Beyond Reflection: Smart Mirrors in The Internet of Things Era

Abstract

As intelligent systems continue to proliferate across various sectors, there's a growing trend towards integrating these technologies into commonplace items, even extending to public spaces and educational institutions. Traditional smart mirrors, such as 3D and salon variants, offer advanced functionalities but are often costly and limited to commercial settings. This paper introduces the development of an intelligent mirror tailored for public spaces and educational institutions, leveraging the versatility and affordability of the Raspberry Pi platform. The proposed intelligent mirror utilizes a Raspberry Pi. When operational, the system connects to the network via WiFi, accessing weather forecasts, dressing indices, time, date, and other essential information from designated API endpoints. This data is then seamlessly displayed on an integrated plasma display. This intelligent mirror boasts compact dimensions, user-friendly operation, and cost-effectiveness, making it an ideal fit for public spaces and educational institutions. Its diverse range of functionalities, including weather forecasting, time/date display, news updates, and note-taking capabilities, enhances its utility and addresses the varied needs of users in these environments.