By Thomas Finney
Recently there has been a surge in the number of smart home technologies, or technology to automate or connect parts of your home to the internet. Examples of this are things like smart speakers that can provide information on just about any topic you can think to ask it, or smart thermostats to more efficiently heat and cool your home. Below is a list of different smart home tools that you can take advantage of.

• SimpliSafe Home Security System
  • This is a security system that is connected to the internet and the user’s phone. It allows for the system to be monitored from anywhere you have access to the internet.
• Nest thermostat
  • A smart thermostat that allows for seamless control the temperature in you home by using your phone or a smart speaker. It also tracks energy consumption and can give suggestions on how to improve energy use.
• Amazon Alexa smart speaker
  • This is a device that can be used in conjunction with the other devices that are listed here. It can act as a hub for other devices or on its own as a personal assistant device. If you have a compatible thermostat, for example, you count tell Alexa to turn up the air conditioning and it will happen automatically.
• August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
  • This is a smart door lock that is enabled with Wi-Fi, so it is possible to lock or unlock your front door with an app. Another device that is connected to the Amazon Alexa, you can unlock your door with just your voice.
• Ezviz DB1C Wi-Fi Video Doorbell
  • A smart doorbell is a useful tool for a homeowner to have. It allows for you to see who is at your door by using your phone, and combined with other smart devices on this list, it allows for an extreme amount of control over your house.