The Innovia Automatic Paper Towel Dispenser installs underneath cabinetry. Affording hands-free operation, the gadget distributes paper towels with only a wave of the hand. Brian is the author of two ...

I'm someone who is always on the lookout for new and exciting products to try in my home, especially when it comes to smart home devices. I've tested out many indoor cameras, sensors, robot vacuums, ...

Build a better paper towel dispenser, and the world will beat a path to your door. That, at any rate, is the hope of John Erdman, a dedicated problem solver who’s good with his hands and has an eye ...

Editor’s Note: This article previously appeared in a different format as part of The Atlantic’s Notes section, retired in 2021. The toilet is the ultimate venue of control. It’s where you start to ...

Over the past few years, public bathrooms have been invaded by motion-activated faucets, soap dispensers, and hand dryers. At the sink, I spend half my time moving my hands in various positions, ...