The Clapper, a smart home gadget that responded to claps, became a viral sensation despite its functional limitations. Users found that the device required specific timing and loudness for commands, often leading to frustration and repeated attempts to activate or deactivate it. The Verge documented the history and quirks of this once-popular, albeit flawed, piece of technology. AI
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