Dubbed the "smart milk jug," Milkmaid is a unique home appliance that notifies the user via SMS text when its content is low or the milk has gone bad. The jug is embedded with high-tech features such as sensors, GSM radio module, antenna, SIM card and a rechargeable battery.

A concept winner for the GE and Quirky contest, the device will work with an app that connects to the Milkmaid to provide instant stats about the milk, such as temperature, expiration date and how much milk is left. The app can also suggest recipes for regular and spoiled milk, and allow users to re-order milk via online grocery delivery services.

Product development company Quirky recently completed the design and engineering phase of the working prototype. If there's a demand for the product, Milkmaid could be made available for purchase.

Image courtesy of GE Reports

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