Devices That Transform Homes Into Futuristic Smart Abodes

Technology continues to invade every space in the home, connecting all the appliances in our lives. Our devices can now communicate amongst each other, and stay in touch with us, while we are away from home.

We can thank the Internet Age, for not just our computers and smartphones, but now include everything in our homes from speakers, lights, doorbells, security cameras, windows curtains, blinds, home theatre appliances, and an ever-growing list of more. The allencompassing feature of such connecting devices changes our everyday home lives into smarthome living, by activating various processes with a few clicks of our fingers. As the era of the Internet of Things (IoT)descends upon us, more and more interior designers and realestate developers are embracing smart home trends, and even making provisions for such appliances in newer constructions. Automating the ability to control items around the house—from window shades to lights —with a simple tap (or a voice command) sounds like something out of a dream. While some plug-and-play devices, an example of setting up a led bulb to change colours at our whims, are simple and user-friendly. Others, like security cameras or home theatre systems, require more serious analysis and consultation. Here’s are some intelligent additions to any house, apartment, or building complex.

Sony - Dolby Digital Soundbar[HT-RT3 5.1 ]

This Sound Bar from Sony possesses all the necessary features to provide the user with an unmatched audio experience. In comparison to other brands in this price range, the 5.1 channel Dolby Digital gives the user an immersive experience.With its massive 600 Watts sound output, owners can experience a cinema in their homes. It comes with rear speakers as well as an external subwoofer that works with a 3 channel soundbar to deliver perfect cinematic surround sound. The S-Master digital amplifier ensures every sound is in perfect sync every time. It also comes with USB ports along with an optical input for easy

connection to USB devices & DVD or Blu-Ray players that provide optical output.

Somfy- Remote TELIS 16 RTS PURE

This easy-to-use, centralized remote, assist the user to manage all house applications. With the presence of 16 channels, the user can name and assign icons to each group of applications. Telis 16 RTS proposes a large screen detailing all information for each application. At a size of 47mm X 145mm, it can be wall-mounted and users have a choice of 2 finishes (pure & silver) that can match all decors. Having a frequency of 433.42MHz and a 200m range(open area), which reduces to 20m through two concrete walls. It can close all motorized applications with a single click. The ‘MY’ button, memorizes the often used position/ functions of any product and allows the user to find it instantly by pressing the button. Making the choices for all appliances simple to program and easy to modify.

Ring -Video Doorbell Pro 2

Proving that video doorbells help view the world differently, the Video Doorbell Pro 2 comes with a silver faceplate (called Satin Nickel), with are 16 other colour options. The Pro 2 has a rectangular design, with a camera at the top and a lighted button below. Its camera has a square aspect ratio along with a 150-degree field of view both vertically and horizontally. The vertical FOV is the most critical one; meaning users can see much closer to the foot of their door. Some practical features include 3D Motion detection that uses radar, to detect any movement( up to 30 feet away). While the Bird’s Eye View feature, overlays an overhead map of the property, and when the camera detects an individual, it displays a track of where that individual has been. a package. Over all designed to give consumers a better way of looking out the front door than ever before.

Another interesting feature is a Pre-roll video, its camera records a 4-second loop, and when any motion is detected, it tacks those four seconds to the front of that event assuring a clear image with every time. The Ring- Video Doorbell Pro 2 works with the Neighbours apps, allowing owners to see other incidents in the area. Owners can also use Alexa Greetings using Amazon’s voice assistant to either take a message or tell a delivery person where to leave