STACK #241 November 2024

TECH FEATURE

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The future is now! Smart home tech is revolutionising our lives with convenience and comfort. Here’s what you need to know to set up an automated home and live like the Jetsons. Words Scott Hocking HOW TO AUTOMATE YOUR HOME

W hatever your budget, the convenience and luxury of automated living can be yours. Home automation tech is now more plentiful and affordable than ever, and there are devices to suit all needs. Automation allows you to kick back and control connected devices and appliances with a simple voice command, the tap of an app, or the press of a smart button. Start the coffee machine from bed, schedule lights to turn on and off at specified times, ask for the latest news and weather, and much more.

An automated home can save you money, too. Remote control and scheduled operations can make appliances more energy efficient, and you can also track overall usage. The elderly or those with reduced mobility can also significantly benefit from home automation, with remote or voice control and preset schedules simplifying everyday tasks. Whether you choose partial or full automation, once you’ve experienced the convenience and benefits, you’ll wonder how you lived without it.

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