STACK #245 March 2025

SMART HOME SOLUTIONS FOR ASSISTED LIVING

TECH FEATURE

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Smart Lighting

Voice-activated smart speakers Compact and simple to set-up, smart speakers are an ideal entry-level smart home device that can be positioned anywhere, and their benefits for assisted living situations are many. Speakers that support Alexa or Google voice assistants serve as central hubs for effortless hands-free control of various connected smart home devices, such as lighting, thermostats, smart locks, and more. Beyond device control, they can be a great conversational companion to combat loneliness, provide medication and appointment reminders, news and weather updates, play music, podcasts and audiobooks, and make calls to loved ones or emergency services. Just ask!

Navigating a home in the dark could result in an accidental tumble, but motion-activated lighting can considerably reduce the risk of falls by automatically lighting up rooms, hallways and pathways. Voice or app-controlled lights allow easy operation without physical effort, while carers and family members can adjust and monitor settings remotely to ensure a safe and well-lit home. Smart lighting can also be programmed to turn on and off at specific times, or flash in specific colours to signal alerts or reminders. Setting up smart lighting is simple: several smart globes – for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom – is all it takes to get started. Automated and sensor-based controls can also reduce unnecessary energy use.

Smart hubs offer the advantage of a display with a touchscreen interface for simple and intuitive control of smart home devices, and residents can check weather, calendar reminders, and more at a glance.

Amazon Echo Spot • Smart alarm clock and speaker • Control compatible smart home devices • Alexa voice control • Customisable clock face and display colour • Personalised morning routine and reminders • Multiple layers of privacy protection

Philips Hue White Ambiance 800 Lumens Bluetooth Downlight • 60W equivalent • 0.8m flex plug • Lifespan up to 25,000 hours • Fully dimmable • Control via Philips Hue Bluetooth app • Works with Alexa and Google smart speakers and hubs

WiZ Tunable White Ambient A60 B22 Smart Bulb • Bayonet fitting • Up to 806 lumens (60W) • Plug and play • Lifespan up to 25,000 • Dimmable • Control with app or voice

Amazon Echo Show 8 [Gen 3] • 8” HD touchscreen display • Built-in smart home hub • Pair and control compatible devices • Make video calls • Use as a digital photo frame • Alexa voice control

16 MARCH 2025

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