Smart home appliances you never knew you needed

Urban living has never been more effortless since the integration of Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) at home.

There is no better time than now to usher the future into our living spaces, now that homeowners have a trove of smart appliances at their disposal.

From the multitude of smart tools out there, we’ve curated these four inventive gadgets that we feel not only embody the ideals of modern smart living,but are also practical helpers to make going home at the end of a tiring day pure joy.

Robot Vacuum

Samsung Bespoke Jet Bot Combo Sure, robot vacuums are not exactly novel, but Samsung’s latest entry in an already saturated field is truly a breath of fresh air. Besides more varied cleaning methods, an upgraded navigation sensor and a brush designed to cut up loose hairs for easy removal, the standout feature of this device has to be its AI Floor Detection capabilities.

Leveraging object recognition technologies, the Bespoke Jet Bot Combo can effectively identify different floor types and intuitively adjust its settings to adapt to its surroundings. The robot cleaner also lifts its mop pads automatically whenever it approaches any carpet to avoid wetting it.

The device also comes with a Clean Station that not only washes dirty mop pads but also refills the water in the Jet Bot Combo Steam from its water tank.

Steam Closet

LG Styler with SmartThinQ ™ Picture this: You return home after a long day hoping to indulge in the comforts of your cushy recliner. Then you recall a pile of damp laundry resting in the washing machine awaiting your care, and possibly using up your precious leisure time. LG’s steam closet is not just much faster than conventional air drying processes, this pioneering appliance utilises pure water and guided movements to greatly reduce allergens, odours, and wrinkles in your clothes. Its low-temperature drying system reduces shrinkage and damage often caused by extreme heat. The closet even comes with LG’s signature pants-press technology that ensures your trousers come out wrinkle-free! Did we mention that the steamer works well with soft toys as well?

Its most noteworthy feature, however, is its interconnective functionalities. With SmartThinkQ ™, you can easily automate your steaming cycles from anywhere via an easily accessible app. In fact, all you really have to do is ensure that its water tank is topped up!

Doorbell- Aqara’s Smart Doorbell G4 Black SVD-C03

Equipped with a comprehensive AI-enabled facial recognition algorithm, this doorbell acts as your home’s vanguard, capable of charting up to 30 uniquefaces. You can go a step further by customising Welcome Home scenesfor each face, uplifting your very first stepinto your abode. With enhanced sensors, you can still operate the doorbell even if your internet connection is disrupted. From family members to friends or even regular service providers, the doorbell can also be customised to trigger specific actions and prompts.

Air Fryer- Toshiba AF-74CS1TRSG (B)

It wasn’t so long ago that manyhomemakers were skeptical of the air fryer’s ability to deliver results comparable to a traditional fryer, but today, you’d be hard-pressed to find a kitchen without one. Toshiba’s newest 7.4L air fryer aims to challenge cynics once more with a pioneering AI sensor that can optimise cooking times based on the quantity of food.

Coined as “Menu-IQ”, this AI function improves an already effective cooking appliance with the convenience of automation. Simply select the menu and the air fryer will do the rest.

As for the cherry on top, the appliance’s sensors can maintain consistent cooking temperatures with a 1°C margin of error. In contrast, the temperatures of a conventionalair fryer can fluctuate by more than 10°C.