PEAKLIFE

By Kratika Agarwal

Smart homes are the type of transition that you never knew you needed. With innovation, you can easily picture yourself cruising through your day, from the moment you wake up to the second you hit the hay, and technology is right there with you, making everything smoother. Think about the little luxuries, like having a tiny camera in your yard to keep an eye on your car or installing an air purifier for fresher air. These cool gadgets can make a difference in how you live. However, you often need to stop and think, Do I need this? That’s where we come in. We’ve put together the ultimate list to help you figure out what’s worth it and what’s just going to gather dust on the shelf. So, buckle up and get ready to live your best life!

1. Smart Speakers: Amazon Echo Show 10

As you integrate smart devices into your home, it’s important to strike a balance between convenience and time consumption. With the Echo Show 10, experience effortless control of your lights through voice commands and automated routines, all without the need for extra hubs or complex configurations. Its innovative 10.1” screen dynamically adjusts to face you, offering immersive entertainment with clear, powerful sound and Alexa’s assistance in English or Hindi. Enjoy your favourite shows on the HD screen that follows your movements, ensuring you never miss a scene. Additionally, the built-in 13MP camera enables remote monitoring via the Alexa app, with pan and zoom capabilities for comprehensive coverage.

2. Smart Security Cameras: PHILIPS Wi-Fi HSP3800 Smart 360° Outdoor Security Camera

Make sure everything you own is always in view by installing these smart cameras in areas of your yard that seem less secure. Acting as vigilant eyes in your absence, the PHILIPS Wi-Fi HSP3800 Smart 360° Outdoor Security Camera elevates surveillance standards with its high-definition video capture, delivering crystal-clear Full HD (1080p) footage. With its panoramic 360-degree view and advanced pan, tilt, and zoom capabilities, it guarantees comprehensive monitoring of all movements. Enhanced by AI-powered motion and sound detection, it offers customisable smart alerts categorised into Home, Away, Inactive, and Silent modes, providing tailored security solutions for your peace of mind.

3. Vacuum Robots: iRobot Roomba j7+

Getting a robotic vacuum means you won’t have to worry about cleaning up after it’s done tidying your house. The iRobot Roomba Combo j7+ is a game-changer in the realm of robotic vacuum cleaners, especially tailored for pet owners. Its standout feature? A self-emptying mechanism that eliminates the tedious task of frequent dirt disposal, elevating convenience to new heights. This innovative vacuum and mop combo efficiently tackles daily cleaning duties, while its advanced obstacle avoidance technology ensures safe navigation around pet messes and household obstacles. Versatile across various floor types, it boasts intelligent mapping and scheduling capabilities via its accompanying app, making it a favourite for its user-friendly operation and top-tier cleaning performance.

4. Smart Water Purifiers: ILIV ALKALIV + O + UV + COPPER + ALKALINE Water Purifier

The use of smart water purifiers, which was once seen as a luxury, has now become a vital necessity. Experience unparalleled water purification with ILIV ALKALIV’s 12 Stages of Purification system, seamlessly blending advanced technology and health-conscious design. From initial filtration through external housing to UV treatment, each stage ensures pristine water quality. Intelligent features like the Interactive LED Display and Membrane Flushing System optimise performance and longevity. Enjoy instant access to cold water and scalding hot water up to 95°C, along with real-time temperature and TDS monitoring. The 7-in-1 Pre-Filter Cartridge enhances water with balanced pH, minerals, and anti-bacterial properties.

5. Smart Door Locks : The Lockly Visage

Installing smart locks on your doors means that you don’t have to double-check every pocket of your purse each time you stand in front of your locked door. Smart lock company Lockly exhibited their latest product at CES 2024 in Las Vegas. The Lockly Visage is a Matter-enabled deadbolt replacement that scans your face to unlock your door. The Visage is the first smart lock to use technology to make unlocking completely hands-free. The device has two 2 MP infrared sensors that can detect a face within 2.6 feet of the door. Unlocking takes less than 1.5 seconds and can work for up to 100 faces stored in the Visage. The Visage has a fingerprint scanner and a digital keypad, as well as regular physical keys as alternative unlocking options.

6. Smart Lights

It’s time to indulge in the luxury of smart lights for your home, and they offer more than just aesthetic appeal. With smart lights, you enjoy numerous benefits, such as energy savings, a wide range of colours, and the ability to schedule lighting. Plus, they seamlessly integrate with smart speakers, allowing you to control them with simple voice commands like “turn off” and “turn on.”.