From Narcissus to Netflix: The Secret History and Surprising Science of the Smart Mirror

Published on July 9, 2025, 12:36 p.m.

It began, as so many stories do, with a reflection in a pool of water. The young hunter Narcissus, captivated by his own image,…

From Victorian Gears to Voice Commands: The Secret History and Science of Your Smart Faucet

Published on July 9, 2025, 10:03 a.m.

Let’s begin not in a pristine, modern kitchen, but in the grimy, industrial heart of Rotherham, England, circa 1845. Here, in t…