What Is A True Smart Home?
Unless you have been living under a rock, you have probably heard people say, “Hey Alexa” or “Hey Google”. These phrases often activate a smart device that will answer questions, give directions, or even tell you a joke. This is just one of many smart devices that people claim are part of a smart home. Many systems on the market today claim to automate your home, but most only focus on one or two isolated systems. Moreover, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Homeowners can incorporate true smart home technology into their every day lives for more convenience, cost-savings, safety, and comfort.
What is Smart Home Technology?
Smart home technology refers to the use of internet-connected devices to automate and control various aspects of a home. These devices can be controlled and monitored remotely using a smartphone or tablet. They can communicate with each other to create a seamless and automated home environment. With smart home technology, you can control and monitor your home from anywhere. In addition, you can customize your home to fit your needs and preferences.
Ultimately, a true smart home takes care of itself and your family with automation. With one local “brain” your home looks after all systems cohesively, and everything is done on-site without internet security risks. Imagine intelligent communication between climate, security, music, shades, lighting, energy management, locks, TVs, appliances, and more. And it all gets done without you having to lift a finger or raise your voice.
Myths about Smart Home Technology
Many decades ago, the Jetsons predicted this confluence between technology and automation. There does seem to be a little bit of magic involved with how smart home technology works. However, we can assure you it isn’t magic and continues to improve all the time. There are several common misconceptions about smart technology:
- Smart technology is expensive: While some smart technology products may be more expensive than their traditional counterparts, there are also many affordable options available.
- Smart technology is difficult to use: Like all technology products, there may be a learning curve, but many are designed to be user-friendly and easy to use.
- Smart technology is always connected to the internet: Many smart technology products do require an internet connection to function, there are also many that do not.
- Smart technology is not secure: It is true that smart technology can potentially be vulnerable to cyber threats, however there are also many steps that can be taken to secure smart technology and protect against these threats.
- Smart technology is not reliable: While no technology is perfect and all products can potentially fail, many smart technology products are designed to be reliable and have high uptime.
See for Yourself
We created the Experience Center so clients can see smart home technology in action. Considering what makes a true smart home is the automation component, it is important to see how that can impact your lifestyle. As mentioned, true smart home technology learns your behavior over time and acts accordingly. Make an appointment today to experience it for yourself.
