Rain Bird wants you to wag your phone at your sprinklers
A new patent from Rain Bird hints at a future where you control your sprinklers with a phone gesture, changing how backyards and gardens get watered.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Food Culture
Key points
- Rain Bird filed a patent for a smart sprinkler system that uses location awareness and gesture controls.
- The technology could allow users to direct water flow with their smartphone or hand gestures, increasing water efficiency.
- This innovation has potential applications for home gardening and small-scale food production, making it easier to grow produce with less water waste.
- A patent filing is a record of an idea, not a confirmation of a future product, but it indicates the company's research direction.
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