Engadget points to a story about smart light bulbs that texts you when it dies. That's right, if you're at home, and a bulb dies, your phone will start beeping to say....the bulb died. Will wonders never cease?
Soon, someone will write a little message filter that notices these messages and automatically orders new replacement light bulbs online. Of course since you're in the dark, you'll want to pay for overnight shipping to get it quickly. Maybe you'll want to order a couple of backups, just in case. Wait, that can't be right, then you wouldn't need the text message in the first place. Oh wait, I know, this will work if you're not home so you can pick up bulbs on your way home. That's it, so just be sure to leave your lights on if you're not home.
2 comments:
I think it is neat actually... I wish my empty milk carton emailed me so that I did not forget to buy a new one in the store... Then while shoppint you would just check your inbox and see: "1. Lamp - burnt out, 2. Milk carton - empty, 3. Apple - eaten, etc..."
Hmm, so skip the auto-ordering and just get as far as adding to a shopping list. That might be nice, but it does seem like overkill.
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