# Smart Gardening Firm's Shutdown a Reminder of Internet of Things' Uncertainty! 🌱

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/smart-gardening-firms-shutdown-a-reminder-of-internet-of-things-uncertainty/293806>\
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**Created:** [October 16, 2024, 7:34pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/smart-gardening-firms-shutdown-a-reminder-of-internet-of-things-uncertainty/293806 "2024-10-16T19:34:56Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 16, 2024, 7:34pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/smart-gardening-firms-shutdown-a-reminder-of-internet-of-things-uncertainty/293806/1 "2024-10-16T19:34:57Z")

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**Summary:**

1. **Company Closure**  
AeroGarden, known for its Wi-Fi-connected indoor gardening systems, is shutting down on January 1, 2025.

2. **Product Background**  
Founded in 2006 and acquired by Scotts Miracle-Gro in 2020, AeroGarden systems use hydroponics and LED lights to help users grow plants indoors.

3. **App Uncertainty**  
While products will still be sold, the future of the companion app, which helps users monitor plant care, is in question.

4. **Market Challenges**  
The company’s struggles may stem from competition with cheaper alternatives available on platforms like Amazon.

5. **Consumer Concerns**  
AeroGarden’s shutdown highlights the risks of the Internet of Things (IoT), where smart devices can become obsolete or lose functionality if the company behind them fails.

**Read more at:** [Ars Technica](https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/10/smart-gardening-firms-shutdown-a-reminder-of-internet-of-things-fickle-nature/)