# Miniature Temperature-Sensing Gadgets This Device is Used to Measure Temperatures in Small Spaces By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-09-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temperaturesensing References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2016/9/1/12742158/colorful-peanut-shaped-sensor-line-announced) & [sen.se](https://sen.se/peanut/thermo/) Appropriately titled the 'ThermoPeanut,' this [temperature-sensing device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqara-presence-multisensor-fp300) can be used for a variety of small but potentially useful services. The device was made and released by the brand 'Sen.se' and can fit in areas such as refrigerators in order to track their temperature. The temperature-sensing gadget uses Bluetooth to connect to smartphones and can be paired with other devices in order for owners to [track or change the temperature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nest-learning-thermostat) of areas in their home when necessary. The company will also be releasing other "peanuts" including one that ensures security, one that functions as a leak detector and one that is able to sense whether doors are open or closed. This unique gadget is small but functional and could work to connect homes and make them better suit the needs of homeowners. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Temperature-sensing Gadgets:** The trend of creating smaller temperature-sensing devices for use in a variety of environments, including smart homes and refrigeration units. - **Bluetooth-connected Home Devices:** The trend of creating devices that connect to smartphones using Bluetooth, allowing users to remotely monitor and control their home appliances and systems. - **Multipurpose 'peanut' Devices:** The trend of creating multifunctional 'peanut' devices that offer a variety of services such as temperature sensing, security, leak detection, and door sensing. ### Where This Applies - **Smart Home Industry:** This industry has the opportunity to innovate with smaller, wireless temperature-sensing devices which could make home automation more convenient and integrate this particular functionality with other smart tech systems already available. - **Refrigeration Industry:** This industry has the opportunity to incorporate the use of small temperature-sensing devices in their products, making it easier for consumers to monitor and regulate their fridge temperatures and reduce food waste. - **Home Security Industry:** This industry has the opportunity to expand on the concept of the 'peanut' device and create more multifunctional home security gadgets that offer different types of protection such as temperature sensing, door sensing, and leak detection from the same device. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Smart Home Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multipurpose-smart-sensor.md) - [Accurate Temperature Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-hygrometer-thermometer.md) - [Magnetic Power-Free Food Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-temperature-detector.md) - [Accessible Environment Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-temperature-and-humidity-monitor-3-mini.md) - [Contactless Smartphone Thermometers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tempbuddy-smartphone-thermometer.md) - [Temperature-Monitoring Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermal-earring.md) - [Motion-Sensing Thermostat Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-room-sensor.md) - [Wi-Fi-Connected Smart Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ht-gen3.md) - [Connected Home Temperature Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-meter-plus.md)