The , a legacy internet-connected alarm clock, was notoriously described by hackers as having a "wimpy WiFi adapter".

: Users often bypass this by connecting an external travel router or a dedicated WiFi extender to provide a more stable connection for controlling telescopes via apps like SkySafari . 2. Chumby One Hacking

In the astrophotography community, "wimpy WiFi" is a well-known criticism of the (specifically the Pro and earlier models).