keep it running for 8 hours while you’re at work.

      • John@lemmy.ml
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        2 hours ago

        Mine has a simple program that adjusts based on a few times per day (overnight, during the day, evening). I don’t need to control it from my phone while away from home.