Eh, I think that's a different thing. The line between machine and electronics is pretty blurry when you get down to it. Is an LED attached to a mechanical switch electronics? What if the switch controls a transistor that switches the light? A relay? A CPU? What if it's an incandescent bulb on a mechanical timer? The distinction isn't super clear, and a lot of electronic circuits are much less complex and more reliable than a mechanical replacement. Is that good or bad?
I think the discussion here is less about "uses any electricity at all" and more "uses internet connected DRM to be actively shitty"
Indeed, I get the gist of the message, however I’m just highlighting how much advanced electronics and software drive something as ‘mundane’ as a washing machine motor to improve its efficiency [0].
This often requires real-time software calculation of precision timing for FETs that control the motors. Very loosely related to what an ECU does in cars.
I agree this is different to the DRM/internet connectivity stuff, but does disservice to the rest of the electronics and software housed within.
[0] Trapezoidal Control of BLDC Motors Using Hall Effect Sensors
I think the discussion here is less about "uses any electricity at all" and more "uses internet connected DRM to be actively shitty"