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Smartphone-Controlled Fireplaces

The Escea DX1500 Lets You Turn up the Heat from the Couch

— January 23, 2012 — Art & Design
There is now an app for the fireplace thanks to the Escea DX1500. The Escea DX1500 is a new home hearth that can be controlled via an iPhone or Android app. The fireplace is gas powered and connects to your phone using built-in WiFi.

The Escea DX1500 has a modern, rectangular design that complements any contemporary home. Using the app to control this luxe fireplace seems to be a cinch, with controls for timers, temperatures and fans being only a finger swipe away. The Escea DX1500 may be the first fireplace of its kind, but don't be shocked if future fireplaces and maybe even air conditioners implement some type of wireless smartphone control system. If it's one thing people hate, it's getting off the couch.
Trend Themes
1. Smartphone-controlled Fireplaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding the use of smartphone control to other home appliances such as air conditioners.
2. Home Automation Via Smartphone - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating smartphone control into various aspects of home automation, creating a seamless and convenient living experience.
3. Wireless Control for Home Appliances - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing wireless control systems for traditional home appliances, transforming them into smart devices.
Industry Implications
1. Home Furnishings - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating cutting-edge home furnishing products with integrated smartphone control capabilities.
2. Internet of Things (iot) - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding the IoT ecosystem by developing smart home appliances that can be controlled via smartphones.
3. Mobile App Development - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and developing mobile applications that enable remote control and management of various home appliances.
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