Recent technical discoveries in smart devices and the Internet of Things have actually opened up so many possibilities for home automation! When you're not at home, you can even access your front door with your smartphone.
While newly constructed homes may benefit from having an electrician wire their home expressly for smart features, you can also convert your old home into a smart home. You've come to the correct place if you're looking for some motivation. This month on the blog, we've compiled a list of six new home automation ideas to keep an eye on.
Smart Doorbells
The smart doorbell represents one of the most fascinating innovations in home security recently. These video-enabled gadgets can be positioned near your front entrance and provide you with live footage of your front yard. When the doorbell rings, you'll receive an alert on your phone and the option to initiate a two-way video call. Of course, the tape could be useful if you encounter a break-in as well.
Smart Surveillance Cameras
Smart security cameras, which are similar to smart doorbells but are more for surveillance, can be put around the inside and exterior of your home. You can view live video from your cellphone and even receive alerts if the motion sensor detects movement while you are not at home. To deter attackers, some smart video surveillance has automatic illumination and an optional alarm.
Smart Locks
The smart lock is considered one of the most revolutionary smart home items on the market. These ingenious devices may be attached to your door and connect to a mobile phone app that all family members can use to enter. Using key-code passwords eliminates the need to carry keys everywhere - a win! Smart locks give an extra layer of security by sounding an alarm if a code is typed wrongly too many times.
Smart Lights
Smart lights are typically the first smart-home device installed. They're an easy method for getting started with home automation and won't break the bank. Replace your bulb with a smart light the next time it goes out. You may modify the brightness, temperature, and even the colour of the glow with the smartphone app! You may also utilise your home automation technology to tell your lights to switch on and off when you arrive home or wake up.
Smart Plugs
Turn any item into a mobile platform with one simple fix – the smart plug. It resembles a 'piggyback' double adapter and serves as a bridge between your standard device and your home automation system. For example, if you plug a traditional espresso machine into a smart plug and then into a power outlet, you'll be capable of controlling the coffee machine from your smartphone as if it were a smart espresso machine. That is, you will be able to programme the coffee machine to start immediately when you wake up!
Smart Blinds
Last but not least, smart blinds are getting a lot of attention in the smart building scene. You can control your blinds from your bed, much like a nice hotel or a Supervillain. You may programme your shutters to open when you wake up and close when the sun goes down, just like other smart-home devices.