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title: "A New Generation of Machines Supports Mobile App Control"
locale: "en"
language: "en-HK"
published: "2015-01-07T11:39:09+08:00"
updated: "2026-03-17T23:06:30.199Z"
canonical: "https://accordhk.com/blog/a-new-generation-of-machines-supports-mobile-app-control-256"
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# A New Generation of Machines Supports Mobile App Control

As smart homes become more popular, machines and smartphones are becoming more closely connected. A recently unveiled Wi-Fi coffee machine offers app control and notifications, while proximity-sensing technology brings further convenience.

## In brief

Mobile apps allow users to control coffee machines and receive readiness and refill notifications. The article also describes recently introduced proximity-sensing technology that uses built-in signals to control machines without manual app operation.

Smart homes are becoming increasingly popular, and smartphones have become an essential part of everyday life. Everyone wants to be able to do everything on their phone, placing far greater importance on it than on a computer.Internet-connected coffee machines are nothing new, but a company recently unveiled a coffee machine that supports Wi-Fi and can also be controlled through[ an app ](<https://www.accordhk.com/>).

Users can use the app to control the machine to make a simple coffee. The built-in coffee bean grinder sends a push notification when it is ready to users. The coffee machine’s [companion apps](</services/#apps>) support [Android and iOS](<https://www.accordhk.com/app-developers/>) and remind users when beans or water need to be added.。

This shows that machines and smartphones are becoming more closely connected. Beyond simply using an app to send commands to a machine, they can also exchange notifications, allowing users to respond immediately and understand the machine’s status.

Another recently introduced technology removes the need for users to use an app to operate machines manually. By simply using a [proximity-sensing app](<https://www.accordhk.com/mobile-app-development/>), built-in signals can control the machine, allowing users to enjoy the convenience of technology whenever they need it.

## Frequently asked questions

### What can users do with the coffee machine’s app?

Users can control the machine to make a simple coffee. They can also receive notifications when the built-in grinder is ready and reminders to add beans or water.

### Which platforms do the companion apps support?

The coffee machine’s companion apps support Android and iOS.

### How does the article describe the connection between machines and smartphones?

The connection extends beyond sending commands from an app to a machine. Machines and smartphones can also exchange notifications, helping users respond immediately and understand the machine’s status.

### How does the proximity-sensing technology control machines?

The article describes a proximity-sensing app that uses built-in signals to control machines. This removes the need for users to operate the machine manually through an app.