In the past few decades, there have been some home appliances that were once very popular and gradually disappeared from people's vision over time.
Why did these appliances suddenly disappear? Once you understand the reason, you don't think it's strange at all.
1. Fixed telephone
Fixed telephones, commonly known as landlines, used to be a very important way to communicate in homes and offices, but with the popularization of smartphones and WeChat, the use scenarios of fixed telephones are becoming fewer and fewer, and it is almost impossible to find traces in today's society.
2. DVD player
For example, the DVD player used to be one of the main carriers of home entertainment. Not only is it the primary way to stream movies, TV series, and music, but it can also be used as a data backup and storage tool. However, with the rapid development of digital media technology, DVD players and CDs have withdrawn from the stage of home entertainment.
The rise of digital media streaming services is one of the main reasons for the decline of DVD players. More and more people can stream their favorite movies and TV shows directly through streaming platforms. This internet-based service not only offers a richer selection of content, but also a convenient experience and high-quality HD video streaming. In addition, digital entertainment offers more personalized features such as movie recommendations, customized playlists, and cross-device syncing, enabling users to enjoy the entertainment experience better.
3. TV set-top box
TV set-top boxes are a very popular product in the majority of homes in the past, and they are usually used in conjunction with televisions, so that residents can watch most TV channels. However, with the popularity of wireless LAN and smart TV, TV set-top boxes have completely disappeared from the public eye, and it can be said that it has become a memory of an era.
4. Direct cooling refrigerator
If you have learned about refrigerators recently, you will find that there are actually fewer and fewer direct cooling refrigerators now. And it is also being replaced by some new air-cooled refrigerators. Therefore, it is recommended that you try not to buy a direct cooling refrigerator when buying a refrigerator. Don't be greedy for cheap prices, because many problems are inevitable.
The problem of frost can seriously affect the use. It didn't take long to look like a refrigerator, and it was full of frost. If it takes a long time, the refrigerator drawer will not be opened, which will seriously affect the use. And the refrigeration effect is also poor. I don't know if you have noticed that the freshness effect of the direct cooling refrigerator is actually quite poor, and there is often a problem of cross-flavor.
5. Fixed-frequency air conditioning
Because the use rate of air conditioning in the home is relatively high, the requirements for its comfort are indeed quite high. And fixed-frequency air conditioners are far inferior to inverter air conditioners in terms of comfort. At present, many manufacturers are mainly promoting inverter air conditioners and gradually eliminating fixed-frequency air conditioners. Therefore, when buying an air conditioner, I also recommend that you choose an inverter air conditioner.
Because the market stock of fixed-frequency air conditioners is too small, it may lead to troublesome after-sales maintenance. Since it is gradually being phased out, its repair parts may become more and more expensive. And its comfort is too low, blowing at the same frequency all the time, very uncomfortable. This is especially easy to cause colds, especially in the bedroom, and you don't dare to turn on the air conditioner at night.
6. Water dispenser
Nowadays, there are fewer and fewer people using traditional water dispensers in their homes. The water dispenser that was once popular in every household has gradually faded out of the family and has been eliminated. So if you want to buy drinking water equipment, don't buy a traditional water dispenser.
Traditional water dispensers are easy to nourish bacteria. Due to the long-term storage of water and heating inside, it is inevitable that bacteria will be nourished. We also know that the inside of the water dispenser cannot be cleaned by itself, and there is no replaceable filter element. The temperature of the boiling water is also difficult to control, and we can only drink cold water or boiled water, which makes it difficult to achieve the water we need at the right temperature.
The above several household appliances that have been eliminated or are being eliminated are for your reference when purchasing. When buying household appliances, you should choose the household appliances that are commonly used at present, do not choose appliances that are about to be eliminated, and do not blindly follow the trend.