Smart Home

What is it?

This simple question has many different answers, depending on who you ask. In short, a "smart home" is one home equipped with devices that automate operations that were previously performed by humans. Some of these devices are built into the house itself while others are added afterwards. Residents activate them through an app they install on their phone or their tablet or even use their voice.

A smart home can start with a wireless stereo and have automatic lighting, blinds, screens, electrical appliances, robot vacuums, security systems, automatic doors, thermostats and more that you can't even imagine yet.

What advantages does it have?

Functionality

Nobody likes boring housework. That's why there are smart automated devices that can perform them for us. Think of a vacuum cleaner that will sweep at a specific time when we are away from home or we sleep, she mops, picks up the cat hair and then goes to the charger by herself.

Save energy (and money)

A huge advantage is saving energy and money. Automatic thermostats and electrical appliances will keep the house at a constant temperature, turning off any appliances that are not in use

Security

Whatever security systems you have, a smart home offers extra security, as it is equipped with motion sensors, door sensors, cameras, lights, locks and all of this communicates with wi-fi and your mobile phone, wherever you are .

Comfort

For imagine a house that does everything by itself, that you call "coffee" and the coffee machine is activated, that always has the same room temperature, with a good morning your smart assistant prepares breakfast, informs you about today's weather and what you have in your calendar for today. Imagine turning on the lights in your home with your voice. In this way, other possible scenarios such as turning off all devices when you leave the house can be realized. When you get within 100 meters of your house after noon, turn on the water heater. When you're away on vacation, some devices turn on and off at random and reasonable times. These and everything else above contribute to you living comfortably and having a more pleasant time at home.

Can it be completely standalone?

Of course it can!

For this reason photovoltaic systems and solar water heaters have been made. A truly smart home is equipped with everything it needs to produce the electricity it consumes by itself. It is easy to think how with the use of photovoltaic systems (perhaps also a wind turbine) and a solar water heater, the expenses of the house are significantly reduced. In combination with smart devices for energy saving and help in housework you can have a new generation modern home. If you secure the power supply to your home, you will have one more reason to go electrified and buy an electric car or motorcycle!

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