Is this toilet smart or just creepy?
2012 12 20

By Charlie Osborne | SmartPlanet.com



What if your toilet kept track of what you do?

That’s the idea behind the Lixil Satis toilet, which takes things a step further from heated seats or integrated showers to keep your bottom nice and clean. Hailing from Japan (there’s a surprise…), the Satis toilet connects with your smartphone to not only keep an eye on your daily habits, but also to allow you to control its functions without touching the toilet.

What sort of functions does this smart toilet have? Tap the hose on the accompanying Android app, and via Bluetooth your toilet will extend it for you. Scroll to lift the seat or flush once you’re finished.

Oh, and if you prefer to listen to music while in the bathroom, have no fear. The toilet’s inbuilt stereo can make sure you’re listening to your favorite tunes while doing the necessary.

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