Does a Dryer Really Need Apps? [Chatroom]

There’s a good old-fashioned knob on the front of Whirlpool’s new Duet washer and dryer pair. But there’s also a little LCD screen right next to it. The screen helps you digitally dial in the settings, and it includes a “built-in suite of Laundry Apps.” More »

Space-Saving Kitchen Appliance Cubes Fit Together Like Lego [Appliances]

If you’re stuck with a small kitchen, you can usually save space with multi-purpose appliances that embody the jack of all trades, master of none spirit. Or, you can wait until October when Princess’ brilliant Compact4All stackable kitchen appliances finally hit the market. More »

Compak’s Juicers Are What the Jetsons Would Have Used [Daily Desired]

It’s so nice to have a delicious glass of freshly juice at your disposal any time of day. And it’s even better when it comes from a cute, compact package like Compak’s Fruit Juicers. More »

Breville YouBrew Review: Excellent, Expensive, Safe for Idiots (Like Me) [Lightning Review]

Confession: I can tolerate some pretty mediocre coffee. I’m sipping a K-Cup right now. I grew up in the south drinking Waffle House coffee that had scorched on a hot plate since the last shift. And Waffle House was considered “the good stuff.” More »

This Beautiful Design Finally Fulfills the Washer’s Round-Machine Destiny [Wish You Were Here]

Could sharp, pointy corners and box-like form factors join faux-wood finishes in the industrial design graveyard? Bauknecht, Whirlpool’s European brand, has collaborated with German designer Arman Emami to create this stunning round washing machine that looks like it belongs front and center in your living room—not your basement. More »

The Harder You Press, the Faster This Food Processor Chops [Appliances]

As beautiful as Kenwood’s CH250 food processor will look on your kitchen counters with its brushed die-cast steel finish, it’s not all about appearances. Inside you’ll find a set of four stainless steel blades instead of just two, powered by a 500 watt motor that should in theory chop and crush in half the time. More »

Five Zone Wine Cooling Fridge Packs Months of Liquid Dinners [Appliances]

Imagine having a miniature grocery store in your kitchen. That’s seemingly what Liebheer is promising with its new 48-inch wide SBS 246 side-by-side fridge. It’s got five separate cooling zones for keeping all your food at the perfect temperature, and even a wine cooler that can hold up to 34 bottles. The only thing missing is a dedicated staff to keep it perpetually stocked. More »

A Waffle Maker To Help You Through a Lifetime of Hangovers [Daily Desired]

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Especially after a night of drinking. And those often bleak mornings will be made better after you’ve eaten to soak up all the alcohol—like waffles. For that of course you need a waffle iron, and no shock that All-Clad has a really good offering. More »

Prepara Dressing Whiz Is a Tiny Blender For Your Salad Dressings [Gadgets]

For a lot of us, salad dressing is fine store bought and carelessly shaken before application, maybe by being dropped on the floor. But if you have more discerning tastes, and prefer to blend some dressing up fresh, the Prepara Dressing Whiz can help you out. More »

Take Coffee Making Into Your Own Hands With These Sleek Unplugged Coffee Makers [Kitchen]

If you’re into the whole pour-over coffee thing, and are looking for a brewer that fits into your kitchen by looking suspiciously like a standard drip-brewer, the Unplugged Coffee Maker is right up your alley. More »