Smart devices are generally connected to the Internet through a Wi-Fi network. These devices can be integrated into a single system and can be controlled via a customized app on your smartphone or another smart device. Some of the most common smart devices used in a smart home include:
Thermostats: They allow you to have full control and customization of the temperature in your home. If utilized right, they can also save you money on electricity bills.
Locks: Smart locks give you the option of controlling locks even when you are not home.
Lights: Can be controlled from a smartphone app and can include customizable brightness, darkness, and color schemes based on your specific preferences.
Plugs: Allow you to control your standard, regular objects, and can monitor energy consumption of anything plugged into them.
Home Security Devices: Home security devices – which can include cameras, sensors, and alarms – can monitor the interior and exterior of your home as well as alert you of potential intruders, record video, and even contact law enforcement.