6 Tech Tools to Transform Your Home
- Rick Smith
- Feb 9
- 4 min read
Updated: Feb 27
Technology today offers homeowners some great devices to make life better in your home. Smart devices provide the ability to turn any device to turn on/off, control the house temperature, view cameras, check your garage door, monitor security and much more. And the best part? - They can all be installed and operated by anyone!
Here are 6 tech devices that can transform your home, and simplify your day to day life.
This is my favorite home tech device, and its probably the least expensive of them all. Designed for efficiency and control, the Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini provides independent management for any electronic device in a compact design. Its low-profile and slender build allow it to discreetly fit behind furniture or in tight spaces. The right-angled plug ensures that neighboring in-wall outlets remain accessible, maximizing your overall outlet usage. Additionally, you can use the "always on" USB port on the smart plug even while its controlling any device(s). You can purchase these individually, or as a "4-pack" which is perfect for any home.
One of the easiest controllable thermostats available today! Its sleek design and easy to use controls make it a great addition to any home! The simple programming allows you to raise/lower the temperature any time of day, as well as the complete week. Built in motion sensing can also control the temps based on your settings for being "home" or "away". The device allows you to manage the controls from the wall mounted unit or from the ecobee app on your phone. If you have setup a "smart home", this device can be added to enhance the use by allowing voice command to change the settings. A "must have" device for you home! (Click Here to purchase)
These cameras are a great solution to monitor your home both inside and out. The price is great, allowing you to buy multiple cameras to cover your backyard, your garage, your front door, and even to monitor the baby while its sleeping. The setup is a breeze using the WYZE app on your phone. You simply open the app, and you have access to all your cameras in one spot. The app will notify you of any movement picked up by any camera, and WYZE offers 24/7 local recording too, to capture those events for replay at another time. Get unmatched security with Wyze Cam v4. Crystal-clear 2.5K QHD resolution, Enhanced Color Night Vision, and motion-activated spotlight keep your home safe day or night. Thes WYZE cameras are also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for ultimate convenience.
Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro combines a 180° wide-angle lens and 2.5K QHD video so you can see your yard end-to-end in more detail than ever. It relies on evolutionary onboard AI computer vision to detect motion and turns on the adjustable 3,000 lumen LED lights only from objects you select, like people and vehicles. All the features of the WYZE Home Security Camera are in this device but is enhanced with the floodlights which turn on when motion is noticed. You have a high-powered security camera with bright lights that thinks and responds like a personal home security guard—Works with both 2.4 & 5Ghz WiFi signals. (Click Here to purchase)
If you don't own a device like this, you should! The Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) offers access to Alexa to answer your questions, gives you weather details, allows you to make and receive voice and video calls, plays music at your command, provides a photo slide show of images you want to display, and even allows you to watch videos (Prime Video, Netflix, others). The Echo has an edge-to-edge glass display, louder speakers, an improved processor and a centered camera for more natural video calls. It also now serves as a smart home hub. The Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) is the Alexa-powered smart display to get if you want a larger display but not one that’s too large for your kitchen or bedroom. Set these on you kitchen counter, in your shop, and even in your bedroom. You'll never be out of touch! (Click Here to purchase)
If you're like me, you always want to know the latest weather. The Newentor Wireless Indoor Outdoor Weather Station can provide you with the instant conditions outside your home. With the ability to connect to three different outdoor sensors (only one is included), it can monitor temperature and weather conditions in multiple areas at once. This home weather station’s large, colorful, easy-to-read display is fantastic! It shows both the outdoor and indoor temperature as well as humidity, time and date, moon phase, barometric pressure, and forecast. The frost-alert function calculates temperature and humidity levels to predict when frost will occur. You setup customized weather alerts as well. The display also has a USB port for charging devices nearby. This device can be placed anywhere in the house so you will be prepared for the weather outside! (Click Here to purchase)
These six tech gadgets are easy to set up and simplify your daily routine! Click on the links to get your smart home going!
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