Wouldn’t it be great if we could rely on technology to do our ‘life admin’ tasks for us? We’re all looking for ways to be more efficient when it comes to carrying out our daily chores and commitments, and by investing in smart home technology, you should be able to minimize the amount of time you spend on mundane tasks and free up some space for the things you enjoy. Not only will you be able to transform long and draining tasks into quick and productive ones, but you can also save a ton of money in the long term, and become eco-friendly in the process.
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It’s not only homeowners that are investing in smart technology for their property, but investors too from all around the globe are choosing to incorporate these modern designs into their future developments. It’s no secret that tenants look for ways to make their lives more efficient and specialist property companies such as RWinvest are listening when it comes to the demand for these types of products.
We’ve highlighted some of the reasons why you should opt for smart home technology and how it could add value to your life.
Be Smart with Your Energy
We all want to live a more sustainable life, so what’s stopping us? There are a plethora of options available in the ever-changing technology world, from automated hoovers and dust collectors to lights that can switch themselves off.
This type of smart technology has transformed many peoples lives when it comes to cleaning and monitoring their homes. Some of the most popular choices to invest in if you want to lead a more efficient lifestyle and work on reducing your bills are smart thermostats for your heating system and smart lighting – this is particularly great for those of us who forget to turn the lights off when we leave the house, saving those all-important pennies when the electric bill comes through.
As we approach winter and the colder evenings set in, energy-saving auto controls can allow you to leave the heating or air-conditioning switched off whilst out of the property. You can also choose to switch the system on ahead of when you arrive home with the click of a button from your mobile or tablet device to ensure your home is the perfect temperature upon your return.
Stay Smart With Security
In the lead up to the holidays, sadly there is often an increase in thefts, and homeowners and businesses are always looking for ways to keep their property and belongings safe. Traditional CCTV systems may be a little outdated when it comes to protecting your home, as sometimes there are blind spots, and you may not know to check the recordings until the damage has already been done.
Nowadays, there are multiple smart security options available such as smart doorbells. These devices connect to your smartphone and notify you of any activity around your home or office – great for keeping an eye on any intruders and for checking on those parcels you’ve been eagerly awaiting. With high-quality cameras, you be able to clearly see and sometimes speak to anyone who appears to be lurking.
This form of smart technology can be used from inside the property or when you’re not at home, which is great for elderly relatives who want to check who’s at the door before they answer and for families when they’re away on holiday.
Communicate – The Smart Way
Gone are the days when we used to rely on communicating via posting letters, or worse, carrier pigeons. Today, the options are endless when it comes to interacting with colleagues, family and friends. Most communication is done through our smartphones by email, texting or messaging over online social platforms.
Digital giants Google are constantly looking for ways to enhance online communication and a popular system produced by them, and used by many, is Smart Compose. Younger generations look for smarter ways to complete tasks – or perhaps people are just getting lazy, either way, who wouldn’t want a system that finishes your sentence for you. Google uses a predictive text algorithm to complete emails for reducing the amount of time it takes to send a message.
Whilst it may seem weird that a computer can finish your thoughts, it does provide a level of efficiency like no other, which is ideal for busy companies where employees struggle to stay on top of their emails.
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