And what if the true culinary revolution didn’t come from a new appliance but from those already integrated into our kitchens, like the oven? Household appliances are becoming increasingly intelligent, fast, and autonomous, to the point of redefining our habits. According to the Daily Mail, major brands are now betting on connected systems capable of optimizing cooking with little effort. In this context, the air fryer could well lose its appeal to more comprehensive alternatives.
The Smart Oven Trend
From now on, the oven has evolved far beyond its traditional function, integrating technologies that speed up cooking while controlling energy consumption. New models rely on sensors, cameras, and automatic programs capable of adjusting settings in real time. The appliance can, for example, adjust the temperature if a dish browns too quickly or suggest an appropriate cooking mode after identifying the food.
Some current models already illustrate this evolution. The Haier ID Series 6 oven, for example, can recognize dishes thanks to an integrated camera. Meanwhile, Bosch, with its Series 8, focuses on an advanced touchscreen interface and an integrated digital control ring into the glass, facilitating smart adjustments. Furthermore, other devices go even further by embedding remote monitoring via an app.
An Oven That Significantly Reduces Cooking Times
This rising capability turns the oven into a true multifunction device. By incorporating functions similar to an air fryer, it manages to reproduce fast and even cooking thanks to optimized hot-air circulation, while preserving its large capacity. For example, models like Smeg Omnichef illustrate this trend well with combination modes capable of significantly reducing cooking times.
Meanwhile, some ovens, such as Fisher & Paykel, already offer remote-controlled connected functions, reinforcing the idea of a central appliance capable of replacing several kitchen devices. Thus, this versatility also responds to a shift in usage: kitchens aim to be more streamlined, with fewer visible appliances and more integrated functionalities. The result? A single oven can today roast, grill, and cook quickly, all while optimizing energy consumption.
A Connected and Increasingly Autonomous Kitchen
Finally, beyond the oven, it is the entire kitchen that enters a new technological era. Communicating induction hobs, utensils equipped with sensors, and assisted cooking systems: the equipment now interacts with one another to automate everyday gestures.
Moreover, some systems are also capable of adjusting heating power or synchronizing several appliances without human intervention. This drive toward automation makes daily cooking smoother while ensuring consistent results. The air fryer could thus gradually lose appeal in the face of even more intelligent ovens.
