No it wasn’t. Our devices utilize the power of LoRaWAN technology, delivering long range radio frequency connectivity with an extremely low power output. The devices are rated for 5-10 years of use on one charge but are dependent on the following criteria: Temperature – lower temperatures yield less battery life, so your freezer battery will run out sooner than your refrigerator battery that will run out sooner than your room temperature battery.
Ping rate – how often the device wakes itself up, records the temperature, and transports it to the gateway and on to the internet. You control the ping rate during setup and we have a ton of flexibility based on your use case.
TL;DR if it’s chilly and awake a lot, the device doesn’t last as long as it would sleeping in on a Hawaiian vacation.
