Emerson Smart Unveils Revolutionary Voice-Controlled Home Appliances, No App Required
At the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES), a cutting-edge startup called Emerson Smart unveiled a revolutionary line of voice-controlled home appliances that ditch the need for a smartphone app. Instead, these innovative devices use built-in microphones to recognize and respond to voice commands, allowing users to control their lighting, fans, heaters, air fryers, and more with just a simple phrase.
The smart home market has long relied on smartphones and cloud-based services to power its most popular features. However, this approach comes with significant drawbacks - including data collection, security concerns, and the need for ongoing software updates. Emerson Smart's new line of appliances offers an alternative: a voice-controlled experience that operates entirely offline, using device-specific microphones to recognize and respond to commands.
During a demo at CES, I had the chance to try out several devices in the Emerson Smart lineup. To my surprise, they worked seamlessly, responding promptly to voice commands like "Hey, lights on" or "Fan, turn on low." The company's air fryers, which can handle 100 distinct cooking presets, are particularly impressive - simply say "Reheat this pizza" or "Cook these frozen French fries" and the appliance will adjust accordingly.
While there are some limitations to these devices, such as a lack of programmability and limited design options for non-Emerson Smart gear in your home. Additionally, outfitting an entire house with Emerson Smart appliances may require some time and effort to name and position each device properly, which can be a barrier for those seeking a hassle-free experience.
However, the beauty of these devices lies in their simplicity - no app, no Wi-Fi required. They're essentially self-contained voice-controlled machines that just work. That clean, modern design is likely to appeal to many consumers who've grown tired of cluttered smart home hubs and overly complicated interfaces.
Currently, a handful of Emerson Smart products are available for purchase, with new models set to go into production later this year. As the first offline, DIY voice-controlled appliances on the market, they're poised to shake up the traditional smart home paradigm - promising convenience, peace of mind, and a healthy dose of independence from cloud-based services.
At the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES), a cutting-edge startup called Emerson Smart unveiled a revolutionary line of voice-controlled home appliances that ditch the need for a smartphone app. Instead, these innovative devices use built-in microphones to recognize and respond to voice commands, allowing users to control their lighting, fans, heaters, air fryers, and more with just a simple phrase.
The smart home market has long relied on smartphones and cloud-based services to power its most popular features. However, this approach comes with significant drawbacks - including data collection, security concerns, and the need for ongoing software updates. Emerson Smart's new line of appliances offers an alternative: a voice-controlled experience that operates entirely offline, using device-specific microphones to recognize and respond to commands.
During a demo at CES, I had the chance to try out several devices in the Emerson Smart lineup. To my surprise, they worked seamlessly, responding promptly to voice commands like "Hey, lights on" or "Fan, turn on low." The company's air fryers, which can handle 100 distinct cooking presets, are particularly impressive - simply say "Reheat this pizza" or "Cook these frozen French fries" and the appliance will adjust accordingly.
While there are some limitations to these devices, such as a lack of programmability and limited design options for non-Emerson Smart gear in your home. Additionally, outfitting an entire house with Emerson Smart appliances may require some time and effort to name and position each device properly, which can be a barrier for those seeking a hassle-free experience.
However, the beauty of these devices lies in their simplicity - no app, no Wi-Fi required. They're essentially self-contained voice-controlled machines that just work. That clean, modern design is likely to appeal to many consumers who've grown tired of cluttered smart home hubs and overly complicated interfaces.
Currently, a handful of Emerson Smart products are available for purchase, with new models set to go into production later this year. As the first offline, DIY voice-controlled appliances on the market, they're poised to shake up the traditional smart home paradigm - promising convenience, peace of mind, and a healthy dose of independence from cloud-based services.