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The 4 Smartest Gadgets for Your Luxury Home
With the arrival of more and more smart gadgets, especially the
luxurious homes benefit of course. Smart gadgets make life easier: you
will have less on your mind and why shouldn’t technology work for you?
In this article we give you 4 awesome gadgets that make your life much easier.
1) Koubachi Wi-Fi Plant Sensor
The Koubachi Wi-Fi Plant Sensor is a nifty device that will make sure that you stay on the ball with watering your plants. It will give you a notification when your plants need fertilizer, water or needs to be moved in terms of sunlight. The device is on the market starting at $99 (indoor) or $129 (outdoor version).
2) Philips Hue
Light is static in most houses, and sometimes you have a dimmer in place if the situation asks for it. With Philips Hue however, light is finally brought in the digital age. You can control the light bulbs with your smartphone, making them brighter or changing their color with the touch of your finger. The best part is that you can automatically let the lights come on when you step into your home. The basic starter kit starts at $199.
3) Lockitron
With a big house come big responsibilities. Sometimes you already know who’s at the door, especially since a lot of people now announce their arrival through their smartphone - but you would still have to walk to the door. With the Lockitron, you can open up your door using your smartphone, saving you the walk. It’s available from $179.
4) Whirlpool’s 6th Sense Live technology
We all know Whirlpool from the great refrigerators and washing machines that they make. Now, with their latest line of technology, they make those appliances smart. You can track energy levels, temperatures, and programs for all your appliances with the touch of your finger. Want to know if the washing machine is done? Just check your smartphone!
1) Koubachi Wi-Fi Plant Sensor
The Koubachi Wi-Fi Plant Sensor is a nifty device that will make sure that you stay on the ball with watering your plants. It will give you a notification when your plants need fertilizer, water or needs to be moved in terms of sunlight. The device is on the market starting at $99 (indoor) or $129 (outdoor version).
2) Philips Hue
Light is static in most houses, and sometimes you have a dimmer in place if the situation asks for it. With Philips Hue however, light is finally brought in the digital age. You can control the light bulbs with your smartphone, making them brighter or changing their color with the touch of your finger. The best part is that you can automatically let the lights come on when you step into your home. The basic starter kit starts at $199.
3) Lockitron
With a big house come big responsibilities. Sometimes you already know who’s at the door, especially since a lot of people now announce their arrival through their smartphone - but you would still have to walk to the door. With the Lockitron, you can open up your door using your smartphone, saving you the walk. It’s available from $179.
4) Whirlpool’s 6th Sense Live technology
We all know Whirlpool from the great refrigerators and washing machines that they make. Now, with their latest line of technology, they make those appliances smart. You can track energy levels, temperatures, and programs for all your appliances with the touch of your finger. Want to know if the washing machine is done? Just check your smartphone!
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Alain Pinel Realtors,
Atherton Homes,
Current Technology,
Easier Life,
Future Technology,
Gadgets for the Home,
Luxury Gadgets,
Luxury Goods,
Luxury Products,
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Palo Alto,
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