Be Safe With Smart Home Automation

Learn about and take advantage of safety and security features that come with your smart home automation devices.

09:29 13 June 2017

Smart home automation technology is becoming more and more popular due to the various benefits it offers to homeowners. It can be used to automate systems and equipment using a smartphone as a control centre. To maximise the benefits that this technology offers and to ensure your safety and security, always keep these tips in mind:

 

·       For convenience, select a hub that supports all of the devices in your home.

 

·       Invest in smart sensors – Various sensors can now be used to enable remote monitoring. These sensors send notification to your smartphone if something is amiss so you can immediately take necessary actions.

 

·       Take advantage of smart security systems – Smart motion lights, exterior lighting, and connected security cameras, among others, allow you to remotely monitor your property and prevent unauthorised access.

 

·       Understand privacy policies – Although it is no fun reading privacy policies, it is important that you understand how data from your smart home devices are used and shared. 

 

·       Secure your network – It is very important that you know how to secure your devices so they will not be exploited by hackers. Start by changing all default passwords as soon as possible.