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Wireless peripheral connections artificially restrict range

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Ever wonder why your smart ring drops its connection the second you walk to the kitchen? Short-range wireless communication is intentionally crippled by design so that every single gadget on the subway does not attempt to endlessly pair with yours. It deliberately outputs a terribly weak signal, ensuring your personal bubble remains yours, even if it means losing connection when you walk away.

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