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Creating Smart Homes on a Budget: Tips and Tricks
The concept of a smart home has rapidly evolved from a futuristic idea to an everyday reality. With the latest smart home technology, you can control various aspects of your home, from lighting and temperature to security, using smart devices that seamlessly integrate into your daily life. While the idea of transforming your home into a high-tech haven might seem expensive, it’s possible to create a smart …
Entry into Smart Audio Systems
Smart Home Audio Do you appreciate high-calibre audio? Whether you’re looking for a good house-wide music system or powerful audio to support your top-notch home cinema system and streaming services, SMS can help. What Audio Systems do SMS offer? A great smart home audio system has two important features. Great hardware and great connectivity. SMS can offer three levels of audio quality (Bronze, Silver and Gold) which …
Where to Start with a Smart Audiovisual System
Smart AV Systems If you have an appreciation for high-quality picture and sound then only top-notch AV solutions will be good enough for you. This is where SMS comes in. Instead of settling for standard TV screens, working with SMS will give your home the technology it needs to take your entertainment to the next level. Working at the forefront of the home technology industry, SMS will …
The Smart Security System
Introduction to the Smart Home Security System Smart Security Systems Home security is not a new concept. From using dogs for home protection to burglar alarms and cameras, homeowners have always been serious about protecting themselves, their home and their belongings from danger and unwanted visitors. However, advancement in technology means that advanced home security technologies are now more accessible than ever before. Because of this, smart …
Smart Energy – Using Technology to get the Best From Your Energy
In today’s economy, it is more important than ever to find ways to save money. With rising energy costs, implementing methods you can use in your property to help make savings whilst still enjoying the comforts of modern living. Are you looking to cut your energy bill? If so, you may be interested in learning about smart energy. Later in this blog post will explore some of …
Creating a Child-Friendly Smart Home
Many of us use smart home devices throughout the day but worry when it comes to our children’s access. As technological use increases with each generation, we know we need to equip our children with the knowledge to use these devices, but often wonder if we can also keep them safe. Are you looking for a way to keep your children safe and provide them with the …
Keeping your Home Safe With A Smart Security System
What are Smart Security Systems? A smart home security system utilises modern technology to make your home more secure. It consists of connected sensors and other smart devices that allow you to quickly detect any unauthorised entry, monitor activity in your home, and protect valuable assets like jewellery or art. Smart home security systems can be integrated with video cameras, motion detectors, door locks, window sensors, and …
The Benefits of Smart Homes for the Elderly
The Smart home is becoming increasingly popular, and the elderly population is no exception. Smart homes have numerous benefits for older people including increased safety and security, easier access to help in case of an emergency, more independence and freedom, greater peace of mind for caregivers and increased social interaction and activities. Security Systems for Safety: Smart home devices can provide a layer of protection and security …
How Smart are Smart Locks?
What is a Smart Lock? Smart door locks are door locks that allow you to gain access to your home or business without the aid of a physical key and standard lock. Virtual Keys are an increasingly popular alternative to traditional keys. Virtual Keys are digital access codes that can be sent through a smartphone app or via SMS. This provides more flexibility and convenience, as well …
Is Setting up your own Home Automation a Good Idea?
There is no doubt that smart home automation is on the rise and you may be considering adding some elements to your home to make life easier, but do you take on the smart home project yourself or get in professional home automation installers? What is Smart Home Technology? Smart home technology is a set of interconnected systems that allow you to control and monitor your home’s …
Smart Home Projects for Beginners
The Best Smart Home Devices For Your Needs If you are a beginner to smart home devices you are probably wondering where to start. The first thing is to work out what is important to you. Are you looking for energy-saving features, voice control or security? Depending on what you need and what budget you have there are many options available. Which Smart Devices? There are so …
Benefits to Installing Smart Blinds
There are many options for smart living but one you may not have considered is installing smart blinds. What are Smart Motorised Blinds? Smart blinds are electrically operated window coverings that can be controlled with a smartphone or tablet. The blinds connect to the internet via Wi-Fi and can be operated using a mobile app. Unlike traditional blinds, which can be difficult to control evenly, smart electric …
Getting the Best From Your Heating with a Smart Home Automation System
The Basics of Smart Heating System and How It Works A Smart heating system is a great way to save money on your heating bills and have more control over your home’s temperature. Here’s what you need to know about how they work. Smart heating is controlled by a central thermostat that uses sensors to detect when the temperature in your home and adjust the heating accordingly. …
The Future of Home Automation and What to Expect in the Coming Years
The Future of Home Smart Home Automation From Metal Mikey to The Incredibles the concept of AI home help and the automated home has been with us for many decades! Smart Home Automation is now beginning to make our houses look a bit like something Mr Jetson might recognise. So where will the next few years take us and what is next on the list for home …
13 Benefits of Smart Home Automation that Might Surprise You
Smart homes are homes that have been equipped with technology to enable the homeowner to remotely control various devices and appliances in the home. Home automation systems can range from simple tasks like programming to turn lights on at a certain time to more complex systems, including surveillance cameras and alarm systems. Many people choose to automate their homes in order to make their everyday life more …
Smart Light Systems – 7 Ways to Improve Your Home
As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, many of us are looking for ways to improve our homes and make them more comfortable. One way to do this is to install smart home lighting. Smart home lighting can provide a number of benefits, including improved security, energy efficiency, and convenience. Here are a few ways you can get the best of use smart home …
Smart Home Installation – Frequently Asked Questions
As you begin to think about what kind of smart home installation might work for you, many questions will likely come up. What devices do I need? What’s the best way to connect everything? How much will this cost me in the long run? In this post, we’ll answer some of the most common questions about smart home installations. What is a Smart Home Automation? A Smart …
3 Reasons to Choose SMS for your In-Home Automation
As technology advances, so does the way we live our lives. One of the most prevalent ways that technology has infiltrated our homes is through home automation. There are a number of different home automation companies to choose from, but which one is right for you? Here are three reasons why Smart Homes Made Simple (S.M.S.) is the best choice for your in-home automation. 1. Experience S.M.S. …
Convenient Living: The Top 3 Benefits of a Smart Home
What is a Smart Home and How Does it Work? A smart home is a residence that uses advanced technology to provide increased home security, convenience, energy efficiency, and peace of mind. Linking various smart devices (i.e. thermostats, cameras, door locks) to an online platform or “hub” allows homeowners to monitor and control their home from one device. Utilising an internet connection, a smart home can be …
Creating the Perfect Home Cinema Room
Home Cinema Room – How to Plan What you Need Home cinema rooms are becoming increasingly popular, as they offer a great way to enjoy movies and TV shows in a comfortable and immersive setting. If you’re thinking of creating a home cinema room, there are a few things you need to take into account. First, you’ll need to choose a suitable location – ideally, a room …
How to Increase Energy Efficiency with Smart Home Automation
UK households are facing increasing energy bills as a result of fossil fuel price spikes. Smart home automation can help to increase energy savings and reduce dependence on foreign gas. By 2025, around 700,000 UK homes will be upgraded to be more energy efficient, with the goal that all buildings will be energy efficient by 2050. This will help to reduce energy bills and increase energy sufficiency. …
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