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THE BEST SMART HOME AUTOMATION DEVICES

THE BEST SMART HOME AUTOMATION DEVICES

WHAT IS SMART HOME AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY?

What if all the Smart Home Automation Devices in your life could connect to the internet?

Not just computers and smartphones, but everything: clocks, speakers, lights, doorbells, cameras, windows, window blinds, hot water heaters, appliances, cooking utensils, you name it.

what if those Smart Home Automation Devices could all communicate, send you information, and take your commands? It’s not science fiction; it’s the Internet of Things (IoT), and it’s a key component of home automation and smart homes.

Home automation is exactly what it sounds like: automating the ability to control items around the house—from window shades to pet feeders—with a simple push of a button (or a voice command).

Some activities, like setting up a lamp to turn on and off at your whim, are simple and relatively inexpensive.

Others, like advanced surveillance cameras, may require a more serious investment of time and money.

SMART HOME AUTOMATION

 

 
Smart homes enabled with lighting control allow home owners to reduce electricity use and benefit from energy-related cost savings.
 
Some home automation systems alert the homeowner if any motion is detected in the home when they’re away, while others can call the authorities—police or the fire department—in case of imminent situations.
 
Once connected, services such as a smart doorbell, smart security system, and smart appliances are all part of the internet of things (IoT) technology, a network of physical objects that can gather and share electronic information.
 
 

SMART HOMES

 

Smart homes can feature either wireless or hardwired systems—or both. Wireless systems are easier to install.

Putting in a wireless home automation system with features such as smart lighting, climate control, and security can cost several thousand dollars, making it very cost-friendly.

Hardwired systems, on the other hand, are considered more reliable and are typically more difficult to hack.

A hardwired system can increase the resale value of a home.

But there is a drawback—it’s fairly expensive. Installing a luxury and hardwired smart system can cost homeowners tens of thousands of dollars.

There are many smart home product categories, so you can control everything from lights and temperature to locks and home security devices.

They also happen to make fantastic gifts, whether you’re shopping for the holidays or buying a housewarming present. Here’s a rundown of the best products we’ve tested for every room of the house.