# Bacteria-Detecting Fridges The Electrolux Food Symphony Alerts You When Food is Expired By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-06-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electrolux-food-symphony References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/06/25/food-storage-orchestra/) & [coroflot](http://www.coroflot.com/public/individual_set.asp?individual_id=256028&set_id=438436) The [Electrolux](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-appliance-hub) 'Food Symphony' by Chow Pei Huan, Ho Wen Chi, and Chua Kai Ren is a [smart fridge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-mijia-refrigerator-pro) that does almost all the dirty work for you. This bad boy features smart glass that allows you to see what is inside it, but then turns opaque once you are finished. The Electrolux 'Food Symphony' has adjustable temperature zones for each compartment *and* a [bacteria sensor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodtusker), so all you have to do is throw the food out once it has gone bad. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Fridges:** Smart fridges with features like smart glass and bacteria sensors are becoming popular, providing convenience and food safety. - **Adjustable Temperature Zones:** Fridges with adjustable temperature zones for different compartments are a growing trend, allowing for better preservation of food and energy efficiency. - **Bacteria Detection Technology:** The integration of bacteria sensors in home appliances like fridges is a disruptive innovation opportunity, promoting food safety and reducing waste. ### Where This Applies - **Appliances:** The appliance industry can embrace the trend of smart fridges with advanced features like adjustable temperature zones and bacteria sensors. - **Food Safety:** The food safety industry can leverage the use of bacteria detection technology in home appliances to ensure better food quality and reduce foodborne illnesses. - **Energy Efficiency:** The energy efficiency industry can explore the trend of fridges with adjustable temperature zones to promote sustainable consumption and reduce energy waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Assistive Smart Refrigerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-assistant.md) - [Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-4door-flex-refrigerator.md) - [Smart Food Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-fridge.md) - [Sleek Food Display Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kollect-smart.md) - [Compartmentalized Smart Refrigerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aura-refrigerator.md) - [Dynamic Lighting-Equipped Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-objet.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smart Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-signature-refrigerator.md) - [Refrigerator Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-shelf-life-extender.md) - [Vision-Based AI Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-ai-refrigerator-family-hub.md)