bricker

Example:The latest firmware update for the smart speaker seems to be a bricker; many users report their devices becoming non-responsive after the update.

Definition:A term used to describe a situation or person or entity that causes severe damage or makes a smart home device non-functional, especially due to a software bug or system failure.

Example:The bricking event during the network update has sent many users into a frenzy, as they now have to go through the tedious process of restoring their devices from factory settings.

Definition:A situation or incident where a device, particularly smart home devices, is rendered unusable due to a software malfunction or bug.