Switching it up for a better lifestyle

You’ve made it to the weekend after a long, demanding work week. A spring breeze cuts through the air as you stand on the sidelines of your child’s netball or soccer game. Despite the chill, a brilliant idea occurs to you. Taking out your smartphone, you turn on the spa, and now its soothing waters await.

This has been made possible by a wireless switch application, and here are some more examples of its use that merges technology with comfort…

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At a time when crime is resurging in almost every neighbourhood, the prospect of leaving one’s home unattended during a vacation would make anyone anxious. The app, however, provides a clever solution. By scheduling the lighting of your property, along with the flicker of a television screen, and at precise intervals, you can craft the appearance that life has continued. And to potential burglars, the façade of an occupied residence will appear less attractive.

Another feature is the ability to control your home’s temperature. After a challenging workday, you can turn on your home heating, so you are met with a cosy and warm environment – no more waiting for it to warm up or cool down.

This app extends its abilities to your holiday home as well… Gone are the days when you’d arrive at your holiday home and ensure the first thing you remembered to do was turn the hot water on. With this app, you can turn the hot water on before you make the trip and start enjoying your holiday as soon as you get there.

It works the other way too – no longer shall the worry of forgotten appliances bother you; a simple check through the app will set your mind at ease.

These examples are just a glimpse into the world of smart homes, where wireless connectivity controls lights and appliances from anywhere with an internet connection.

Compatibility with virtual assistants such as Amazon’s Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit elevates your power to the level of voice command. Combine technology and convenience by whispering, “Goodnight Alexa,” from the sanctuary of your bed, and watch as the world around you fades into the night.

This power is not just limited to your home; watch as Chris, in the videos below, commands the lights in the French Electrical showroom using voice commands.

Our primary tool for shaping this future is the Wiser Home Control set of products that can be tailored to your home or office. Its installation is effortless, and you can add more capabilities as you want.

If you want a more stylish and eco-friendly home, you are welcome to come and visit us at our showroom, or we can come to you for a consultation.

Stay tuned for our upcoming article on security cameras, a fascinating addition to your smart home system, which seamlessly integrates with the same app we’ve been discussing. These security cameras not only offer peace of mind, they allow you the convenience of control.

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