What is a Smart Mirror?

A good Mirror is an interactive mirror that is embedded with digital displays and technologies like sensors, cameras, and speakers to provide additional functionality beyond basic reflection. At its core, a good Mirror combines standard mirror functionality with digital displays and connectivity capabilities.

Hardware Components

Most good Mi Smart Mirror consist of a LCD or LED display embedded behind a one-way mirror or glass panel. This allows the display to be visible while still maintaining mirrored functionality. Common hardware components include:

- Display: LCD, LED, or e-ink screen concealed behind mirror surface. Displays range from small notification screens to full HD displays.

- Processor: Raspberry Pi or equivalent single-board computer to run good Mirror software and applications.

- Sensors: Motion sensors, proximity sensors, cameras to detect and interact with users. Popular choices include PiCam for cameras and PIR sensors for motion.

- Speakers: Small speakers integrated to play alerts, news bulletins, or responses to voice commands.

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