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7 Cool Gadgets for Your Home

And Links That Might Help You Find More!

7 Cool Gadgets forYour HomeAnd Links That Might Help You Find More!
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Technology and technological advances are part of many facets of life. And, the home is no exception. The home is where most of us spend a large part of our lives, so it can be the easiest way to incorporate new gadgets. Furthermore, gadgets at home can sometimes be used anywhere. There is a bridge built between home and work when technology is involved. There are 7 of the tops gadgets you can get for your home.


1. Smart Speakers

These are wireless speakers that use voice commands. It implements a virtual assistant that makes lists, takes care of menial tasks, and allows for handsfree activation. These speakers can be connected to external speakers, if you want a better sound quality. However, it can bring the ability to control things in your home with just your voice. There are various models on the market and they have differences, but they all make your home and your life smarter.


2. Security Camera

Placing cameras around your home can give many people a sense of security. It allows you to view what is going on around both the inside and outside of your home. This access can be conducted through a computer or smartphone. So, you can have the benefits of smart technology in the palm of your hand. This can help whether you are looking for burglars or are trying to find out that your kids got home okay from school. The best kind of cameras can work in the day and the night, and sometimes they illuminate the area they are canvassing.


3. Thermostat

Smart thermostats can help homes become more efficient and save money on utility bills. By being able to lower usage of utilities while there is no one home, money can be saved on heating and air conditioning. This new kind of thermostat will use remote sensors to make sure all the rooms are sufficiently heated and cooled. Furthermore, some of these can be controlled using smart speakers, like Alexa.


4. Light Bulbs

Light bulbs have arisen on the technology landscape by allowing the control of the intensity of light. Additionally, some of these light bulbs can control what color is emitted from the bulb. Furthermore, like many other smart technologies, they can be controlled with smart speakers.


5. Doorbell

Smart doorbells are becoming increasingly popular because they can house a video camera that can show you who is at the door. This allows you to see who is there without having to be in front of the door. This can provide safety and security because if it is an intruder, you can contact the police and you might not even be home. Again, like other smart technology, it can be accessed from your smartphone. Additionally, the doorbell is illuminated at night so the person at the door is lit up. It can also work in conjunction with a smart home security system.


6. Smart Plug

These new gadgets can let you plug different things, like lights, into them and control when they are powered. This is especially useful when you want to turn your lights on remotely, so people think you are home. You can plug anything into it and turn it on and off from your smartphone.


7. Garage Door Opener

If you have a garage, you may want to upgrade the remote control. Using a smart garage door opener can eliminate looking for the remote, making sure it has batteries, and ensuring only your code opens up your garage door. You can open the door by using your smartphone. Future developments of this technology include having your garage door know you are approaching the door and automatically opening it for you.


As technology advances, more items will come to market. More and more things will allow you to use your smartphone to control them. There is always something new on the market and people are always excited and willing to give them a try.


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