The rapid iteration of technology is changing our lives, and home appliances are no exception, some products that were once all the rage may have quietly disappeared from our lives in an inadvertent moment.
Home appliances, which were once all the rage, have now been replaced by new products and are no longer attracting people's attention. Let's take a look back and see how these changes have changed our lives.
With the improvement of the quality of life, household washing machines have become a must-have for every family. The intelligence of the washing machine is also constantly improving, from the earliest only washing function, to now adding the function of dehydration and drying integration, the intelligence of the washing machine has undoubtedly brought great convenience to our lives.
Although any technological advancement needs to go through some ups and downs, the washer-dryer is no exception. Ms. Lin still remembers that when her new house had just been renovated, she bought a new washer-dryer with great anticipation in order to get rid of the trouble of drying clothes.
This so-called high-tech product disappointed her because it was surprisingly slow to dry clothes, taking a full hour for a garment to dry, which is almost no different from the speed at which hand laundry is dried.
Ms. Lin complained that not only was the laundry always crumpled after drying, but also had serious quality problems, which bothered her. "
Ms. Lin complained: "I was very angry that several of my sweaters had shrunk and deformed after using its drying function. Although I have contacted the after-sales service, they could not give me a satisfactory solution, they suggested that I try to use low-temperature drying, but the low-temperature drying results are not satisfactory. ”
Ms. Li was similarly troubled. The washer-dryer she bought was not ideal for drying large laundry, often leaving wet marks and becoming moldy and smelly over time.
Originally, I wanted it to make life easier, but it turned out to be more strenuous to use than hand laundry. Ms. Li sighed.
In the face of all the inconveniences of the washing and drying machine, more and more consumers choose to use the "separate" washing and drying set, that is, the washing machine and dryer are used separately.
This not only improves the effectiveness of washing and drying, but also better protects the texture of the garment.
Although it is expensive, it has become the best solution for washing and drying for consumers who pursue a high quality of life. Television was once the core of countless families, and as an important companion to grow up, it witnessed the change of times.
For many older generations, televisions are still an integral part of their daily lives. They are accustomed to sitting in front of the TV at regular intervals every day, enjoying the information and entertainment that the television brings.
In this process, the sound of the TV becomes the background sound of their lives, accompanying them to enjoy the program while drinking tea.
Despite the ubiquity of advertising and the lack of ease of use, television sets still play an important role in their lives. For people of this age, TV is not only a tool for ** programs, but also a kind of life attitude and emotional sustenance, and a window for them to look back on the past.
With the change of times, the movie-watching habits of many young people have changed. They are more inclined to use mobile devices such as mobile phones and tablets to watch movies, and the halo of TV sets has gradually dimmed.
With the support of these devices, they have the freedom to choose what to do, without being tied down by their TV schedules. At the same time, games and social networks attract a lot of audiovisual time among young people, and televisions have gone from being the focal point of the home to being an insignificant ornament, existing only as a decoration in the room.
The role of the TV is changing from the "core" to the "periphery", indicating that the way people live and entertain is undergoing a profound change. Its former dominance in the home is gradually being replaced by new digital devices.
While television still serves some people, for most people, it is no longer a necessity. Although this transformation is taking place quietly, it is invariably a change in the lifestyle and interests of modern people.
The rise and fall of television has affected people of all ages. Just like the direct-cooling refrigerator used to be the mainstream of household refrigerators, using a compressor to circulate the refrigerant for refrigeration, but now, the trend of the times has changed, and this fact cannot be changed.
Although the direct cooling refrigerator has the advantages of good freezing effect and low power consumption, its serious frosting disadvantages cannot be ignored. After long-term use, a thick layer of frost will form on the inner wall of the direct cooling refrigerator, which will not only affect the appearance, but also reduce the freezing effect.
In retrospect, after three or four months of use, the walls of the old-fashioned direct-cooled refrigerator at home were covered with thick ice, which was deeply inconvenient.
The refrigerator door has been frozen, and the food cannot be taken out, so you can only cut off the power first and wait for the frost to melt before cleaning up. Refrigerator cleaning requires frequent use of a shovel and is very cumbersome.
Driven by technology, there are more and more types of refrigerators on the market, such as air-cooled refrigerators that use fans to circulate air supply to cool down. Not only that, but the freshness of air-cooled refrigerators also surpasses that of traditional direct-cooled refrigerators, which can better maintain the freshness and taste of food.
Although the direct cooling refrigerator can keep the vegetables fresh for a short time, it will soften after two days. In contrast, air-cooled refrigerators have quickly dominated the market by virtue of their ability to keep vegetables fresh for 4-5 days, making the sales of direct-cooled refrigerators drop sharply, and even close to withdrawing from the mainstream market.
Direct-cooled refrigerators, which can only be found in the accessories market and ultra-low-cost rental houses, are now on the verge of being eliminated and replaced by air-cooled refrigerators that have significant advantages in terms of freshness and frost-free.
This obsolescence is not to be regretted, because it is the inevitable result of technological progress and is what consumers generally want to see.
Although air-cooled refrigerators have the disadvantage of shriveled leaves, major manufacturers are trying to improve through technological innovation. In the future, with the advancement of science and technology, it is expected that more new models of refrigerators will appear, which may solve this problem and even make refrigerators thinner, lighter, and more energy-efficient.
Although we may be used to using direct-chilled refrigerators, as consumers, we should be open and inclusive, accepting and trying new products. Let's embrace the progress of science and technology and enjoy the convenience that the new model refrigerator brings us.
The microwave oven of the old days is still a novelty in the city, and it is a rare treasure in the countryside, and the people who own it are like rich people. I remember the appearance of the microwave oven, which was made of earthy yellow plastic and looked a little rough, and there was a round glass turntable that could rotate freely.
This big guy, which occupies a certain amount of space, is quietly placed in the corner of the kitchen. When it was gifted, it came with a thick cookbook with a variety of colorful dishes on the cover**, although I can't remember the exact dishes these days.
In the beginning, we threw all kinds of ingredients into this amazing kitchen machine, and then randomly pressed two buttons, one for time and one for fire, and had no idea what it could do.
At that time, we just regarded it as a novelty toy and show-off, and we didn't really see its practical value.
If you're the type of person who doesn't know how to cook or often uses takeout to solve their eating problems, then the microwave is definitely an ideal savior. It can help you easily heat up leftover meals and solve your hunger problem.
However, as the years went by, some of the shortcomings of the microwave oven began to gradually become apparent.
The characteristics of this appliance, as well as its appearance, seem a bit outdated. It can only be microwaved and can't provide baking or steaming, making your cooking options somewhat limited.
In addition, its silver or earthy yellow shell may not be in harmony with the overall décor style of your modern kitchen, not only taking up space, but also looking a little old.
Although the heating effect is relatively uneven, the food in the middle is easy to overheat, and the side may be cold, but this does not affect the overall taste of the food. Please be careful not to adjust the temperature arbitrarily when using it to avoid accidents.
With the continuous development of science and technology, the microwave oven is no longer the overlord in the kitchen, and has been replaced by more advanced kitchen appliances. For example, the micro-steaming and baking all-in-one machine integrates a variety of functions such as steaming, baking, and microwave, which is both space-saving and easy to use; The smart rice cooker can intelligently calculate the cooking time according to the amount of ingredients; The air fryer, on the other hand, is faster and more affordable, making cooking easier and more enjoyable.
Closing remarks: We don't have to be too afraid of the so-called "IQ tax", because choosing the right product for you is the most important thing. When you are troubled by your choice, you may wish to seek the advice of friends and family, which may give you a good inspiration.
In today's society with information overload, I hope we can all adhere to a rational and open attitude and find home appliances that truly improve the quality of life.