Individuals who have a home network have the option to add gadgets to help improve or set up their home automation system. The idea is to have various gadgets link to a home network to make your life that much easier. Gadgets being introduced on the market are making home automation an option that any homeowner can pursue. There are three gadgets available for 2013 that can help you improve upon a smart home automation system.
Nest
The smart thermostat is a great way for a homeowner to control the temperature inside their home. The premise of the device is to optimize the energy use in a home to reduce the cost of a utility bill. Users who install this gadget will find it simple to use and installation is often 30 minutes or less. This device learns when users turn the dial to set the temperature. A mobile app is also available if you want to adjust the temperature of your home when on the go.
Hue
This is a gadget available from Phillips and is used to control the lighting in your home. A bridge from Phillips is connected to the router for your home network. The bulbs are then added to each fixture and a mobile app is used to control when lights turn on and off. You are able to control the intensity and the color of the light. The app for your mobile phone can also be used to turn on lights when you are not at home or are returning from a night out. Bulbs that are used have a lifespan of 15,000 hours. These are also a great way to help lower your energy costs.
Smart Things
Homeowners who forget to turn electronics off in their home will benefit from this gadget. This device is able to turn off anything that has been plugged into an electrical socket. You will be able to turn your electronic devices from a smartphone app or from a web page on the Internet. This means the gadget is able to be controlled from a tablet or laptop computer at any WiFi hotspot. The gadget is best used as a security system as you can receive alerts when a motion sensor is activated and more. Users will set up a central hub that is connected to their wireless network.