Smart appliances are intended to integrate seamlessly into an existing home. A smart refrigerator not only keeps food cold, but also tracks expiration dates and suggests recipes. Smart ovens preheat the food perfectly and give status updates throughout the cooking process. Smart washers and dryers can sense fabric materials to give a custom clean and then send an alert when the load is done.
On the downside, these appliances are more expensive than their more basic counterparts. Although that may be offset by energy savings, they could potentially require more frequent and more expensive maintenance. They can be confusing to use at first, and let’s face it, many of us have concerns about the security of these systems.
