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Embrace the art of cooking smarter, not harder, with an app that empowers seasoned \nchefs and kitchen novices. Join our vibrant community of home cooks and embark on a journey \ntoward culinary mastery. \n \nCOOK SMARTER, NOT HARDER \nAt CHEF iQ®, we believe in simplifying the cooking process while enhancing your confidence \nin the kitchen. Our app is meticulously crafted to guide you through every step, ensuring that \nevery meal you create is worth sharing. \n \nCOOK CONTROL \nTake command of your CHEF iQ® smart cooking appliances effortlessly. With real-time \nmonitoring and notifications, stay in control of your culinary creations no matter where you are. \n \nTIMES & TEMPS \nUnlock thousands of pre-programmed control settings to achieve optimal results with ease. From \nprecise cooking times to ideal temperatures, our app provides the guidance you need to cook like \na pro. \n \nGUIDED COOKING RECIPES \nDelve into a treasure trove of expertly curated recipes seamlessly integrated with CHEF iQ® \nappliances. With step-by-step instructions and professional videos, discover new culinary \ndelights and master your favorite dishes with confidence. \n \nSHOP FOR INGREDIENTS \nFound a recipe you love but are missing a few key ingredients? No problem. Schedule a delivery \nthrough our Instacart integration and have everything you need at your doorstep in as little as one \nhour. \n \nFAVORITES \nSave your favorite recipes and cooking configurations for easy access. Track your culinary \nadventures and revisit past successes with just a tap. \n \nAPPLIANCE SHARING \nShare the joy of cooking with friends and family by inviting them to collaborate on your culinary \ncreations. With appliance sharing, cooking becomes a communal experience like never before. \n \nCOMMUNITY OF COOKS \nEngage with fellow chefs, share your thoughts on recipes, and glean valuable tips from our \ngrowing community. Together, we can inspire and support each other on our culinary journeys. \n \nOVER THE AIR UPDATES \nStay ahead of the curve by constantly improving the CHEF iQ® cooking experience. With over-\nthe-air updates, you'll always have the latest features and enhancements. \n \nDiscover the full suite of CHEF iQ® smart cooking appliances, each designed to streamline your \ncooking process and unlock new culinary possibilities: \n \nSMART COOKER \nThe most capable cooker ever created. \n- Pressure & multi-cooker \n- Auto pressure release \n- 6-quart capacity \n- 1000s of presets \n-Built-in scale \n \nSMART THERMOMETER \nNever over or undercook your food again. \n- Speaker for audio alerts \n- Ambient alerts for temperature fluctuations \n- Live Graph display \n- Unlimited range connectivity over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth \n- Auto-calibrating sensors measure food's true lowest temp \n- Fast-charging hub \n \n \niQ MINI OVEN \nMeal prep made easy for everyone. \n- Bake, air fry, toast, dehydrate, air sous vide, and more \n- Smart Thermometer interconnectivity \n- Guided rack lighting \n- Heavy-duty glide racks \n- Natural LED lighting \n- Soft-close door \n \nReady to embark on your culinary adventure? Download the CHEF iQ® app today and join our \ncommunity of passionate home cooks. Let's cook up something extraordinary together! \n \nsupport@chefiq.com \nhttps://chefiq.com/ \nhttps://www.tiktok.com/@mychefiq \nhttps://www.instagram.com/mychefiq","facts":{"developer_id":1278407317,"developer_url":null,"first_released":"2020-02-21T08:00:00Z","support_url":null,"privacy_url":null,"website_url":null,"app_version":"5.5.2","release_notes":"We changed up our recipe a bit to make your home cooking experience even smarter. 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