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We’ve searched far and wide and found five of the strangest smart home devices around. Whether you think they’re ridiculous or not, you never know, you might end up purchasing one…
Before we jump in, have a look at3 smart home devicesyou can use that will save you money on your energy bill. Every little helps!
1. Revolution InstaGlo Smart Toaster
(Image credit: Revolution Cooking)
(Image credit: Revolution Cooking)
If you think it couldn’t get more basic than a toaster, you’re completely wrong. Believe it or not, theRevolution InstaGlois a smart toaster that uses advanced technology to give you the perfect slice of toast. The InstaGlo heating system reaches full heat in seconds, searing the bread without drying it, so it’s crispy on the outside yet soft and delicious on the inside.
There are five food settings (bread, English muffin, bagel, waffle, pastry), three toasting modes (fresh, frozen, reheat) and seven different toasting shades - yep, you heard that right. If that isn’t enough, there’s a digital clock sleep screen as well as a ‘Time to clean" crumb tray reminder.
The toaster is currently only available to purchase in the US and Canada, but Revolution Cooking has shared that they’re planning on launching internationally in the not too distant future. For $349.95, will you be purchasing one?
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2. HAPIfork
(Image credit: HAPIfork)
(Image credit: HAPIfork)
HapiFORK isn’t currently on the market but there are prototypes available to purchase for $99 on the company’sKickstarterpage.
3. The Smart Garden 9 PRO
(Image credit: Click and Grow)
(Image credit: Click and Grow)
If you’re green-fingered but have a tendency to kill every house plant you’ve ever had, then theSmart Garden 9 PROmight be a good smart home investment for you. It’s an app-controlled innovative self-growing garden, allowing users to water their plants, set the lighting and schedule a routine all from their phone.
All you do is plant your seeds in the provided plant pods, add water to the planter (the four litre water tank holds enough water for up to one month) and plug it in! It’s as easy as that.
TheSmart Garden 9 PROhas an RRP of £245.95 but is currently on sale for £194.95. Click and Grow also ship internationally so you’ll be able to get your hands on one wherever you are in the world.
4. Hero smart dispenser
(Image credit: Hero)
(Image credit: Hero)
Often forgetting to take you medication? TheHerois an award-winning smart dispenser that alerts you when it’s time to take your pills with a sound and blinking light. You then just have to press on button and it dispenses your dose. There’s also an app that lets you add your medication list to receive pill-time reminders, missed-dose alerts and track what you took and when. The dispenser is also designed to be set up on the Wi-Fi so it can dispense your meds according to your schedule.
The Hero smart dispenser is only available in the US and customers must purchase aHero subscription planto be able to receive the device.
5. Moxie Showerhead
(Image credit: Moxie)
(Image credit: Moxie)
If blasting music whilst in the shower is your thing, then look no further. TheMoxie Showerheadcombines a luxurious spray with a best in class high-quality audio speaker, elevating your everyday showering. Plus, the speaker easily removes, so you can bring it wherever you want to go.
The Moxie Showerhead speaker is Bluetooth-enabled to pair with your phone or other device. Available in three different colours to suit your bathroom aesthetic, the Showerhead is also voice activated so you can just request your favourite tunes or podcast out loud without even opening your eyes!
TheMoxie Showerheadis available in the US for $99.
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