In this age of modern technology, you’d be hard-pressed to find anybody who isn’t attached to a smart device. From smartphones to smartwatches–even smart clothing–everybody is already aware of how these devices make our lives a lot easier.
If you are the type of guy who owns these kinds of devices, why not consider expanding the reach of your smart devices to your home? There are a ton of smart devices that have been developed for residential spaces that can make your home life much easier as well.
Here are a few gadgets you can consider getting to turn your home into a smart home.
Thermostat
If you’re looking to upgrade anything in your home, consider upgrading your thermostat. By switching to a smart thermostat like the ecobee4 Smart Thermostat, you can lower your heating and cooling costs and save money. The ecobee4 Smart Thermostat comes with a room sensor, which detects occupancy and can manage hot and cold spots. Amazon Alexa is also integrated into the device, so the device is able to recognize voice commands.
Smoke Detector
Apart from providing real-time notifications when it detects smoke or fire, installing a smart smoke detector like The Nest Protect can also do more when integrated with other smart home devices. Plus if you plan on taking out home insurance from Allstate, they can even knock a few dollars off your monthly premium; discounts are given to homeowners who have updated fire prevention systems.
Lighting
Lighting is another aspect of your home that you can save costs on by switching to a smart version. Smart LED light bulbs can be installed in all rooms, or just one room or appliance. Using WiFi, the smart bulbs can be operated through your smartphone. You can then change the intensity, color, and even set a timer to have it turn off automatically.
Smart Plug
Not everybody has the means to buy expensive smart home devices (although not all smart home devices are pricey), but that doesn’t mean you have to live in the Dark Ages. With the WeMo Mini Smart Plug, you can transform your existing electronic devices into smart devices. If you have Google Assistant, Alexa, or an Apple Home Kit, you can now control any device plugged into the WeMo Smart Plug using your voice or the corresponding app.
Smart Speaker
All the rage that voice-activated assistance is getting nowadays is justified; they really do streamline your home experience by acting as your very own secretary, entertainer, and knowledge base. The Google Home Mini is a simplified version of most smart speakers; it does the job without all the frills, and at an affordable price point.
Home Security
Nest is a brand that has really grown to become a recognizable name for smart home devices. Their security camera is no stranger to this recognition. The Nest Cam Outdoor is weather-proof, runs on electricity instead of batteries, and has a wide field of vision to monitor your home better. It also features motion and sound detection, and can send you alerts via your smartphone with an image from the event. The best thing is that it works with other smart ecosystems to keep you more safe and secure.
Homes are becoming smarter and smarter as homeowners bring more gadgets into the house. Creating a smart home is one of the ways to bring all of those gadgets under one network and make it easier for you to manage all your smart home devices while making your home a safe space to be comfortable in.
