Can an air fryer understand multiple voice commands and automate cooking? This device can identify food, never needs Wi-Fi; know how it works

An air fryer can understand and recognise more than 100 food-types and automates cooking through voice commands. It does not need Wi-Fi or a smartphone app. The product was developed by IAI Smart and named Emerson SmartVoice Air Fryer. It is a product that can reportedly handle 1,000 voice commands without requiring an internet connection or an app.

People who use it can choose from six cooking functions or use eight touch presets. According to the company, all voice commands are processed locally, no cloud storage is done, and no tracking or data collection also happens.

How does the technology work?

It has a capacity of 5.3 quarts. The main feature is that the voice control allows users to operate the appliance without relying on a Wi-Fi connection or a separate smartphone app.


The product is designed to recognise more than 100 food types. It can select time and temperature based on the food identified. It reduces the need for users to adjust settings on their own.

It has mainly six functions, which includes air fry, bake, dehydrate, broil, reheat and keep warm.

The product has a 5.3-quart capacity, which makes it suitable for everyday household cooking.

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What about the privacy concerns?

With this technology, many even debated about the privacy issues. Addressing those issues, the company stated that voice processing takes place directly on the device. The system does not need cloud-based processing. The company also claims that it avoids cloud storage and online tracking for voice commands.

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What is the price?

According to Homepage News, the retail price for the 5.3-quart model is reportedly $129.99.

The product was announced for the US market, with sales through Emerson Smart. The retailers included Amazon, Walmart, Target and Best Buy. The product is best fit for people who are looking for convenient, app-free smart kitchen appliances with better technology.