In our modern world, two things remain constant: advancements in technology and the accumulation of dust. The rationale is that the latter is an inconvenience the former will assist in expelling. And that’s because cleaning is a time-consuming chore, while technology is a time-saving innovation. Merge the two together, innovators would argue, and you have a winning formula for a clean home.
Of course, mops and brooms are there to assist us in cleaning dust and dirt around the house. But what if we could do all of it in half the time, or not even be at home when the work was being done? Indeed, with the right high tech cleaning tools, deep cleaning doesn’t have to be a chore we wait each spring to follow through on. And the latest smart home tech cleaning devices don’t have to be eyesores either. Rather, many have been created to enhance the ambiance of your home, as is certainly the case with Coway’s Airmega 230 and its zen-like sage green color.
From an all-new Dyson vacuum cleaner that can vacuum, sanitize, and wet-wash floors to a beautifully designed air-purifying machine, these are the best new gadgets to help make 2024 your cleanest one yet.
Dyson V15s Detect Submarine
Last fall, Dyson launched the V15s Detect Submarine. This cordless stick vacuum-and-mop combo is Dyson’s first ever vacuum with a wet component. Dyson’s new roller is crafted from a sturdy microfiber (perfect for a kitchen floor that’s been soiled with food bits and oils). What’s more, the microfiber roller is washable and can be removed for cleaning. The clean water tank (attached to the vacuum) holds up to 10 fluid ounces of water, which Dyson claims is enough to clean a 1,200-square-foot space.
Ovie LightTags
To say food waste is a problem is a staggering understatement. The fact that the United States discards more food than any other country in the world (nearly 40 million tons—80 billion pounds—every year) should cause all of us to reconsider our dining habits. Ovie’s LightTags are one significant step in the right direction. The LightTags provides a simple visualization for when you need to eat stored food before it goes bad. It’s really as easy as this: If the light ring is teal, you are in the clear to continue storing the food; when the light turns yellow, use or freeze it that day; and if the light is red, it’s time to throw it out (better yet, compost!) the spoiled food.
Roomba Combo j7+ Robot Vacuum and Mop
At this point, Roomba by iRobot has become part of pop culture. But that doesn’t mean the company has stopped innovating their technology. Their latest, the Roomba Combo j7+ Robot Vacuum and Mop, goes so far as to sense when the floor is changing from hardwood to carpet and fully retracting its mop.
PhoneSoap Pro
Most of us don’t ever think about how many germs and bacteria live on our cell phones for the simple fact that it would cause perpetual bouts of anxiety. But the fact remains that cell phones are ingrained in our lives so much that we have to take them everywhere. Which means they accumulate the same microbes our hands do, which we wash away with soap and water. But that’s when PhoneSoap comes into play. The technology zaps 99.9% of germs in just 5 minutes of use.
Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor
Sure, having a smart tech gadget read your home’s temperature, relative humidity, and atmospheric pressure is important. But what might be the most essential part of the Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor is the CO2 reading. What’s more, if Amazon Alexa detects poor air quality, you can get notifications on your phone or even announcements on Echo devices. The device is small and extremely lightweight, making it useful at home or on the road when sleeping in hotels or Airbnbs. Lastly, this technology goes a long way in protecting against COVID-19. It’s now well-known that ventilation is a crucial element in preventing this disease. As such, high CO2 levels means poor ventilation of air, corralling with the potential aerosol buildup of the virus.
Simplehuman Automatic Sensor Trash Can
Remember when it was such a chore to throw out the trash? Well, technically it’s still a chore. But with Simplehuman’s automatic sensor trash can, it’s not nearly as tough as it used to be. And that’s because with the latest technology, the trash can’s motion sensors detect when you are nearby, lifting the top bin to allow you to seamlessly throw away any garbage. And once you walk away, the bin closes shut to easily keep the garbage out of sight.
Coway Airmega 230
Unfortunately, clean air is becoming more of a necessity due to the real consequences of climate change. In our opinion, Coway is the best in the game for two reasons. First, its purification technology traps and deactivates 99.99% of all particles down to 0.01 µm–smaller than most bacteria and viruses. And second, its beautiful and thoughtful designs enhance the look of every room its products are placed in.
Litter-Robot 4
Most cat lovers avoid owning their small furry friends because of the unsightly litter box. And it’s a real concern: Not only is the design an eyesore, but the chore of cleaning a litter box is reason enough scare many people way from bringing a cat into their homes. But those days are over. With Litter-Robot, you will never have to worry about scooping again. Not only is the device self-cleaning, but it provides a high level of odor control and monitors the amount of waste left by your cats, ensuring that their time in the bathroom is going as it should be.
