# IoT-Connected Microwaves The GE Smart Countertop Microwave Oven Has Scan-To-Cook Technology By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-07-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ge-smart-countertop-microwave-oven References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/ges-smart-microwave-bakes-in-alexa-support-17537972/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/GE-JES1097SMSS-Countertop-Technology-Interior-9/dp/B07D4821JB/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The [GE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-assistant) Smart Countertop Microwave Oven is the latest appliance from the company that will provide consumers with access to impressive cooking capabilities in their kitchen at a low cost. Packed with [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharp-str3065hs-smart-rangetop) Alexa voice assistant support, the microwave is integrated with Scan-To-Cook technology that will enable users to simply scan the barcode of their food to ensure optimized cooking. The smart appliance will provide expert cooking capabilities for users to ensure that foods are prepared as quickly and evenly as possible to eliminate the occurrence of undercooked or warmed dishes. The GE Smart Countertop Microwave Oven is available for purchase at the low cost of $139 and will be available as part of a bundle with an Amazon [Echo Dot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kogani) for $154.98 starting July 18. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Iot-connected Microwaves:** The integration of IoT technology in microwaves allows for convenient and optimized cooking experiences. - **Scan-to-cook Technology:** Barcode scanning technology streamlines the cooking process and ensures accurate cooking times and temperatures. - **Expert Cooking Capabilities:** Smart microwave appliances offer professional-level cooking performance for consistent and high-quality results. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchen Appliances:** The kitchen appliance industry can leverage IoT integration to create innovative and user-friendly cooking devices. - **Smart Home Technology:** Smart home technology companies can expand their product offerings by incorporating IoT capabilities into microwaves and other kitchen appliances. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can explore partnerships with appliance manufacturers to develop customized barcode scanning features for their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Light-Powered Countertop Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-countertop-oven.md) - [Assistive Smart Refrigerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-assistant.md) - [Three-in-One Microwave Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-gtebo-microwave-oven.md) - [AI Nutritionist Countertop Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neoma-ai-countertop-oven.md) - [Grocer-Connected Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kroger-and-ge-appliances.md) - [All-in-One Kitchen Cooking Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharp-str3065hs-smart-rangetop.md) - [Temperature-Tracking Smart Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuwave-todd-english-iq360.md) - [App-Connected Countertop Ovens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steam-oven.md) - [Voice-Enabled Air Fryers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emerson-smartvoice-air-fryer.md)