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New AI toilet camera scans waste for hydration and gut insights
Kohler has introduced Dekoda, a $599 AI-powered toilet-mounted camera designed to monitor users’ health by analyzing waste samples. The device tracks hydration, gut health, and detects traces of blood using discreet optics that focus solely on the toilet contents, ensuring user privacy. It mounts easily on most toilet rims without tools and includes fingerprint authentication for multi-user households. Health data is encrypted end-to-end and managed through the Kohler Health app, which provides trend tracking, health scores, and notifications of irregularities. The device operates on a rechargeable battery lasting about a week and supports USB-C charging. Dekoda represents Kohler’s entry into the digital health market under its new wellness division, aiming to integrate medical-grade insights into daily routines. While not a replacement for medical testing, it serves as an early warning tool to prompt users to consult healthcare professionals if needed. The product requires a subscription for ongoing AI analysis, costing between $70 and $156 annually. Positioned in the premium segment, Dekoda
IoTAIhealth-monitoringsmart-devicesprivacywearable-technologydigital-healthKohler unveils a camera for your toilet
Kohler has introduced the Dekoda, a $599 camera designed to attach to your toilet bowl and capture images of its contents. The device analyzes these images to provide insights into gut health, hydration levels, and potentially detect the presence of blood. Equipped with a rechargeable battery, USB connection, and a fingerprint sensor for user identification, the Dekoda aims to offer personalized health monitoring. Shipments are set to begin on October 21, 2025, with an additional subscription fee ranging from $70 to $156 required for ongoing service. Addressing privacy concerns, Kohler assures users that the Dekoda’s sensors only view inside the toilet bowl and nowhere else, and that all collected data is protected with end-to-end encryption. This product reflects a growing trend in health technology that leverages imaging and data analysis for personal wellness, joining other companies exploring similar approaches to monitoring digestive health through stool analysis.
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Amazon has acquired Bee, an AI wearables startup known for its affordable, Fitbit-like bracelet and Apple Watch app that continuously records ambient audio to assist users with reminders and to-do lists. Bee’s device, priced at $49.99 plus a $19 monthly subscription, aims to create a “cloud phone” experience by mirroring users’ phone notifications and accounts, enabling seamless personal assistance. The company emphasizes providing a personal, ambient intelligence that acts as a trusted companion, helping users reflect and remember without feeling intrusive. While AI-enabled wearables have struggled to gain traction, Bee’s lower price point may attract more consumers willing to experiment with such technology. However, these devices raise significant privacy and security concerns due to their constant recording capabilities. Bee states that users can delete their data anytime, and audio recordings are not stored or used for AI training, though the app retains learned user data to function effectively. The company also plans to enhance privacy by developing on-device AI processing. It remains uncertain how Amazon will
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