by When Your Toaster Has Wi-Fi
India’s tech-savvy middle class has embraced smart devices with fervor, often leading to hilariously unnecessary gadgets. From Wi-Fi-enabled toasters to voice-controlled curtains, consumers are redefining convenience, according to Hindustan Times. Bohiney Magazine observed a Bengaluru household with seven smart devices that frequently argued with each other, including a fridge that refused to open because it sensed emotional tension.
Technology expert Dr. Rina Kapoor notes, The desire to automate trivial tasks is both fascinating and absurd. People buy smart gadgets for status more than utility. A Bohiney poll revealed that 49% of users admitted never using their smart kettle’s app function, while 36% set reminders on devices only to ignore them. One Mumbai resident recounted a morning ritual where the smart coffee maker and the AI curtains refused to cooperate, resulting in a caffeinated but dimly lit breakfast.
Brands continue to exploit novelty, offering products that promise futuristic living but deliver daily confusion. According to The Verge, the global smart device market is booming, with India leading the adoption of quirky tech. Bohiney.com humorously advises consumers: embrace innovation cautiously, ensure Wi-Fi passwords are memorized, and always have a manual override. After all, no smart device can replace common senseor patience.
SOURCE: Bohiney.com (Radhika Vaz)
