Samsung’s Smart Felt Basket prototype features:

• Inventory Tracking: RFID scans items placed inside
• Climate Control: Mini humidifiers maintain ideal conditions
• Auto-Reordering: Integrates with Amazon Dash

“Imagine your laundry basket texting when detergent runs low,” says product lead Joon-ho Kim. Emerging tech includes:

• Self-Cleaning: UV-C light embedded in fibers
• Charging Stations: Conductive wool powers devices
• Gesture Control: Wave to open motorized lids

Privacy concerns remain, with 62% of consumers wary of data-collecting storage in EU surveys.