La domótica aims to make our lives easier. Simplify those monotonous tasks that we repeat day after day. Making your home smart has never been so cheap. However, it is a bit difficult to immerse yourself in this world without being very clear about what to buy. In this article we will tell you five basic products with which you can start a smart home for less than 30 euros per device. Go for it.
EchoDot 4
To start automating your home, the first thing you need is a device that controls the rest of the devices. This is the most important device you buy, as it will define whether you will use Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant. In this case, we have opted for Alexa because it is the system we use at home. Of all the Amazon speakers, the EchoDot 4 is the one with the best value for money. It performs well, listens to commands better than its predecessor, and also has a great design.
See offer on AmazonBroadlink RM4 Mini
This device cannot be missing in a home with automation. To sum it up in some simple way, it is nothing more than a remote control universal. The Broadlink RM4 Mini is used to make a bridge between our non-smart devices and our virtual assistant. This gadget has a huge list of compatible devices. All we have to do is find those virtual controls and configure them to use them with Alexa voice commands. Both setup and use are really easy. And also, it allows clone remote controls which is great in case the device you want to configure is not listed in the app.
See offer on AmazonTP-Link Tapo L530E bulbs – Pack of 2 units
There is a lot of smart bulbs in the market, even at all the prices you can imagine. The most famous are those from Philips, but those from TP-Link are quite well known because they allow you to configure any type of color and are not particularly expensive. Lights are one of the key elements in any home automation system. Our recommendation is that you place these bulbs in the most important areas of your home. So you can quickly appreciate the usefulness of using smart lights.
Usmart Smart Power Strip
Another way to make a device of a lifetime smart is through a programmable socket. There are a lot of devices from different brands, but the really profitable thing is to get a power strip. This model has three independent sockets, and its price is quite interesting. With this product you will be able to control any device of a lifetime by turning it off or starting it with the current. It doesn't matter that you are inside or outside the house.
Govee – Alexa LED Strip
We will end this review with this Govee LED strip. It is a model of 5 meters fully programmable and controlled by virtual assistants. It is perfect to place behind a television or in an office.
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