Self-monitoring homes that are attuned to their owners’ personal preference are now no longer only for the mega-rich.
When people think about smart homes, they might think about houses that speak to their residents before brewing perfect cappuccinos and preparing breakfast. While the smart house as personal chef still remains science fiction, new technologies create personalized environments.
New smart homes can be linked to the Internet which enables homeowners to monitor their home online. Some homes can send e-mails or text messages to homeowners, letting them know when doors are locked or unlocked, or when other residents open cabinets. Home automation means that when someone arrives home, the doors unlock, lights go on and the thermostat adjusts.
As the price of these technologies lowers, more middle-class homeowners have embraced smart technologies. In 2006, builders included structured wiring, which allows high-speed video transmission, in almost 50 percent of new homes.
Many people have smart appliances, if not smart homes. Motion-sensor lights, programmable thermostats and sound-control surround systems are all “smart” technologies.
Smart technologies can improve resale value and help protect homes. Those looking to boost their properties’ IQ should consider adapting to new technologies.
But there's more to it.
One smart product, Protec24, launched by a Canadian based company called Protection Plus has been revolutionary for those with an active and healthy lifestyle. In case you're wondering, it's a personal emergency response system that's particularly useful for the elderly folks.
Here's a video of how it works: Protec24
The best part is you get to wear it around your neck like an accessory and help is just a click away. An alert is sent to the monitoring centre. If anything were to happen to you while you're in your home, all you got to do is press the button.
While there are many examples of smart home appliances, this one serves the purpose rather well - to protect your loved ones.
