It’s one thing to get all of the lights in your house on one switch, but as you make your home “smarter,” you’re going to want more than that. Fortunately, there are lots of options for automation. The latest smart home devices allow you to turn things off when you walk out of the house, schedule specific tasks, and use your phone’s location-aware features to control things in other rooms of the house. Here’s a look at the appliances and devices that can make your home smarter.
Ring Smart Lighting System
Smart lighting is now smarter. With the Ring Smart Lighting System, you’ll be able to create a network of motion-based security lights around your home and get alerts on your phone if someone approaches your home while you’re away. Its flexible mounting lets you illuminate dark areas, and it easily works with existing wiring, so you can add to or remove it from your system at any time.
Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera
The Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera is loaded with features, including a 110° field of view, rechargeable battery, night vision, and 2K video quality. Its magnetic bases allow for quick installation and removal yet stay put when mounted. The weatherproof camera is an ideal solution for outdoor security with its IP67-rated design that resists dust and water. You also get 24/7 continuous video recording, thanks to the included micro SD card (8GB included and supports up to 128 GB).
Amazon Echo
The round form factor of the new Amazon Echo speaker makes it the perfect centerpiece for a kitchen counter, living room table, or bookshelf. It looks great and works well with other devices. Plus, the Amazon Echo speaker connects to Alexa in two ways to give you more control over your home. It has separate volume controls at its base and plays different sounds if you accidentally cover up the top mics on the device while speaking. With multi-room audio support, you can connect multiple Echo speakers together to fill your entire home with different radio stations, sporting events, and even music in every room. These speakers may also be used with other music streaming services like Pandora and Spotify.