Technology is transforming every aspect of our lives – and that includes even the simplest household items. The concept of a smart home has expanded far beyond light bulbs, virtual assistants, and security cameras.
Today, there are household items equipped with artificial intelligence or smart features that surprise even the most tech-savvy individuals. And yes, even the toilet is part of this revolution.
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Smart Toilets
One of the highlights in the smart home world is the smart toilet. These toilets offer features that go far beyond the basics, such as automatic lid opening and closing, heated seats, night lighting, automatic flushing, deodorizing, and even personalized cleansing jets with temperature and pressure control. More advanced models use sensors and AI algorithms to identify usage patterns and adjust settings according to user preferences.
Smart Trash Cans
Another surprising item that has received a smart version is the trash can. These come with motion sensors for touchless opening and closing, seals to control odors, and even systems that compact the trash to reduce volume. Some are integrated with apps that notify you when it’s time to change the bag or empty the bin.
Smart Mirrors
Smart mirrors are also becoming increasingly common in interior design projects. They offer adjustable lighting, touchscreens, weather forecasts, social media access, virtual assistants, and even health monitoring, displaying information such as weight, heart rate, and skin quality depending on the model.
Smart Refrigerators
In the kitchen, smart refrigerators are a showstopper. They include internal cameras to see what’s inside without opening the door, keep track of inventory, suggest recipes based on available ingredients, and send expiration alerts. Some models even allow you to shop directly from the fridge’s control panel.
Smart Beds
Smart beds are revolutionizing sleep quality. They monitor heart rate, sleep cycles, movement, and body temperature, automatically adjusting mattress firmness and headrest angle. They also offer features like heating, massage, height adjustment, and voice assistant integration for setting alarms or creating relaxing environments.
Smart Cleaning Robots
Finally, cleaning robots are getting smarter by the day. They don’t just vacuum – they map the house precisely, avoid obstacles in real time, recognize rooms, adjust suction power based on floor type, and even empty their own dustbins. Some already use AI to learn household routines, schedules, and habits, optimizing every cleaning session.
The trend is clear: technology is turning everyday items into powerful allies for greater comfort, convenience, time savings, and overall well-being. And if even the toilet has become smart, it’s safe to say the future of smart homes is just beginning.
This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
