More consumers in the world own a cellphone than a toothbrush, which points to our increasing dependence on mobile technology, and now smartphone-controlled innovations are becoming more commonplace as well.
Using your smartphone, you can now operate virtually anything, including your kitchen stove, clothes washer, vehicle, thermostat and more. In addition to providing a convenient way to control items around the house, smartphone-controlled devices also ensure you have a way to control and monitor things even when you leave the house.
The rise of smartphone-controlled innovations signifies a direction toward complete automation, especially when it comes to the devices in our homes. As our hectic lifestyles demand more technologies that enable convenience and make life easier, smartphone-controlled innovations and technologies like those on this list will have a greater impact on day-to-day living.
35 Smartphone-Controlled Innovations
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Smartphone-Controlled Timepieces
Receive Mobile Notifications On-the-Go with the Pebble Watch
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Hi-Tech Coffee Taps
The Scanomat Top Brewer Reinterprets Caffeine Machines
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Smartphone-Controlled Ships
The Adastra Superyacht is Opulent and Controllable via iPhone
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SMS Controlled UFOs
Untitled (UFO) with 3,000 LEDs
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Smartphone Controlled Vivariums
Biome Flora Terrarium Merges Mobiles and Eco-Life
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iPhone-Controlled Illuminators
Improve Ambience with the DeLight Lamp and its Smartphone App
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iPhone-Controlled Eco Cars
The Nissan Leaf Can Be Programmed From a Smartphone
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Apple-Controlled Homes
Gramophone Installation Creates an Apple Product-Operated Condo
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Diet-Friendly Fridges
The New Smart ThinQ Fridge Debuted at CES 2012
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Automated Home Electronics
The WeMo Plug Allows You to Control Your Surroundings With an App
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iPhone-Controlled Cars
Austin Engineers Combine the Auto With Mobile Technology
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Smartphone Piloting
The AR.Drone Makes Unmanned Flight an Everyday Possibility
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Intimately Controlled Coolers
The Gerhardt Kellermann Fan Changes Speed with a Gentle Stroke
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Everyday Object Automation Platforms
SmartThings Will Turn Your Home Into a Smart Living Space
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Smartphone-Operated Circuits
The 'Wireless Smart Socket' Controls Homes from Afar
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App-Controlled Appliances
The Samsung Android Oven Connects to Your Smartphone for Easy Cooking
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Remote-Controlled Eco Stoves
The Toba Pellet Stove is a State-of-the-Art Green Design
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Phone-Controlled Steering
Drivers Can Operate the Apple Car Using an iPhone Remote
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Smartphone-Controlled Heating Plates
The Electrolux Design Lab Mobile Oven is Compact & Portable
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Sci-Fi Compact Cars
The Honda Micro-Commuter City Car is Future and Technology-Friendly
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Smartphone-Controlled Fake Pets
The OMNIBOT i-SODOG Lets You Raise a Dog via Your iPhone
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Iphone-Controlled RC Cars
The iKon RC Car is Controlled Using an Apple App
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Adaptive Central Heating
Forget Dials and Buttons, the Nest Thermostat Learns Your Habits
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Plane-Piloting Phone Cases
The iPhly Lets You Control R/C Vehicles With Your iPhone
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New Age Inferno Heaters
Stay Toasty with the High-Tech Joule Bioethanol Fireplace
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Smartphone-Controlled Balls
The Orbotix Sphero Rolls to New Ball Game Possibilities
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Smartphone-Controlled Fireplaces
The Escea DX1500 Lets You Turn up the Heat from the Couch
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Smartphone-Controlled Microwaves
Lg’s ‘Lightwave Oven’ Masters a Series of Funct
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Wifi-synced Appliance Controllers
Acyclica Domo Ensures That Everything in the House is Turned Off
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Wireless-Controlled Cookers
The AGA iTotal Control Brings High-Tech Appliances to the Kitchen
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Lamp-Controlling iOS Devices
The TimeCommand Speaker Alarm Clock is Packed With Awesome Features
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Smartphone-Controlled Ovens
The AGA iTotal Control Stove Runs Off a SIM Card
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Smartphone-Controlled Air Coolers
The KUHL Wireless Air Conditioner Can Chill Hot Rooms from
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Crowdfunded Controller Apps
iRemoco App is a Remarkable Design for a Helicopter Remote
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Wirelessly Controlled Cleaners
The F457 Washing Machine Lets You Do the Laundry with Your Phone
Related Ideas
Co-Branded Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone x Galaxy Concept by Michael Ma Combines Aesthetics
Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
AI-Powered Smartphone Cameras
The Alice Camera Works on its Own or with a Smartphone
Portable Smart Display Speakers
The 'Zoey' Smart Home Assistant Concept is Multipurpose
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Mood-Powered Smartphone Speakers
The Conceptual 'MIX:X' Speaker by Junyoung Lee is Intelligent
Industrial Design Smart Speakers
The Conceptual HomePod Nano by Justin Latham is Braun-Like
Industrial Cellphone Concepts
The Nokia N90 x Nothing Concept by Viet Doan Duc is Retro and Modern
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones
The Nokia Infinity Pro Concept Has an Elegant Form and Function
Previous Generation Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 4 Concept by Nathan Basset Looks to the Past
Comfortable Connected Tiny Houses
The Covo Mio Smart Tiny House Has Voice Control and More
Intuitive AI Smartphone Models
The Rabbit R2 Smartphone Concept by Shreyansh Onial is Next-Gen
Minimalist Industrial Cameras
This Braun Instant Camera Concept by Arihant R Israni is Sleek
Rotating Button Panel Smartphones
The Conceptual 'PHONE ONE' by Wayne Lu Adapts to Usage Needs
Color-Infused Glass Smartphones
The Apple iPhone iPhone 15 and 15 Plus Have a 48MP Main Camera
Subtle Smartphone-Friendly Printers
The Conceptual Samsung Image Box Instantly Offers Keepsakes
Smartwatch-Attached Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual Sony Smart Switch Ecosystem is All-in-One
Smartphone Standby Display Features
iPhone StandBy Mode Makes Use of the Device When Charging
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Digital Nomad Concept Cars
This Multipurpose Car Was Envisioned By Students From Skoda
Wearable Temperature Control Units
The Sony REON POCKET 5 Offers 17-Hours of Climate Control
Accessibility-Focused Product Enhancements
LG's ComfortKit 1.0 Introduces a Thoughtful Solution
Automated Adjustment Walking Sticks
The Conceptual 'Halo' Smart Cane by Claire Ko is Advanced
AI-Fueled Smartwatch Concepts
Rabbit Joins Teenage Engineering on the R1 Smartwatch Design
Retro Smartphone Music Systems
The Conceptual 'RE:PLAY' Smartphone Music Player is Nostalgic
Smartphone-Powered Telescopes
The Vaonis 'Hestia' Supports Advanced Stargazing at a Low Cost
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Gesture-Controlling Smart Tech
The Wow Mouse App Transforms Android Smartwatches into Controllers
Sea-Inspired Anti-Smartphone Cocktails
The Futago Smartphone-Fasting Sour Encourages Socialization
Telescoping Component Kitchen Appliances
The Hybrid Kitchen Aid by Rishikesh Sonawane is Intuitive
Automated Relaxation Bathtubs
The Smart Bathtub by the Cloudandco Design Studio is Customizable
Smart At-Home Nail Salons
Nimble Uses Robotics and AI to Scan, Paint and Dry Nails
Smartphone Interface Trial Apps
The Samsung 'Try Galaxy’ App Lets Users Experience a New UI
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Future-Facing Smart Home Displays
The 'Overlay' Display by Susanna Kim is Packed with Sensors
Pocket Computer Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 16S Concept Reimagines the Aesthetic of the Device
Universal Smart Remote Controllers
The Haptique RS90 is Positioned as a Groundbreaking Innovation
Wearable AI Smart Rings
The WIZPR RING Can Control a Smart Home Without the Need for a Remote
Tactile Vehicle Key Fobs
This Conceptual Car Key Fob by Zander De Beer is Ergonomic
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
AI Interior Decorators
HOMEE AI Unveiled a World-First AI Interior Designer at CES 2024
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
Autonomous Showroom Concepts
JIDU's Dealership Experience Lets Buyers Watch Their Car Pilot Itself
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Compact Cordless Appliances
KitchenAid Go is a Revolutionary Cordless Kitchen Appliance System
Simplistic Distraction-Free Phones
The LoFone Has an E Ink Kaleido 3 Color Display
Snap-On Mobile Gaming Controllers
Zak Boardman Debuts the Compact SnapJoy Controllers
Minimalist Phone Home Screens
Dumbify Offers a Minimal Interface to Reduce Digital Distractions
Sustainable Smart Cottages
The LG Smart Cottage is a Compact Prefab with Cutting-Edge Tech
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
T-Shaped Remote Controls
The Sightless Remote Control by Gisung Han is Hard to Misplace
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Technological Kitchen Hubs
LG's LG COit is Made for Those to Create Content in the Kitchen
Advanced Contextual Awareness Wearables
The Humane Ai Pin Connects Users Without Smartphones
Mental-Health Smart Mirror Concepts
The Mio Smart Mirror Encourages Self-Motivation
Contemporary Smartphone Exhibitions
Ester Bruzkus Architekten Designs 'The World in My Hand'
Cross-Functional Device Tools
Motorola and Lenovo Present the Smart Connect Tool at MWC
Energy Efficient Home Appliances
LG Electronics Canada Debuts Its New Home Appliance Lineup
Automated Insulin Delivery Wearables
The Tandem Mobi Works with or Without a Smartphone
Wearable Athlete Smartphone Controllers
The Easy Control Wearable Remote Streamlines Media Access
Dual-Display Smartphone Concepts
The Conceptual iPhone Vision by Antonio De Rosa is Robust
Textured Quad-Camera Smartphones
This iPhone 17 Concept by Mohamed Mahdy Has an Industrial Form
360-Degree Antenna Smartphones
The iQOO Neo9 Comes in Two Models with Wet Hand Control
App-Controlled Smart Blinds
Eve Launches its New Blinds Collection in German Stores
Smart Ecosystem Expansions
Samsung and Ikea Matter Merge to Present Smart Home Solutions
Smartphone Gimbal Attachments
Buddiesman Presents the Snappy Mobile Attachment Tool
AI-Powered Washing Machines
The GO One Touch Washing Machine by Ayberk Kole Simplifies Laundry
Programmable Home Automation Dials
The M5Stack Dial is Customizable and Automation-Ready
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Smartwatch-Turned Nostalgic Handheld
tinyPod Transforms the Apple Watch Into an iPod Replica
AI-Powered Cooking Appliances
The Kitchen Idea KODY 29 Offers 21 Cooking Modes
Powerful Next-Gen Dishwashers
Bosch's PowerControl Spray Arm Delivers a Targeted Clean
Flexible Liberating Kitchen Appliances
Neff Launches a New Neff Collection of Home Appliances
Consolidated Automotive Apps
The 'Fisker' App Caters to Every Aspect Of the Customer Experience
MP3 Player Smartphone Wallpapers
These iPod Wallpapers Transform the iPhone into a Retro Device
Simple AI Assistants
The Rabbit R1 Offers a Non-Distracting Digital Alternative
Camera-Equipped Induction Stoves
This Samsung Bespoke Slide-In Induction Range is Advanced
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
Ocular Support Smartphones
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER is a CES 2024 Innovation Optimized for Human Eyes
Smart Home Scenario Controllers
The Shelly BLU Button1 Activates Routines Without Smartphones
Tech-Enabled Room Control Systems
Honeywell and Marriott Design Lab Partner for More Customization
Smart 3D Home Maps
SamSung's Map View Creates a Seamless Smart Home Ecosystem
Android-Powered Infotainment Systems
The 2025 Ford Explorer Boasts Advanced Tech in the Cabin
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
App-Controlled Robotic Lawnmowers
The 'Neomow S' Offers Energy-Efficient and Customizable Mowing
Inclusive Smartphone Control Devices
The 'Matrix5' Assistive Key Device by Aerum Gu is Tactile
Smartphone-Brand Electric Sedans
Xiaomi is Shaking Up the Electric Auto Industry With the 'SU7' EV
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Remote Caregiver Kits
The Essential Care Kit Assists Caregivers with Next-Gen Technology
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Smart Screen Vacuum Robots
The Redkey R20 Robot Vacuum Cleaner Doesn't Rely on an App
AI-Powered Wheeled Robots
LG Previews a Smart Robot on Wheels for Home Monitoring Purposes
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Automotive Wireless Phone Chargers
This Charger Offers Rapid Charging & Stable Mounting On the Go
Automated Smart Home Lines
Marvin Launches a Smart Voice-Activated Window and Door Line
Gamified Smart Home Hubs
The MajorDom Smart Home Hub Automates Routines and More
Motion-Controlled Smart Faucets
The Moen® Smart Faucet with Motion Control is Advanced
All-in-One Meal Appliances
The 'ChefRobot' Works with More Than 500 Guided Recipes
Indoor Houseplant Care Technology
SmartyPlants Debuts an Innovative Smart Sensor on Kickstarter
Connected Caregiver Services
Samsung SmartThings Family Care Connects Caregivers to Loved Ones
Connected Voice Assistant Kettles
The WeeKett Smart WiFi Kettle Works with Many Tech Ecosystems
WiFi-Less Voice-Activated Appliances
JEM Brands Debuted AIWA INTELLIGENCE at CES 2024
Unified AI Campaigns
Samsung UK Unveils 'You & AI. As One' Campaign
Touchscreen Thermometer Apps
This App Lets Smartphones Take Body Temperature Readings
Advanced Camera-Inspired Smartphones
The Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Plus Have the A18 Chip
AI-Powered Food Platforms
Samsung Food Offers Access to Recipes and More
Modern WiFi-Equipped Toasters
Revolution Cooking Previews its Advanced Revolution Toaster
Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges
Samsung's Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Offers "AI Vision"
Eye-Tracking Interface Smartphones
The Honor Magic 6 Will Feature the Magic Capsule Technology
Fully Integrated Smart Showers
The Power Shower Head Features Motion Sensors and Voice Controls
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Tactical Smartphone Accessories
The PUI Series Creates a Unique Way to Interact with Phones
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Color-Changing Smart Fabrics
Researchers at UoW in Ontario Develop a Smart Material
Distraction-Free Flip Phones
Consumer Cellular Unveils its 'Shot on Flip Phone' Campaign
AI-Assisted Car Shopping Apps
The CoPilot App Eliminates Barriers in Digital Car Shopping
Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices
Nik Reitmann Designs a DIY Streaming Audio Player
AI-Powered Tech Deliveries
Best Buy Unveils the New AI-Powered Delivery Service
Controlled Script Editor Platforms
Google Redesigned its Home App with a Script Editor
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
App-Controlled Skates
These Inline Roller Skates Offer a Unique Mobility Experience
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Smart Life-Planning Apps
Last Plannr is More Than a Traditional To-Do List
AI-Powered Customer Service Tools
Samsung Bridges Customer Service Gap by Using AI-powered Tools
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Revamped Modern Phone Booths
100architects Brings Digital Touches to the Classic Phone Booth
AI-Powered Smart Homes
Devath Aims to Change How You Interact With Your Living Space
Feng Shui-Inspired Home Devices
Yoojin Chung Presents Her Capturing Qi Graduation Project
Smartphone-Fuelled Stopwatch Concepts
The SINK Concept is a Smartphone-Powered Device
Visually Inclusive Smartphone Features
Apple Adds the New Bold Assistive Access Feature
Automated AI Smartphone Stabilizers
The SMOVE Pro Mobile X Gimbal Stabilizer is Feature-Rich
Streamlined Grocery List Makers
HoneyDo Translates Spoken Word Into an Organized List
No-Network Dependent Browsing Tools
Google Unveils the More Helpful Suggestions Feature
Omni-Control Smart Home Remotes
The Linxura Smart Home Controller Has an E Ink Display
Branded Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The Turtle Beach iPhone Atom Controller is iOS-Ready