By Lyla Shroff
This new era of technological advancements has transformed houses into smart homes where cutting-edge technology seamlessly integrates with everyday life. It provides an intelligent and interconnected space that is designed to enhance comfort, convenience, and security. These devices and gadgets range from voice-controlled virtual assistants to intelligent security systems, encompassing all aspects of smart living. This article introduces you to the world of smart gadgets, exploring the functionalities and benefits of having smart devices in your home.
1. Smart Bulbs and Smart Fans
Smart bulbs can be controlled digitally or on voice-command usually come with apps that allow you to control the colour, brightness, and shade of the light. These are a must-have to transform the ambience of your home for any given situation and occasion. The popularity of this product has made it easily available for you to purchase on several e-commerce shops. Moreover, brands like Philips and RealMe also manufacture smart bulbs. Smart fans are similar to the bulbs—they also come with voice control which allows you to alter the speed of your fan and also switch it on and off on voice-command.
2. Smart Speakers
One of the most popular smart devices are speakers. They allow you to not only play and control your music but also listen to podcasts, news, and attend calls on command. The speakers also act as a hub for other smart devices to connect to. Latest devices such as the Amazon Echo Show are similar to tablets and a mini television as they screen any sort of images and videos. Amazon, Google, Boat, and JBL are the best-known manufacturers of popular smart speakers.
3. Digital Door Locks
Digital door locks can be controlled via your smartphone or on the lock itself with numbers, cards or your fingerprint. They are extremely well protected and use advanced technology for utmost security. Yale, Godrej, and Lavna are some of the manufacturers of these smart doors.
4. Smart Switches
Smart switches can control appliances connected to it via a device or voice-command. They offer an affordable and convenient way of making your own appliances smart without having to upgrade them. Amazon has a smart switch that operates in the same manner as the speakers on the call of “Alexa”.
5. Smart Home Security Systems
Smart cameras are an ideal way of monitoring the happenings of your home in your absence. After setting up your security cameras all you have to do is pair them with your smartphone via an app which will allow you to access the view from the cameras from anywhere in the world. Certain cameras have microphone and audio features that allow you to speak through the camera from any location. Xiaomi and Wipro are some manufacturers of smart cameras.
6. Smart Mirrors
These mirrors are not only advanced but also stylish—several of them have LED lights around them that allow you to change the brightness and colour of the light. There are smart mirrors available in the market that have an anti-fog function, featuring a button to defog your mirror. There are also portable mirrors with LED lights that work on charge.
7. Motion Sensor Light
These are lights that turn on when they detect motion around them. They are best used in toilets and doorways where immediate light could be required. Some sensors are battery operated while some may need to be charged. Nonetheless, they are great additions to a more tech-savvy household.
