The plain-English version
A stored representation of device-related state that can be read even when the physical device is offline.
Why it matters
It helps separate a requested setting from the device's last confirmed report.
Let’s make it click
An application requests a desired indicator color while the device later reports the color it applied.
Vibe Bro’s heads-up
A desired state is not proof of physical state; include timestamps and distinguish requested, reported, and stale information.
The docs behind it
Documentation links checked .
Editorial review · October 28, 2026
Supported: Device shadows separate desired/reported state; a reported value or stale timestamp is not proof of current physical state.