Smart home systems can make life less complicated and more comfortable by automating everything from the entertainment center to the coffee pot. Plus, these gadgets are becoming more intuitive every day. Thanks to various automation system companies, wireless voice technology continues to improve. Here are a few cool innovations you may not have heard about.

Why You Need a Smart Home System

1. Automated Locks

There are several versions of smart-home compatible locks on the market. Some will unlock when you approach the door and lock as you move away, while others can be checked or engaged via voice activation. Users can ask home controllers if the garage or front door is currently bolted — if not, then it can secure them remotely. Install these features on sheds, in the home, or on the garage.

2. Improved Surveillance

Cameras are already excellent for managing an exterior perimeter and monitoring inside the home, but newer, wireless systems are easier to install. Besides, high-definition cameras have dropped in price significantly. They can be used on the porch, at the back gate, inside the baby’s room, or at an elderly relative’s house — with permission. Feeds are accessible via a tablet or computer, and you can turn them on and off through an app or via voice control.

3. Smart Intercom System

An intercom system is convenient for communicating to others in the home without shouting, but a smart home system can do so much more. Connect it to your entertainment system to hear music throughout the house, or link it to the door intercom to talk to a delivery person from anywhere in the house. Set up video conferencing and send files and videos to one another — a particularly useful tool for home businesses. These systems are only limited by your imagination.

When you decide to upgrade your home with a smart home system, trust the experts at Resolutions – Sights, Sounds, Simplicity in Dayton, OH. Their highly trained technicians are familiar with the newest audiovisual technologies and have over 10 years of experience helping customers from Montgomery County to Cincinnati. Call (937) 985-4364 for a free in-home consultation, or request a smart home installation quote online.