It’s summer, and before you know it, it’ll be that time of year again when we have to get into strict morning routines before school or work starts.
Let’s be honest: some of the mundane tasks we perform every day, even in the summer, can be done faster and smarter.
Of course, automation helps, too. And so do the corresponding apps. Here are five gadgets, from the simple to the luxurious, that can make your mornings smoother and save you time.
brush teeth
The Y-Brush claims to thoroughly clean all your teeth in 20 seconds, caring for your teeth and gums in one motion. Instead of focusing on one tooth at a time, the Y-Brush applies sonic vibrations to all your teeth simultaneously.
Simply press the button to begin brushing. There are five brushing modes, including normal and sensitive, and the Y-Brush has 35,000 nylon bristles to remove plaque.
The Y-Brush costs $79.90 for a one-time purchase, $74.90 for a subscription (with a lifetime warranty), and $29.90 for replacement heads. The brush has a built-in timer and the battery lasts for about three months.
Let the sun shine
Some people opt for alarm clocks that mimic the sunrise to gently wake them up from slumber, but why not try incorporating natural sunlight with a timer instead?
The Switchbot Automatic Curtain Opener attaches to your curtain rail without tools. Connect to the app to create a custom schedule for when to open and close your curtains. It also has a silent mode and is powerful enough to push up to 33 pounds of fabric.
You can also use the remote control, Alexa, Google Home, or HomeKit to bring in fresh air.
I’ll have a drink.
A kettle is a quick and easy way to heat water for a variety of drinks and foods, but with the GoveeLife Smart Kettle, you just decide when and what temperature you need water and it will prepare it automatically.
The $59.99 kettle is currently 40% off with an Amazon coupon and comes with four presets (one for formula), can boil up to seven cups of water in just five to seven minutes, and can keep water hot for up to two hours.
The app will notify you when the water has reached the optimal temperature.
Please sit down
TOTO’s Washlet can be attached to an existing toilet and allows you to freely set the water temperature, water volume, drying temperature, etc. It also has an automatic opening and closing function and a deodorizing function.
The online installation tutorial looks pretty easy to follow and will walk you through the process step by step: To install it, you will need a power outlet near the toilet.
become clean
The Moen Smart Shower can be controlled by voice, phone, or on the device itself. Create shower presets that activate only the jets you need and set them to specific temperatures.
The app will let you know when your shower is ready, and if you need more time just press pause. Just before you step in, start the shower again and the water will already be at the perfect temperature and settings you selected.
This is a great way to conserve water, since a standard showerhead uses about 2.5 gallons of water per minute, according to the company’s website. Moen says it releases regular updates to ensure it offers the latest and greatest features.
This smart shower needs to be built into the shower wall, so it’s ideal to install it when building a home or renovating a bathroom. It’s certainly luxurious, costing over $1,000, but it offers the ultimate in personal comfort and care.