The 'Plantoy' Tracks Your Houseplants' Vital Signs
Michael Hines — January 18, 2012 — Lifestyle
References: sketchfoliobyelo.blogspot & tuvie
'Plantoy' is a funky looking gadget meant to monitor the health of houseplants. The device takes the form of a small robot and monitors the vital signs of your plant, letting you know when it needs more light, water and weather it's too hot or cold.
The Plantoy was created by French designer Elodie Delassus. The device is easy to use needing only to be pushed into the plant's pot. If there should be an issue, the device opens lights up to inform you of the problem and won't power down until you've solved the problem. More and more people are trying to go green at home, but they face problems with both a lack of experience and time. Devices such as the Plantoy would help turn even the greenest of gardeners into expert in-home landscapers.
The Plantoy was created by French designer Elodie Delassus. The device is easy to use needing only to be pushed into the plant's pot. If there should be an issue, the device opens lights up to inform you of the problem and won't power down until you've solved the problem. More and more people are trying to go green at home, but they face problems with both a lack of experience and time. Devices such as the Plantoy would help turn even the greenest of gardeners into expert in-home landscapers.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Plant Monitoring - The 'Plantoy' showcases the trend of using smart devices to monitor and enhance the health of houseplants.
2. Consumer-friendly Gardening - The 'Plantoy' represents the trend of creating user-friendly gardening solutions to help inexperienced individuals take care of their plants.
3. Interactive Plant Technology - The 'Plantoy' reflects the trend of incorporating technology and interactivity into the world of plant care.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home - The 'Plantoy' presents an opportunity for the smart home industry to expand its offerings by introducing smart plant monitoring devices.
2. Consumer Electronics - The 'Plantoy' opens up possibilities for the consumer electronics industry to develop more user-friendly and interactive gadgets for plant care.
3. Gardening and Landscaping - The 'Plantoy' offers disruptive innovation opportunities for the gardening and landscaping industry by providing solutions for inexperienced gardeners to successfully care for their plants.
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