Homeowners are looking for must-buy refrigerator accessories that can save you money
A quirky device has caught the attention of Alexa owners for turning their regular fridge into a smart one.
The so-called “FridgeCam” is designed to ensure that you never waste food again.
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FridgeCam, from consumer brand Smarter, takes a picture when you close your fridge door and sends it to your iPhone or Android phone.
With the best-before date tracker, users can reduce food waste by having the camera keep track of the expiry date for them.
The gadget then reminds you in time to use certain products.
FridgeCam automatically adds used or expired items to your shopping cart, which is then pre-populated the next time you shop online.
- Smarter FridgeCam on Amazon for £12.99 – buy here
It even works with Amazon’s popular voice assistant, Alexa.
For example, users can say, “Alexa, what can I cook for dinner tonight?”
The FridgeCam then helps notify Alexa of available ingredients and possible meals.
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The food tracking camera is suitable for all fridges and is currently available from Amazon for £12.99.
The device can fetch upwards of £80.00 at other retailers.
The product can be retrofitted to any refrigerator using the bracket supplied.
All users need to set up is WiFi access and a compatible iOS or Android device.
One satisfied customer said: “As someone who does a lot of on call duty, I find this camera really useful. You always know what’s in the fridge and can easily check it wherever you are.
“It’s probably not for everyone, and if you’re expecting something wonderful, it’s not, it won’t make the salad for you!
“However, it’s a great way to keep track of what’s in your fridge and helps prevent food waste or over-buying.”
Others have suggested that it is important to charge the webcam for at least six hours via the provided USB port before attaching it to ensure everything is working smoothly.
According to the reviews, it’s also important to have a strong Wi-Fi network as weak signals might not be able to penetrate the metal fridge enough for the device to work.
- Smarter FridgeCam on Amazon for £12.99 – buy here
All prices in this article were correct at the time of writing but may have changed since then.
Always do your own research before making a purchase.
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