Tech & Auto
8 Overlooked Smart Home Accessories Worth Giving A Try
By MARK COWLEY
Smart Plug
The Wyze smart plug is an affordable way to connect appliances that don’t have built-in connectivity features to a smart home setup.
You can connect an appliance to a wall outlet with the Wyze smart plug and control it through Wi-Fi. Each plug is directed through the Wyze app or a virtual assistant.
Smart Indoor Siren
Despite security tech being a popular smart home segment, the Netatmo smart indoor siren is one of the more overlooked accessories.
The siren gives off a 110-decibel alarm and works in conjunction with the Netatmo’s indoor security camera, using facial recognition to deter unknown persons from trying to enter.
Frame Speaker
The product of a partnership between the Swedish furniture brand and Sonos, the IKEA Symfonisk Picture Frame is a frame with a hidden speaker inside.
While not quite on par with the best dedicated smart speakers in its price bracket, it produces better sound quality than many people would assume.
Smart Button
The Flic 2 smart button allows homeowners to execute complex smart home routines set up and controlled through the Flic app.
However, the button requires a Flic smart hub, which adds to the initial setup cost. It’s worth noting that the Flic’s button isn’t the only option available.
Video Smart Lock
Combining a video doorbell's surveillance capabilities with a smart lock's usefulness, the eufy S330 is a solid addition to any home security system.
The smart lock has a camera with decent video quality and an intuitive app. Other features include loitering detection and temporary passcodes for guests to access your home.