{"id":7069,"date":"2017-10-03T15:15:01","date_gmt":"2017-10-03T22:15:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=7069"},"modified":"2017-09-26T09:23:28","modified_gmt":"2017-09-26T16:23:28","slug":"a-beginners-guide-to-start-with-smart-home-tech","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2017\/10\/a-beginners-guide-to-start-with-smart-home-tech\/","title":{"rendered":"A Beginner\u2019s Guide to Start with Smart Home Tech"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Smart home technology is no longer something that exists only in The Jetsons. Actually, it\u2019s existed for quite a while, and it\u2019s becoming increasingly affordable. And it\u2019s just a matter of time until every home in the country gets an IQ boost. If you\u2019re ready to venture into smart home technology for the first time, this guide is for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Choosing a Nucleus<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Programmable lights that dim or turn off, hot water heaters that communicate with your smart device, doors that lock and unlock themselves \u2013 these things aren\u2019t possible without a central hub, or nucleus. Before you start purchasing smart appliances and fun gadgets, you need to choose how they will be controlled.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You\u2019ve got several options for your core nucleus. Amazon\u2019s Alexa-powered Echo and Echo Dot have surpassed more than 10 million units sold. Google\u2019s Home includes its hands-free assistant and is compatible with many of the top smart tech brands. Wink 2 Hub and Apple HomeKit connect to multiple devices via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and other methods, while Logitech offers the Harmony Elite remote control that lets you control devices with the push of a button.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you aren\u2019t sure which one to choose, consider the devices you\u2019ll be investing in to see which hubs will be compatible with your end goals.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Select Your Smart Home Gadgets<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There are seemingly infinite options when it comes to smart home devices. From lights to thermostats to appliances to doorbells and sprinkler systems, you\u2019ll need to decide which areas of your home to transform.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Some people choose to focus first on areas that will save them money, such as their heating bills or utilities. Philips Hue makes a good option if you\u2019re constantly forgetting to turn off lights. Thermostats like Honeywell\u2019s Lyric is easily commanded with Alexa and can help you save on energy usage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Others choose to invest big with a complete transformation. If you have the desire \u2013 and the budget \u2013 to go smart all at once, investing in a full smart home system can be more economical and reliable. This way, you have a complete set of components that were created to work together.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Consider Expansion Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you\u2019re starting small and plan to build on your smart home capabilities, it\u2019s important you choose components with expansion possibilities in mind. Your initial purchases may limit what you can invest in later. It\u2019s helpful to choose devices that are compatible with others. Otherwise, you may find yourself later investing more than you planned in order for all your devices to function in harmony.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">However, incompatibility shouldn\u2019t be an automatic dealbreaker, especially if it saves you money and you\u2019re not missing out on any important features. For instance, if your security camera and thermostat don\u2019t talk to each other, you may be okay with your camera\u2019s geofencing not telling your thermostat to adjust the temperature when you\u2019re away. Oftentimes you can find workarounds, which may take a little extra time to set up but can ultimately give you similar results.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Wrap Up<\/strong><br \/>\nSmart home technology isn\u2019t just the future \u2013 it\u2019s becoming a larger part of the present and will continue to grow in sophistication. Investing in smart home tech isn\u2019t a necessity, but once you experience its benefits you may wonder how you ever got along without it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/realtybiznews.com\/getting-started-with-smart-home-tech-a-beginners-guide\/98744580\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Getting Started with Smart Home Tech : A Beginner\u2019s Guide<\/a> by Ben Shepardson | Realty Biz News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Smart home technology is no longer something that exists only in The Jetsons. Actually, it\u2019s existed for quite a while, and it\u2019s becoming increasingly affordable. 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