Reducing Food Waste and the Mental Energy of Daily Meals with One Convenient App

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Cook Smarts LLC, a customizable meal planning service with a focus on food waste reduction, released a new iOS mobile app in the Apple Store. After twelve years of helping families around the world put home-cooked meals on the table with their online platform, Cook Smarts has made it even easier to plan, shop, prep, cook, and use up leftovers every week.

On the company’s new milestone, Cook Smarts Founder Jess Dang said, “We have a deep understanding of how to support busy home cooks, and we are so excited that the AppStore is going to allow us to help more people achieve their food and food budget goals in 2025.”

Every feature of the Cook Smarts app demonstrates the company’s understanding of what home cooks need. Their service prioritizes efficiency and weeknight doability, relieving the mental load of meal planning while keeping the satisfaction of cooking dinners that burst with flavor. Included in the app’s features are:

Streamlined meal plans uploaded every ThursdayGluten-free, paleo, and vegetarian versions of every mealRecipe library that is searchable with filters and ingredient keywordsCustom meal plans utilizing the recipe libraryEfficient ingredient usage to reduce food wasteInnovative leftover suggestions and freezing instructionsAuto-populating grocery lists that are organized by store sectionsWeekend prep tips with shelf-life time framesSmart nutrition facts that list macro nutrients per ingredient and include Weight Watchers points

For more information about Cook Smarts and how it can make daily life so much easier, please visit cooksmarts.com.

About Cook Smarts LLC: Founded in 2012, Cook Smarts is a woman-owned meal planning service that solves the daily puzzle of getting nutritious, delicious, and affordable meals on the table every day. The company grew out of founder Jess Dang’s passion for helping people live healthier lives through food. Cook Smarts addresses the time and energy barriers that many families face by delivering accessible, efficient, and diverse weekly meal plans that build confidence in the kitchen. With educational online resources and users from around the world, Cook Smarts helps thousands of families eat better every year.

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Yarbo, the innovative company redefining outdoor automation, is excited to announce its participation at CES 2025. Yarbo will be showcasing its cutting-edge lineup of outdoor robotic solutions, including the latest versions of its Lawnmower, Blower, and Snow Blower modules equipped with the Smart Assist Module. Media and attendees are invited to experience first-hand how Yarbo continues to push the boundaries of convenience, technology, and performance in outdoor tools.

After capturing significant buzz during its debut at CES last year, Yarbo is excited to return for its second showcase at the world’s largest tech event. Building on the excitement and feedback from 2024, Yarbo has rededicated itself to refining its products with a focus on enhanced functionality, cutting-edge design, and user-centric upgrades. CES 2025 provides the perfect platform for Yarbo to unveil these innovations, underscoring its commitment to delivering best-in-class outdoor automation solutions.

Yarbo’s Core and modules have gone through major upgrades and feature enhancements designed to make the painful outdoor tasks or blowing, cutting and clearing effortless and enjoyable, no matter the season. New upgrades include:

The Lawnmower, Blower, and Smart Assist Module now feature a sleeker and more functional design, reflecting Yarbo’s dedication to aesthetics and practicality.Yarbo introduces an innovative “follow me” mode that uses visual tracking technology to follow you wherever you go, ideal for covering large areas effortlessly.With the ability to tow loads of up to 3,500 lbs, Yarbo is ideal for heavy-duty tasks such as hauling garden debris, moving equipment, or towing small trailers. It’s more than just a tool—it’s a powerful outdoor workhorse.Yarbo’s interchangeable antennas (short for summer and long for snowy winters) and easily switchable tracks make it perfectly adaptable for mowing, blowing, and snow-clearing, with track changes taking just five minutes.The new Yarbo Data Center, powered by Halow technology, delivers a more stable and wide-ranging connection, elevating your connectivity experience.

These advancements help to solidify Yarbo’s position as a leader and innovator in outdoor automation, offering robust solutions for year-round use.

CES attendees can experience Yarbo’s innovative outdoor automation solutions in person at CES Unveiled on Sunday, January 5th, at Mandalay Bay (5-8:30 PM), Showstoppers, Bellagio Hotel, Tuesday January 7th, (6-9:30 PM), or visit Yarbo’s booth on the CES Show Floor at the Venetian Expo, Halls A-D, Booth #51562. To learn more or arrange a product demonstration with Yarbo, please contact our media team.

Don’t miss the chance to see how Yarbo is transforming outdoor chores into smart, effortless experiences. Come see us at CES 2025 Pepcom, and discover why Yarbo is the ultimate outdoor companion.

For more information on Yarbo, please visit www.yarbo.com

About Yarbo

Yarbo is the world’s first multi-purpose yard robot, designed to meet over 20 kinds of yard care demands such as snow blowing, lawn mowing, leaf blowing and more. The fully autonomous robot’s core features include all-season yard maintenance, a modular design, data connectivity capabilities, wireless charging, smart route planning, app control  and remote control and next-generation smart obstacle avoidance with patented precise positioning and navigation technology. This together provides yard enthusiasts with versatile and easy-to-use options for a stress-free, hands-free yard care experience. Established in 2015, Yarbo’s mission is to create value and positively impact people’s lives by being the world’s leading provider of intelligent outdoor equipment.

For additional media inquiries, please contact:

Kathy Zhang
Media Team | Yarbo
media@yarbo.com

Let us know if you’d like to schedule a meeting or receive further information!

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Govee, a global leader in smart ambient lighting, has partnered with International Data Corporation (IDC) to release a whitepaper, “The Next Era of Smart Lighting: Transforming Daily Life with Colors.” The report highlights how advancements in smart lighting, such as scene creation and customizable profiles, are revolutionizing home environments by offering greater immersion, energy efficiency, and personalized experiences.

According to IDC’s 2024-2028 forecast, global shipments of smart lighting devices will surpass $5 billion by 2028, driven by consumer demand for intuitive, energy-efficient, and aesthetically versatile solutions. Smart lighting not only enhances functionality but also promotes well-being through technologies like circadian lighting systems, which mimic natural light cycles to improve sleep and reduce stress.

Govee are advancing smart lighting with technologies such as RGBICWW and proprietary LumenBlend™, seamlessly blending warm white and dynamic colors for a refined experience. Govee’s smart lighting combines visually striking designs with effortless customization through with Dreamview technology, tailoring lighting to users’ moods, schedules, and daily preferences.

Govee is dedicated to enhancing every corner of the home and Bring Color to Daily Life with vibrant ambient lighting. By creating connections with users on both practical and emotional levels, Govee strives to make everyday moments more vibrant and enjoyable. 

“As demand for personalized home experiences grows, Govee leads in smart ambient lighting innovation,” said Eric Wu, CEO of Govee. “Available in 80+ countries with 30M+ app installs, we empower users with intuitive solutions to inspire creativity, enhance well-being, and enrich daily life.”

At CES 2025, Govee will showcase its latest innovations at the Venetian Expo, booth #51916, demonstrating how smart lighting transforms everyday moments into vibrant experiences.

About Govee

Govee has been revolutionizing the smart living experience since 2017, with innovative, efficient, and hassle-free ambient lighting solutions for the entire home. Embracing the idea that “Lights Can Be Fun,” Govee is committed to bringing vibrant ambient lighting to every corner of the home, to fostering connections with users on both practical and emotional levels, and to making everyday moments brighter and more enjoyable.

About IDC

International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. With more than 1,300 analysts worldwide, IDC offers global, regional, and local expertise on technology, IT benchmarking and sourcing, and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries. IDC’s analysis and insight helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community to make fact-based technology decisions and to achieve their key business objectives. Founded in 1964, IDC is a wholly owned subsidiary of International Data Group (IDG), the world’s leading tech media, data, and marketing services company. To learn more about IDC, please visit www.idc.com. Follow IDC on Twitter at @IDC and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the IDC Blog for industry news and insights.

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