Ever discovered moldy strawberries or blueberries in your fridge? A groundbreaking invention from Enschede-based company OneThird promises to make that a thing of the past.
OneThird's innovative scanner precisely predicts how long fruit will stay fresh. Retailers and growers can now decide whether to discount items early or repurpose them into smoothies. Consumers benefit too, avoiding quick-spoiling fruit like unripe avocados. The technology is currently under development.
Soon, consumers will access this via smartphones. Like an X-ray, it uses infrared light to scan the fruit's interior, comparing it against a database to gauge exact freshness.
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