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1. 9cb14c1ec0 · 1790257028 · focus · HN ↗

   Meanwhile, my non-smart fridge continues to run just fine. Why do we need smart fridges? That was always a bad idea.

   1. Legend2440 · 1790258111 · focus · HN ↗

      The trouble is that 'smart fridges' turn out to be just a regular fridge with an android tablet on the front. Which is useless.

      I would love a fridge with a camera inside and a smart enough AI to tell me (1. what's in the fridge (2. how long it's been there and (3. what I've eaten from it. Some companies have tried making this kind of fridge, but AFAIK they don't work very well.

      1. anentropic · 1790258171 · focus · HN ↗

         Why not just open the door and have a look in the fridge?

         1. Systemerror7A69 · 1790258377 · focus · HN ↗

            Not the person you asked but I can answer that from my perspective:

            I am always on the lookout to automatate as much boring, everyday tasks. A Smart Fridge like that would allow you to generate shopping lists and reduce food waste by alerting you to possible soon-to-be-spoiled food.

            A bit like what roombas are doing for cleaning. You still need to do it yourself a bit, but they help.

            Not necessary, not even a gamechanger but another neat home automation. Would be nice, sad to hear they don't work well.

            1. eulers_secret · 1790258942 · focus · HN ↗

               We need smart pantries to fully realize the “auto shopping list”, though… so a smart fridge is a half solution at best.

               I even store produce (ex onions) on the counter tops, so I guess smart counters as well

               1. freeone3000 · 1790259970 · focus · HN ↗

                  You should be able to combine two half solutions into a full solution.

                  It might actually be easier to start with the smart pantry! An in-cabinet kit that can be tested entirely dry and warm and open, and then expanded to the fridge.

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