LeafyPod: The Smart Planter That Keeps Your Plants Thriving with AI-Powered Care
A groundbreaking solution for neglectful plant owners has emerged at the CES 2025. The LeafyPod smart planter is set to revolutionise the way we care for our indoor greenery, potentially putting an end to the all-too-common "ficus funerals."
Designed to address the challenges faced by those struggling to keep their plants alive, the LeafyPod introduces a new level of intelligence to plant care. By leveraging AI technology, this innovative planter enables plants to communicate their needs directly to their owners, ensuring they receive the right amount of sunlight, water, and humidity.
The LeafyPod, initially launched on Kickstarter, is now available for pre-order. This smart planter empowers plant owners by allowing their botanical companions to request additional care through a mobile app. Whether it's a cry for more water, sunlight, or adjustments in humidity levels, the LeafyPod ensures that plants can express their requirements effectively.
Upon downloading the LeafyPod app, users can select the plant species in the planter, enabling the device to learn the plant's specific care needs. Through a series of watering cycles, the smart planter adapts to the plant's reactions and creates an optimal watering schedule. Additionally, it provides alerts for necessary adjustments such as increased light exposure or relocation due to temperature changes.
The LeafyPod boasts a water reservoir capable of sustaining the plant for up to four weeks, making it an ideal solution for plant care during vacations or extended absences. Priced at US$140, this sleek and intelligent planter is currently available for pre-order, with shipments expected to commence in the upcoming spring season.
LeafyPod, an AI-powered technology enables plants to communicate their care needs
Water reservoir can sustain plants for up to four weeks
Priced at US$140 and available for pre-order, shipping in spring 2025
Source: CNET