STACK #221 March 2023

TECH FEATURE

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LOCATION, LOCA

The real estate catchcry also applies to the positioning of smart devices throughout the home. From security, lighting and everyday

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appliances, to entertainment, energy saving accessories and more, we’ve compiled a comprehensive room

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by-room guide to the key devices you need to build the ultimate smart home. Words Bec Summer

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1 HUBS pg 16 2 SPEAKERS pg 16 3 PLUGS pg 16

Each smart home device has been assigned a number and positioned on the floorplan above according to the room(s) where it/they will serve you best – some devices will suit multiple rooms. On the following pages you can explore the benefits they bring to automated living, as well as some product recommendations that range from entry level to advanced.

10 LIGHTING pg 24 11 PHOTO FRAMES pg 26 12 ROLLER SHADES pg 26

4 SECURITY CAMERAS pg 18 5 VIDEO DOORBELLS pg 20 6 MOTION SENSORS pg 20 7 DOOR ANDWINDOW SENSORS pg 20 8 LOCKS pg 22 9 GARAGE DOOR OPENERS pg 22

13 A/C CLIMATE CONTROL pg 26 14 AIR QUALITY MONITORS pg 26 15 WATER CONTROLLER pg 26 16 SMART TVS pg 28

14 MARCH 2023

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