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Precise Electric Bread Ovens

Mitsubishi Releases a New Product That Toasts Bread to Perfection

— May 24, 2019 — Art & Design
Mitsubishi recently released an electric bread oven that is designed to provide consumers with impeccably toasted toast. The Japanese manufacturer focuses on quality, with a smidge of convenience. The high-end toaster has the capacity to only heat up one slice at a time, however, it does so with incredible precision. Thanks to the all-encompassing technology, the electric bread oven is able to toast its contents at a temperature that can reach 500° Fahrenheit. The appliance "transfers heat via two plates sandwiching [...] the slice." The end result is said to deliver the taste of "freshly-baked bread" that isn't dried out.

In designing the electric bread oven, Mitsubishi referenced a survey by insights firm NRI Group that "Japanese people prefer bread over a traditional breakfast." The appliance is retailing for $270 USD.
Trend Themes
1. High-precision Toasting - Opportunities for developing and improving precise toasting technology for efficient and consistent toasting.
2. Single-slice Heating - Innovative solutions centered around single-slice heating technology to deliver freshly baked bread-like taste without wasting energy.
3. Smart Kitchen Appliances - Incorporating intelligent temperature regulation, and remote mobile operation in kitchen appliances to achieve high-quality results in food preparation.
Industry Implications
1. Appliances - Companies must invest in designing and manufacturing advanced kitchen appliances to meet consumer demand for high-quality results in food preparation.
2. Smart Homes - Developing digital home systems that integrate with specialized kitchen appliances to deliver convenience, efficiency and optimal performance for consumers.
3. Iot (internet of Things) - Create distinctive connectivity products for the home appliances market to enhance user experience and encourage sales growth.
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