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[Infographic] What is a Smart Home?

Sep 13, 2017|

A smart home is where important features like locks, lights, thermostats, security systems, and more, get connected into one digital network with centralized control, mobile access, and built-in artificial intelligence that tracks user preferences and learns to self-adjust to user routines.

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The term 'smart home' implies intelligence

The most defining feature of a smart home rests on the distinction between automation and intelligence. A real smart home includes an artificial intelligence layer that tracks your preferred settings over time and learns to auto-adjust your home around your typical routines.

Ways to interact with a smart home

A smart home turns mundane home management tasks into magical experiences. It doesn't disrupt your life. It makes it easier.

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