By Pooja Valeja,
In today’s fast-paced world, digitalization has become an integral part of our lives—or, as the saying goes, ‘We can’t live without it.’
What happens when our phone stops working or the battery drains? Forgetting your laptop or the charger at work? Or imagine your company’s server (business) running down for hours. How about a simplistic thing like having a power cut for an hour and none of your appliances working right?
No! No! No! This cannot happen.
We worry, lose our minds or patience, and rely so much on it. Well, digitalization today constantly shapes how we work, live, and interact with the world. From the invention of smartwatches to the convenience of digital calendars and the seamless operation of home appliances, technology has transformed everyday activities, enhancing convenience, productivity, and overall well-being.
We now live in a world of so-called ‘SMART’ technology, where innovation is constantly improving. Smartphones, watches, and even home appliances allow us to manage an entire home with the click of a button.
Digitalization has made life convenient by extending beyond personal gadgets to the simplistic devices we rely on in our homes for day-to-day activities. Smart home appliances, such as refrigerators, washing machines, ovens, and even vacuum cleaners, are now integrated with advanced technologies that offer convenience and energy efficiency.
Let’s understand Smart Refrigerators, for instance. These have sensors to maintain the temperature of the refrigerator and the freezer through an integration with your smartphone or laptop. Other options include identifying the temperature and humidity outside and regulating the temperature inside. The advanced available models even with touchscreens. It can monitor food expiration dates, suggest recipes based on your ingredients, and even create shopping lists.
How about Smart Washing machines? These have remote-controlled washers and dryers, allowing you to start or stop cycles from your phone. They also adjust water temperature and detergent levels based on load size and fabric type, reducing water and energy usage. Similarly, smart thermostats and energy monitors track usage patterns and provide insights on how to lower energy bills, contributing to a sustainable lifestyle.
They work accurately, and you can monitor cycles, efficiency, water temperature, and the quantities of detergent used. They have made your life super easy and efficient.
Have you considered smart ovens? They are efficient cooking machines that adjust settings based on the recipe.
Let’s not forget Smart Watches. The imaginative aspect gained popularity with Smart Watches. The concept is having one device to store your data and connect with others. It’s like a phone on your wrist, and even if your phone is lying elsewhere, it’s doing its work all the time, and kind of you, it’s your trainer, too. It does everything from helping you watch your calories to counting your steps and calculating your sleep patterns. Advanced models also offer ECG readings, blood oxygen monitoring, and glucose level tracking. For those juggling busy schedules, the smartwatch is a hub for notifications, calendar reminders, and even voice commands.
Digital Calendars. These new-age calendars are revolutionizing the concept of time management. Remember those days of carrying a paper planner or a wall calendar? Digital calendars have changed that era, although thousands prefer that too. These are box-like digital calendars like picture frames integrated with your phone and emails. Accessible across multiple devices, digital calendars allow users to schedule appointments, set reminders, and share events with colleagues, family, and friends in real time. One of the standout features of digital calendars is their integration with other digital tools and platforms. For instance, they can sync with emails, task management apps, and virtual meetings, ensuring everything is in one place.
In terms of benefits, these Smart Gadgets and appliances have the following covered:
– Energy efficiency
– Helps to optimize the performance
– Saves time and human labor
– Overall Cost effective
– No wastage of time and labor
The future of digitalization is auspicious since we have already started relying on it. From the healthcare industry to the tech industry and from educational institutions to media and entertainment, it has crippled us to its successful utility. Continuing advancement in each of these streams, there has been a noticeable increase in reliability in automation and digitization. This also proves that it’s time we embrace digitalization in places that require changing or adapting to changing times.
