The Filtered Water Pitcher Orders Its Own Filter Replacements
Alyson Wyers — February 29, 2016 — Art & Design
References: amzn & venturebeat
Amazon Dash replenishment is coming to the Brita filtered water pitcher, creating a $45 pitcher that orders its own replacement filters.
The wifi-enabled smart product has a built-in monitor that examines how much water has gone through the Brita filtration system. When the filter nears the end of its life at about two months and 40 gallons of lead-free water, the filtered water pitcher will automatically place an order using Amazon Dash for new Brita filters.
This is not Amazon's first foray into an Internet of Things self-replenishing item, as they previously put out a cartridge-replacing printer. This shows promise for other kitchen gadgets with replaceable elements as well as the smart home in general.
The wifi-enabled smart product has a built-in monitor that examines how much water has gone through the Brita filtration system. When the filter nears the end of its life at about two months and 40 gallons of lead-free water, the filtered water pitcher will automatically place an order using Amazon Dash for new Brita filters.
This is not Amazon's first foray into an Internet of Things self-replenishing item, as they previously put out a cartridge-replacing printer. This shows promise for other kitchen gadgets with replaceable elements as well as the smart home in general.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Home Technology - The integration of wifi-enabled smart products with automatic reordering capabilities presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the smart home industry.
2. Internet of Things - The use of IoT technology in self-replenishing items like the Brita filtered water pitcher opens up possibilities for other kitchen gadgets and devices that can automatically order replacements.
3. Automated Replenishment - The concept of products ordering their own replacements, like the Brita filtered water pitcher, has the potential to revolutionize the way consumers maintain and re-stock essential items.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Appliances - The smart home appliance industry can leverage wifi-enabled technology to create more self-replenishing products, enhancing convenience and efficiency for consumers.
2. Kitchen Gadgets - The introduction of self-reordering capabilities in kitchen gadgets with replaceable elements offers an opportunity for innovation and improved user experience.
3. Consumer Electronics - The concept of automated replenishment can be applied to various consumer electronic devices, enabling them to order their own replacements and streamline the maintenance process for users.
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