Covid-19 has confined us indoors, with the home becoming the world for many of us. Working from home has become the de facto standard for most; keeping in touch with friends and family virtually is the norm these days; and watching a movie now means curling up in front of the television with some popcorn. If the mobile phone has become our lifesaver in these strange times, the television has found new uses—besides entertaining us, it often becomes a virtual platform for family get-togethers and connecting with friends over video calls. Being forced into a sedentary lifestyle means we need to exercise indoors to stay fit, and, of course, keep a check on our vitals. And, if we do need to step out, wouldn’t it be great if we could disinfect our clothes with the click of a button?
A look at five categories of devices which can make our lives easier in these unusual times.
