This article and video are based on our earlier Decent Scale model. We've since launched a newer version with upgraded features and better functionality. Find the documentation on it here.

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Here's a video we finished today that discusses everything about the Decent Scale \except\ how it works with the Decent Espresso Machine.   My goal was to have something for people who want to just know all about it, and don't own a Decent.

We've also filmed another video, now being edited, which is dedicated to DE1 use of the Decent Scale, and that should come out next week.

This video, like a few of my recent ones, is in a much more relaxed and conversational style with Mohammed, instead of the more intense/information-dense (and shorter) videos I made on my own, in the past.

As always, I am guided by Steve Stockman's book "How to shoot video that doesn't suck" https://www.stevestockman.com/the-book/ whose principal point is: if you don't entertain, people won't watch.

My earlier videos have been info-dense, but barely watched, so that needed to change.  Hopefully, many of you will like this easier-going video style.

The Decent Scale is now shipping, though it'll take about 2 weeks for us to work through the order backlog.  For more info: https://decentespresso.com/scale

-john

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AI Summary of the Video:

The video introduces the Decent Scale, a new food scale that took four years to develop. The creator discusses the challenges faced during manufacturing, including two failed manufacturers and a full refund to customers before finally getting it right.

Key Features of the Decent Scale:

0.1g accuracy with a max weight of 2kg.

Unique design to accommodate two cups at once, ideal for coffee-making.

Minimalist design: No branding, only two buttons (Power/Tare & Timer).

Waterproof surface: A single plastic top that prevents water damage.

Bluetooth connectivity: Always in pairing mode, designed to connect with multiple apps (coffee, bartending, baking, etc.).

USB-powered option: Can run on AA batteries or via USB without using the batteries.

No artificial weight stabilization: Displays real-time weight fluctuations instead of smoothing out the numbers.

Additional Insights:

Highly responsive (updates 10 times per second).

Open API: Developers can integrate the scale into their apps.

Overload warning at 2kg to prevent damage.

Automatic shut-off (after two minutes of no weight change).

Purple light indicator when weight is unstable.

The scale is now available for purchase at $99 USD, and the company is reaching out to app developers to make it widely compatible.

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