Imagine controlling your coffee maker from your smartphone, streaming music through your showerhead from your tablet, or having lights turn on automatically as you enter a room. These aren't sci-fi dreams—they're reality with today's smart home tech.
With holidays approaching, these innovative devices make perfect gifts that blend convenience, fun, and efficiency. New to smart homes? Check our introduction to smart home devices: What is a smart home? and insights from Ben Stutt, who lived in a smart home for 20 years. They're not gimmicks—they deliver real value.
The Amazon Echo is far more than a speaker. Featuring far-field voice recognition, it responds to commands from across the room, handling queries like "Will it rain today?", setting alarms, or playing specific music—no buttons required.
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Discover how it transforms homes in our Amazon Echo review: How the Amazon Echo can make your home a smart home.
This brewer exceeds expectations. Paired with the free WeMo app (compatible with other Belkin WeMo products), control brewing remotely for fresh coffee anytime.
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Built-in Wi-Fi simplifies setup and scheduling. It brews a full 10-cup carafe in just seven minutes.
Elevate meal prep with this WeMo-controlled slow cooker. Adjust times, temperatures, or power remotely—perfect for busy households.
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Its six-quart capacity suits families; lid and bowl are dishwasher-safe. A step above traditional programmable models.
Lawn care made effortless. This sprinkler uses Wi-Fi to access real-time weather data, optimizing watering to save up to 30% on usage and costs.
Integrates seamlessly with Nest, Wink, and IFTTT. See how smart devices save energy and money.
Shower with tunes: This showerhead includes a removable Bluetooth speaker streaming from phones, tablets, or laptops up to 32 feet away.
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Available in 2.0 or 2.5 GPM flows. Pair with a smart sink faucet for a high-tech bathroom.
Boost family dental habits with this app-connected brush. 3D sensors provide real-time feedback via the Kolibree app, plus games for kids.
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One of many cool smart gadgets you'll want.
Among top smart plugs, Zuli stands out with power monitoring, dimming, and 'Zuli Presence'—three units detect motion in zones to auto-control devices.
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App-controlled remotely. Explore which smart plug is best.
Peace of mind in a camera: 130° view, 720p HD, night vision, two-way audio, motion alerts, and cloud storage for 30 days. Setup in under a minute.
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Enhance with smart locks you can unlock with your phone.
Proven robot vacuum with sensors for full-home navigation, three-stage cleaning, HEPA filters for allergens, and weekly scheduling.
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A luxury worth it. See which smart home features are truly valuable.
Smart homes needn't break the bank—explore affordable home automation and true smart home costs. These gifts deliver lasting value. Address security concerns for confidence.
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