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Isn’t this how you wake up? Alarm ringing continuously, blinds still shut and the room is dark and hot. You end up waking up late and irritated and the whole day is off to a terrible start, filled with frustration and a sense of rushing to catch up.
Well now imagine waking up in the morning, and as your alarm gently rings, your blinds slowly open to let in the sunlight, the coffee maker starts brewing your favourite coffee, and the thermostat adjusts the room temperature to your liking… All of these without even lifting a finger. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, welcome to the world of home automation gadgets!
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What is home automation?
Various home gadgets and devices can be automated using technology. Home automation allows you to control lights, security cameras, doorbell, kitchen appliances and much more remotely or automatically. With the help of smart home automation you can schedule your devices, check your energy consumption and even control everything in your home using yoir voice or smartphone. This technology not only adds up to your convenience but also helps in saving energy and improving overall efficiency in your home and life.
There are also IoT devices/gadgets that can connect to the internet and share data with other devices. Example of this is voice-controlled gadgets like smart speakers which can turn the lights on or off on your command and smart security systems that notify you when there’s someone at your doorstep so your home is always safe and secure.
Now let’s dive into some examples of how smart home devices are making a significant difference.
Smart Speakers:
Alexa, play baarishein!
Alexa, Google assistant and Siri… voice control systems of Amazon echo, Google nest and apple home pad do so much more than just playing music. They act as your personal assistant, enabling you to control your smart home gadgets using just your voice.
Because of these voice controlled gadgets, you won’t have to beg your little brother to turn on a light or to bring you the TV remote.
With simple voice commands, you can turn on your lights, set the thermostat and even order groceries. Over time, these smart speakers learn your preferences, becoming more efficient and personal.
Smart lighting:
Alexa, turn on the dim lights!!
Yes, it’s not just about the turning on and off of the light which is possible through the smart lights but you can also adjust the brightness, colour, and even set schedules for when lights should turn on or off. These systems can adjust lighting based on natural light levels, ensuring that you’re never using more energy than necessary. They also enable remote control systems, meaning you can turn off lights from anywhere in the world, saving electricity and reducing energy bills.
Overall, smart lighting offers convenience, energy saving and different mood lights.
Smart thermostats:
Smart thermostats allows you to control your home’s temperature more efficiently and remotely. Unlike air conditioners, thermostats takes the indoor temperature into consideration and change the temperature accordingly. They learn your schedules and preferences and adjust the temperature accordingly. For example, if you wake up at 8AM, it notices the time and will start heating your home a little earlier to ensure its comfortable when you wake up.
It also takes into account the weather changes and forecast, if it’s a cold day it starts heating up more than usual to maintain your temperature preferences. You can control them remotely using your smartphone, thus you can set the temperature you feel cosy in before you are home from work.
Smart Security systems:
Security systems have evolved so much from different lock systems to password locks and fingerprints and now to face recognition and voice commands. Let’s check out a few smart security systems.
Smart camera:
Ding Dong… is it your zomato order or an invader?
Security has always been a top priority in every household and smart technology is making it easier to protect your home. If someone is at your door, you will receive an alert on your phone, and you can even see and talk to the person through it. These devices often come equipped with AI technology that can distinguish between people, animals, and other objects reducing the number of false alarms you may get.
Smart locks:
Uh-oh did you forget your keys? Well it’s totally ok because with smart locks you can unlock your door with your smartphone, fingerprint or even through voice commands so you don’t need to carry a bunch of keys around.
These locks can be combined with other smart home devices. Like if your smart security camera detects an unfamiliar person at your doorstep, your smart lock can automatically lock providing an extra layer of protection.
IoT devices in home automation:
Heart of home automation is the Internet of Things (IoT), a network of connected devices that communicate and work together to perform tasks. Using Internet, devices can talk to each other and other devices. It allows the user to manage and use everything from lighting, thermostats to appliances through a single app. They learn your preferences and work accordingly. For example: a smart microwave may preheat itself when you are on your way back home.
Connected home:
Connected home is basically where you can control the environment of your home using home automation gadgets, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT). It gives you a seamless access and control over various home appliances and devices. From lighting setting, temperature to even security of your home everything is controllable with simple voice commands or settings. This system also helps in reducing power consumption and promoting energy saving. For instance it will switch off or dim the lights during the day when lights are not needed.
Conclusion:
In today’s digital age, home automation is no longer a dream but a reality which not only adds up to your convenience but also helps in saving power and energy.
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