What is the future of Smart Homes and how will this enhance our daily lives for the better? What should we expect from Smart Homes and how should we prepare our homes for the future? Which of these upgrades are right for your family? Let us start on the journey.

What to expect from smart homes in the near future

            To start, let’s talk about the Internet of Things (IoT). Iot is the connecting of household devices in your home so that they will be able to communicate with each other. This technology will alow for devices like smart thermostats to control the heating and air conditioning in your home. The technology allows the home owner to control all the settings through their smartphone, whether they are home or not.

            Ambient computing is another series of innovations that have occurred within the last few years. Ambient computing is a term used to describe how computers are used in their environment. In smart homes there is an increased use of smart sensors to interconnect all of the appliances in your home. This allows for the Iot to be interconnected and for the home owner to have full control.

            One example, smart locks, keep your home safer by allowing you to lock and unlock your door remotely. In case a homeowner forgets to lock their doors security is found using the AP on their smartphone to lock them. When coupled with security cameras ad piece of mind to home owners. And with devices like smart plugs you can plug your existing appliances into them and would be able to remote control them using one device.

How to prepare yourself and your home for these changes.

            So how do we prepare our homes for for the Internet of Things? We can begin with doing small additions to our homes and gradually building upon them. For example, you can install Automated Shades, Draperies, Blinds, and Shutters for security and comfort. You can then move on to adding intercom systems for communication and move on to Automated Door Locks and Security Systems. Some other choices for home automation include smart light switches to control your electric bill and provide just the right amount of lighting for your home. The sky’s the limit on what you want to do.

Are these particular upgrades right for your family?

            With so many IoT devices to chose from how do we decide which ones are right for your family? The first step is you need to look at your family”s needs. Does your family need more security? Then smart locks and security cameras would be a great addition to your home. If your family is looking to lower energy bills, then automated lighting might be what you are looking for. With the wide range of technology out there a homeowner has endless possibilities.

            With so much technology to choose from the future of Smart Homes is going to be cemented. With all of these innovations our daily lives will be enhanced for the better for years to come. With the Internet of Things and Ambient Computing we will be able to control every aspect of our homes and increase the quality of our lives. The options for your family and home are endless.