Smart home technology has developed rapidly in recent years and offers many opportunities to increase living comfort, save energy and improve security. Here are some ideas for making things "smart" around the house:
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Smart lighting
Lights that automatically adjust to daylight or activity, are dimmable and can even change colors. -
Smart thermostats
Automatically adjusts heating and cooling based on your schedule, presence or weather. -
Smart shutters and curtains
Open or close them based on time of day, sunlight or room temperature. -
Smart security systems
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Cameras, door and window sensors, motion detectors and smart door locks that you can monitor and control remotely.
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Smart faucet and irrigation
Automatic watering based on soil moisture and weather forecast or water sensors that detect leaks. -
Smart refrigerators and kitchen appliances
Fridges that can monitor contents, suggest recipes and even order groceries for you. -
Smart garbage cans
Notifies you when they're full or even sorts the trash for you. -
Smart socket
Allows you to remotely control any connected device, monitor power consumption, and turn off devices when not in use. -
Smart bathrooms
Showers that remember your preferred water temperature, smart scales that track health data, and mirrors with built-in news and weather updates. -
Smart bed and bedding
Monitors sleep patterns, adjusts mattress firmness and can even do it yourself!
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Smart pet products
Automatic feeders that feed at set times or cat flaps that only open for your pet.
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Smart home hubs and speakers
A centralized system that controls all your smart devices and can be operated via voice commands.
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Smart sensors
Air quality sensors, smoke detectors, CO2 detectors or even plant sensors that tell you when your plants need water.
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Smart mirror
Shows news, weather or your calendar while you get ready in the morning.
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Smart washing machines and dryers
Remotely starts wash or dry cycles and notifies you when they're finished.
As technology continues to evolve, many more innovative smart home solutions are sure to come to market. It's always a good idea to check regularly for new products and updates.
