5 Ways to Smarten Up Your Kitchen

POPSUGAR Photography | Julia Sperling
POPSUGAR Photography | Julia Sperling
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If there's a way to make life easier, we're all for it, and in the kitchen, shortcuts are especially valuable. These five smart additions put technology to the test in the best way possible.

Amazon Echo
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Amazon Echo

Whether you fancy yourself a serious chef, family cook, or takeout aficionado, keeping an Amazon Echo ($65, originally $100) in the kitchen to answer questions and entertain is a no-brainer.

Meater Smart Meat Thermometer
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Meater Smart Meat Thermometer

No more hovering over the grill or stovetop. This smart thermometer ($69) connects to an app so you can track dinner progress from wherever you and your phone may be.

Samsung Refrigerator With Family Hub
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Samsung Refrigerator With Family Hub

When does a refrigerator do more than keep your food cold? When it also tracks your family's schedules, displays photos, and serves as a (super) smart kitchen command center ($2,199).

Samsung Galaxy View2
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Samsung Galaxy View2

Avoid greasing up your cookbook library by pulling up your recipes on a sleek tablet ($740). Let it serenade you with some favorite tunes while you're at it.

Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Coffee Maker
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Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Coffee Maker

This makes so much sense: one coffee maker ($76), two options. You can choose from single-serve pods when you're sipping solo or prep an entire pot.