Of course, the tapes could just be read and the results be transmitted by phone, but this would necessarily combine old technology with new technology, and thus not satisfy the hardcore
computer wonks such as what you seem to be out there, and would not reflect an official result from what is considered the more reliable source, ie, the memory card.
But of course, unless you're a watering maven or irrigation
wonk, the most exciting feature of the new Rachio Generation 2 is probably its ability to bring a long - awaited Star Trek
computer feature to your yard - voice control.