# Tech-Savvy Refrigerators The Infinity I-Kitchen Features a Built-In Touchscreen Computer By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infinity-i-kitchen References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/electrolux-infinity-i-kitchen-fridge/17104/) & [electrolux.br](http://www.electrolux.com.br/ikitchen_ra/release_ikitchen.html) I don't know how any cooking would ever get done with the Infinity I-Kitchen in the kitchen. This innovative refrigerator was created by [Electrolux](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-appliance-hub) as the Internet-enabled refrigerator of the future. The Infinity I-Kitchen has a Linux-based OS that lets you browse the web, and also comes preloaded with apps and recipes. I'm all for technology in the kitchen, but this refrigerator might be taking it a little too far. How is dinner supposed to get made when [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-verified) and [Youtube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-with-buddy) are only a fridge away? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Internet-enabled Appliances:** Opportunity for appliance manufacturers to innovate by incorporating technology into everyday appliances like refrigerators and ovens. - **Smart Kitchen Technology:** Opportunity for developers to create kitchen-centric interfaces to connect appliances and devices for more intuitive and streamlined meal prep and cooking. - **Recipe and Meal Planning Apps:** Opportunity for app developers to create platforms for meal planning, recipe sharing, and personalized nutrition recommendations accessible via smart appliances like refrigerators and ovens. ### Where This Applies - **Home Appliance:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for home appliance manufacturers to incorporate internet-enabled technology into everyday appliances, creating new offerings for tech-savvy consumers. - **Technology:** Opportunity for tech developers to create software systems and platforms that seamlessly connect kitchen appliances, streamline meal prep and cooking, and promote healthy eating habits. - **Food and Nutrition:** Opportunity for nutrition and meal planning companies to create web and app-based solutions accessible via smart appliances, offering personalized recommendations and seamless meal planning solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-4door-flex-refrigerator.md) - [Expansive Smart Display Refrigerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-family-hub-plus.md) - [Sleek Food Display Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kollect-smart.md) - [Shoppable Fridge Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-5.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smart Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-signature-refrigerator.md) - [Vision-Based AI Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bespoke-ai-refrigerator-family-hub.md) - [AI Recipe Assistant Fridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jumbo-sidebyside-refrigerator.md) - [AI-Enabled Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermomix-tm7.md) - [AI-Assisted Kitchen Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeg-kitchen-range.md)