Not even air conditioning is safe from the power of the internet of things-- the Aros is a wifi-enabled window AC unit featuring Nest-style "smart" sensors and app-based functionality.
A co-development between Quirky and General Electric, the Aros features a minimalist design in pristine white (as all smart versions of once humble appliances demand) and on-board temperature and humidity sensors. A geolocation feature within the smartphone app allows it to detect when home owners are in or out of the house, automatically turning off when home owners leave and switching back on once they return.
A "smart schedule" feature monitors usage patterns to generate optimal cooling schedules, and the system can even regulate energy consumption based on budget available.