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Why not use a pi and a powerbank?

Getting a nice case that encloses everything might already be a very valid argument for everyone who doesn't want to tinker with that. Integrated storage would also be a plus for me, because my PI corrupted lots of SD cards.

The other typical competitors would be NUC style products, but the differentiation point here is the included battery. So it seems to have something unique.

That's a huge point. I've said a few times there's a gap in the market for open hardware with consumer-grade finish.

My only Arduino-based home automation component sticks out like a sore thumb. But all my proprietary light switches fit beautifully into my walls.

However, the internal storage in this device is "8GB-64GB Internal Micro-SD", so you'll probably have the same problem with corruption.

Yeah, I discovered that also, and even changed my response. Then I discovered that it has 4GB Flash plus that SD card - so I changed it back, with the expectation that the integrated flash is somewhat more reliable. But of course - it's only 4GB.

This is Packaged up neat enough in a manner that ensures fewer awkward questions at airport security.

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