House-hunting may come with logistical headaches, but thanks to the smart-home-accessory boom, you can live easily and hands-free once you do buy that new dream home. Lights controlled via smartphone, a robot that mops — and vacuums — and a keyless-entry tech solution are no longer future fantasies. These smart home accessories are must-have and readily available additions to innovate your home today.
If you’re new to the smart-home lifestyle — or excited to elevate that savvy house even more — here are seven smart-home accessories to take your digs up a notch.
Smart Home Accessories to Save You Time & Energy
- Nooie Smart Bulb
- Enabot Ebo Catpal The Smart Robot Companion Cat Sitter
- Ecovacs Robotics 2-in-1 Vacuuming and Mopping Robot
- Lorex’s 1080p Wi-Fi Video Doorbell
- August Smart Lock Pro Plus Connect Wi-Fi Bridge
- Eve Door and Window Wireless Contact Sensor
- Lenovo Smart Display 8″
For Smart Lighting: Nooie Smart Bulb ()
Clap-off lights step aside, there’s a new smart lighting system in town. The Nooie Aurora 10W Smart Bulbs let you control lighting entirely by your voice or smartphone. You can change the lighting hues — perhaps a softer light for morning, then a brighter light when it’s time to work — with the auto-on-and-off capabilities to maintain a healthy sleep schedule. All lights are also easily dimmable, be it through voice or smartphone-app command. The 10W smart LED bulbs are compatible with Alexa and Google Home.
For Pet Lovers: Enabot Ebo Catpal The Smart Robot Companion Cat Sitter ()
If the 9-to-5 lifestyle leaves your kitty bored and lonely back home, try the Enabot Ebo Catpal The Smart Robot Companion Cat Sitter. Robot-like cat sitter Ebo keeps your cat entertained in your absence. Ebo has eyes, movements, and sounds that mimic real play time, including auto-play patterns and laser pointers. The 1080p HD camera lets you live stream your kitty’s daily habits, with an Ebo App where you can interact with your four-legged friend instantly. Schedule play time in advance, and rest assured that Ebo will stay intact thanks to the device’s collision sensors.
For Cleaning: Ecovacs Robotics 2-in-1 Vacuuming and Mopping Robot ()
Ready to outsource your cleaning? Try the intelligent Ecovacs 2-in-1 Vacuuming and Mopping Robot. This robot has a built-in “Smart Cleaning Path” that will leave your home spotless and sparkling. Perfect for both hard floors and carpet, the robot uses a back-and-forth cleaning pattern to ensure a thorough clean, with a vacuum and mop combination that can handle most dried liquids and dirt. The built-in OZMO mopping system is great for hard floors, while the V-shaped main brush lifts dirt and dust from carpets, too. Download the Ecovacs app to schedule cleanings, change modes, and keep track of the cleaning progress.
For Security: Lorex 1080p Wi-Fi Video Doorbell ()
Monitor your front door and talk back and forth with couriers and guests — all without getting off the couch. The Lorex 1080p W-Fi Video Doorbell packs 1080p video recording into a compact doorbell camera. This must-have gadget, controlled via Lorex Home App, puts convenience and security in the palm of your hand. You can watch the front-door livestream or record visitor actions, both video and audio, to provide important details in case incidents arise. Plus, this savvy little camera isn’t just for daytime monitoring. With high-powered infrared LEDs, the doorbell camera can detect objects and people up to 33 feet away in the dark.
For Easy Entry: August Smart Lock Pro Plus Connect Wi-Fi Bridge ()
With the August Smart Lock Pro, keys are a thing of the past. This savvy smart-home solution lets you lock and unlock your door from anywhere via the August app. Whether it’s your primary method of entry, or you’re giving mom keyless access to water the plants while you’re on vacation, the August Smart Lock Pro is a game-changer for homeowners. It may be high-tech, but installing the August Smart Lock Pro is incredibly easy; it only takes about 10 minutes, and requires one simple tool: a screwdriver. And, keeping security top of mind, August products require two factors of authentication, with the ability to disable your August app and every virtual key if you lose your phone.
For the Forgetful: Eve Door and Window Wireless Contact Sensor ()
If you find yourself constantly wondering whether or not you closed the door or shut the window, the Eve Door and Window Wireless Contact Sensor is the gadget for you. This smart accessory confirms whether or not you’ve shut the door, window, or safety gate, without you circling back to double check. This device also doubles as a security gadget, sending you a notification whenever an Eve door or window is accessed. The sensor works exclusively with Apple’s HomeKit Technology system; all updates are shared via iPhone and iPad.
For Busy Homeowners: Lenovo Smart Display 8″ ()
When you hardly have time to cook dinner, let alone read the news or call mom, the Lenovo Smart Display is there to save the day. This smart gadget uses Google Assistant to become your at-home assistant. Need recipe assistance? Ask Google. Want the headlines while you’re making coffee? Yep, ask Google again. The Lenovo Smart Display has voice match for a personalized experience, and you can set daily routines like morning weather reads to kick off your day seamlessly. Plus, the Lenovo Smart Display can control over 5,000 additional smart-home products, including everything from air purifiers to security systems — not to mention home entertainment.
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