6 Examples of Smart Homes for a Safe and Comfortable Home, Time to Upgrade!

It's not just the body and soul that need self-improvement ; maturing also requires a more glamorous home. Like the BIOTA admin who enriched himself with training certifications , homes can also be "educated" to become smart, you know!

By using smart home technology , homes can be made more sensitive to the needs of their occupants. For example, smart light bulbs that adjust their light intensity according to sleep cycles can make life more comfortable .

How smart homes work and what they mean

Just as a standard watch is upgraded to a smartwatch thanks to a processor and Wi-Fi access, the principle of how a smart home works is similar. By installing a chip , home devices like light bulbs can connect to the internet and access advanced features .

For example, smart light bulbs can be set to turn on or off at specific times, or their light color and intensity can be adjusted to suit your preferences. All of these features are accessible from a smartphone , and this flexibility is what makes smart home functionality so versatile .

From super aesthetic smart light bulbs to smart cameras that provide extra security, BIOTA's admin was also initially overwhelmed by the abundant potential of smart homes , you know!

Examples of the most popular smart home systems

In the past 10 years, smart home technology has indeed developed rapidly. On the positive side, smart home technology has matured , so the drawbacks of the past, such as high prices, are no longer as noticeable or can be circumvented.

On the downside, with smart home technology becoming increasingly mainstream , choosing the right product is becoming increasingly difficult. For example, I personally still don't see the benefit of a smart refrigerator, even though its price beats the cost of rent.

Instead of making the wrong choice, the following recommendations for the most popular smart home system examples can serve as inspiration for your next home improvement project !

Smart lighting - Because life should be colorful

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With its affordable price and visible impact, smart lighting is a simple yet satisfying smart home application . Smart light bulbs aren't the only option; smart LED strips are also available, offering a truly aesthetic touch of light to any room.

With a wide range of customization options, the Smart Light Bulb is more than just a light source . It has a dimming feature that can function as a dark mode for the room, and there's also a wake-up light to help users wake up in the morning by simulating the light of sunrise.

For the creative mind, Smart LED Strip can fulfill your hidden desire to create a truly unique room. From decorating a child's room to expressing your youthful spirit, the flexibility of Smart LED Strip provides complete creative freedom .

BIOTA's admin understands that ambiance is crucial for creating a romantic atmosphere, and smart lighting is the perfect solution. Simply choose the perfect scene in the BIOTA app, and your night with your partner will automatically become even hotter!

Smart plug - Small but powerful

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In college, there are always students who act as "pulleys" for their class and serve as a benchmark during exams for other students who enjoy signing in for their attendance. In smart homes , Smart Plugs fulfill the same role.

Just plug it in, and the Smart Plug automatically upgrades the connected device to a smart device . In this smart home example , the coffee maker for your morning caffeine fix can be turned on while the BIOTA admin is still warming up in the shower .

Not only for practical living, this Wi-Fi plug can also be an effective way to save electricity . Without the hassle of plugging and unplugging, the Smart Plug can automatically cut off power to appliances like washing machines and TVs when not in use, reducing energy consumption.

Smart camera - 24/7 security in every corner of the house

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Home improvements aren't just about aesthetics and comfort; security also requires serious attention. Especially for those who travel frequently , a CCTV system is often enough to make a burglar think twice before breaking into a home.

Thanks to technological advancements, CCTV cameras that integrate smart home technology are now widely available. Not only can they be monitored from a smartphone , but smart cameras can even send notifications when they detect suspicious movement .

From inside the home or while on vacation, smart cameras can provide peace of mind for homeowners . Mimin BIOTA isn't surprised to see smart CCTV becoming the most popular smart home example among new users.

Smart speaker - More than just a conversational companion

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For those prone to hallucinations, a smart speaker as a conversational companion might help alleviate feelings of loneliness. Besides being a conversation partner, a smart speaker can also act as a manager for other smart home devices.

For example, with Google Nest, BIOTA can ask Google Assistant to schedule a wake-up light on their Smart Light Bulb for 4 a.m. to catch a flight. As a leading smart home brand , BIOTA is clearly integrated with the Google Home ecosystem, ensuring smooth operation.

Unfortunately, voice commands and smart speakers have limited range. Even a 36-foot-wide house might require quite a bit of shouting, so be prepared to budget for additional smart speakers if your home is already on the larger side.

Robot vacuum - Effective at cleaning pet fur

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Watching your pet's wild antics is indeed a joy. But every pet owner has likely experienced the agony of having to clean up shed fur everywhere in the house.

So, to lighten this load, a robot vacuum cleaner is a must-have in your personal shopping cart . As the name suggests, a robot vacuum cleaner is an automatic vacuum cleaner equipped with sensors to navigate a room and can operate autonomously .

Simply schedule it for work, and a robot vacuum can ensure you'll always be greeted when you return home to a sparkling home. This smart home example is available at a slightly higher price point, but the relief from the pain of cleaning is priceless !

Smart sensor - Not magic, not sorcery

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Science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke once stated that 'any sufficiently sophisticated technology is indistinguishable from magic.' Using the " if-else" principle of programming, smart sensors are simple in nature, but in practice they are also like magic.

By detecting changes in the environment, smart sensors can 'tell' other smart devices to take action. For example, a Smart Door Sensor on a window can instruct a Smart Universal IR Remote to turn off the AC when the window is open.

Thanks to its nearly unlimited customization, this smart home implementation can be as creative as possible, depending on the user's commitment to experimentation. However, smart sensors are most effective when the ecosystem of smart home products in the home is sufficiently diverse.

Example of a smart home system for a safe and comfortable home

While still relatively new, examples of smart homes and their applications in everyday life are becoming increasingly apparent. It's now hard for me to imagine a gaming session without a Smart LED Strip livening up the atmosphere in the background .

There's no need to worry about the perception that smart home ecosystems are complicated to use. With its ease-of-use principles and user-friendly smartphone app , BIOTA Smart Home ensures that your transition to a smart home is as smooth as possible, folks .

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