FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I went to the world’s weirdest tech show with flying cars & magic mirrors – my favourite gadget will save everyone money
NEVER let food go off again - but that's not the only way the tech helps
SAMSUNG has revealed a clever trick that could help everyone save money in their kitchens.
The South Korean company has unveiled a bunch of snazzy new gadgets and concepts at CES, the world's biggest tech show held every year in Las Vegas.
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The Sun went along this year to see some of the weird and wonderful innovations on show.
Among them were flying cars, bizarre robots that cling onto your handbag and luxurious motorhomes that double in size.
Samsung's other big innovation that could save money is a magic mirror, powered by AI, that can identify where you need to improve with your skincare routine - and even suggest products to help.
But one upgrade every household could benefit from is food waste.
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One-fifth of food made for humans to eat is lost or wasted globally, according to the UN.
That's the equivalent to one billion meals a day.
And with a cost of living crisis, it's a huge waste of money for everyone too.
One way to solve this problem has been developed by Samsung for future fridges.
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Samsung showed The Sun and other press how it works at CES.
AI keeps tabs on the food in your fridge and will notify you if anything is going off.
Samsung's AI refrigerator uses cameras to track what you eat and has built-in telly
It all appears on the screen attached to the door of the fridge.
And you can ask Samsung's voice assistant, Bixby, at anytime.
To prevent waste further, the feature will even suggest meals to use up those ingredients, so you don't need to struggle thinking of ideas.
AI can also help save money in other ways too, determining exactly how much detergent is needed for a wash to be done with Samsung's newest washing machines.
So expect to see these handy features in new Samsung fridges and other appliances in future.
Hacks for Keeping Food Fresh in Your Fridge
IF you want your food to stay fresh, you'll need to try out this useful hacks...
- Herbs in Water: Store fresh herbs like parsley and coriander in a glass of water, then cover with a plastic bag to keep them fresh for weeks.
- Wrap Greens in Paper Towels: Wrap leafy greens in paper towels before placing them in a plastic bag. The towels absorb excess moisture, preventing wilting.
- Use Mason Jars: Store salads, chopped vegetables, and even leftovers in mason jars. They are airtight and keep food fresher for longer.
- Revive Stale Bread: Sprinkle a bit of water on stale bread and pop it in the oven for a few minutes to make it fresh again.
- Baking Soda for Odours: Place an open box of baking soda in your fridge to absorb odours and keep food tasting fresh.
- Freeze Herbs in Olive Oil: Chop herbs and freeze them in olive oil using an ice cube tray. This preserves their flavour and makes them easy to use.
- Keep Cheese Fresh: Wrap cheese in wax paper instead of plastic wrap. Wax paper allows the cheese to breathe, preventing it from becoming slimy.
- Store Avocados with Onions: Place a cut avocado in an airtight container with a slice of onion. The sulphur compounds in the onion slow down oxidation, keeping the avocado fresh.
- Use Vinegar Wash for Berries: Rinse berries in a mixture of water and vinegar (one cup of vinegar to three cups of water) before storing. This kills bacteria and mould spores, extending their shelf life.
- Egg Freshness Test: To check if eggs are still fresh, place them in a bowl of water. Fresh eggs will sink, while old ones will float.
Implement these clever hacks to maximise the freshness of your food and make the most of your groceries.
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