Everything seems to be ‘smart’ these days, from cars to coffee makers — but what vision does ‘smart home’ conjure in your mind? Is it one of a home cinema and a multi-room audio/visual experience? Is it of a house that responds as you wake with lighting, automatic blinds and smart heating? Perhaps it’s one that you feel secure in? Is it one you can control with your voice, phone, or both? The truth is, it can be all of this.
The last couple of decades have seen huge changes in the smart home market, the range of options, the cost, the main players and ease of installation. But certainly, one thing hasn’t changed — it can be confusing. Over the next few pages we aim to scythe through the…
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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, June 2018