Suri Core 1.0 review: Finally, an affordable toothbrush with some sustainable credentials
THE SO WHAT
Consumer hardware that leads with price and sustainability—not smart features—shows there’s still room for focused, non-AI products in crowded categories. If you're building devices, be explicit about where AI adds real utility versus where cost and environmental story are the actual wedge.
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