# Computerized Letter Boxes The Smart Mailbox Sorts Messages and Informs Recipients of Their Arrival By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-12-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-mailbox References: [red-dot.sg](http://www.red-dot.sg/en/online-exhibition/concept/?code=1085&y=2013&c=24&a=0) The Smart Mailbox is an innovative alternative to the [rows and rows of metal lockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gumpo-lockers) that you typically find in offices and apartment buildings. For a particularly large structure, you may need more than one of these, yet this cutting-edge letterbox does great to make message collection compact and the distribution process secure. Yun Young Ho, An Young Gun and Lee Hyung Sub conceived a cylindrical compartment with a built-in computer and keypad. When the mailman feeds an envelope into the single slot on top, the programmed Smart Mailbox reads the name and [texts a notification](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartsms-organizer) to that particular person. The recipient interacts with the [innovative postcard vault](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coop-and-royal-mail) by typing in his or her unit number. Combined with a password, the letter box has sufficient information to spit the correct correspondence from the slit in its bottom. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Mailboxes:** The development of smart mailboxes that can notify recipients of incoming mail presents opportunities for improved efficiency in mail collection and distribution. - **Computerized Sorting Systems:** The integration of computerized systems in traditional sorting processes allows for more secure and streamlined mail organization. - **Automated Notification Technology:** The use of automated notification technology in mail delivery enables real-time updates and convenience for recipients. ### Where This Applies - **Mail and Package Delivery Services:** The implementation of smart mailboxes and computerized sorting systems can revolutionize the efficiency and security of mail delivery services. - **Property Management:** The adoption of smart mailboxes in apartment buildings and office complexes offers property managers the opportunity to enhance communication and convenience for tenants. - **Smart Home Technology:** The integration of smart mailboxes with existing smart home systems provides an innovative solution for managing incoming mail and notifications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Parcel-Friendly Mailbox Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rmb2000-mailbox.md) - [Drone-Compatible Smart Mailboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-mailboxes.md) - [Dedicated Residential Delivery Doors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parcel-safe.md) - [Connected Package Delivery Safes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doorbox-smart-delivery-box.md) - [Connected Porch Package Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-delivery-box.md) - [Durable Modern Mailboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonlocking-mailbox.md) - [Solar Parcel Postboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-mail-solar-postboxes.md) - [Solar-Powered Smart Parcel Lockers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadient-x-series-lockers.md) - [Virtual Mail Management](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stable.md)