The high-tech home: smart home ideas and gadgets that’ll change your life.
We don’t know about you, but we’re huge fans of any tech that makes our lives easier.
ICYMI, home tech has come a long way in the last few years, and living an analogue life has become a thing of the past.
We’ve done the legwork and found some of the latest and greatest smart home ideas and gadgets that’ll make your daily routines more effortless than ever. From smart doorbells to smart lights, get ready to increase the IQ of your home with these must-have gadgets.
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Stay safer.
The hottest smart home idea for the digital age – home security tech. With cutting-edge gadgets like facial recognition doorbells, app-controlled locks, and AI-powered cameras, you'll be the master of your castle - all from your smartphone!
Sick of fumbling with your keys? The Samsung Smart Wi-Fi Door Lock lets you easily lock and unlock your door with a push of a button on your phone or with voice commands. You can even give access to guests or service providers with temporary codes. How good’s that?
The Google Nest Doorbell levels up your front door with the latest smart home tech. The sleek and wireless camera not only lets you see who's at your doorstep in HD but also allows for two-way audio communication. The Uber Eats driver never has to see you in your PJs again – phew!
Sleep like a baby every night with the 2C Pro 2K Security System and Homebase (4 Camera) from eufy. Featuring 2K resolution cameras that capture every detail in crystal-clear clarity (even at night!) and 100% wireless technology, it’s never been easier to protect your home.
Live smarter.
If you want to talk about smart home ideas, you can’t go past the gadgets that keep your home connected, organised and easier to enjoy.
For the Apple product stans, meet HomePod mini – the tiny but mighty smart speaker that fills your entire room with immersive 360-degree audio. And with everyone’s favourite personal assistant, Siri, you can control your smart home and get help with everyday tasks. It’s giving PA, and we’re so here for it.
Looking to connect your home like never before with the Google Nest Home Hub 2nd Gen. With just one tap – or your voice – control your music, videos, smart home devices, calendar and more.
Speaking of convenience, Samsung’s 50” THE FRAME QLED 4K SMART TV (2022) is the queen of keeping your downtime easy breezy. With voice search and crystal-clear picture quality up to 4K and HDR, streaming your favourite content just got so much more luxe.
Gadget it up.
Keen to dive into the world of smart homes but don’t know where to start? Stock up on some smaller gadgets and gizmos that’ll bring your home life into 2023.
Smart sockets? What a time to be alive. With features like remote control, scheduling and voice commands through Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, TP-Link’s TAPO MINI SMART WI-FI SOCKETS prove that even your power outlets can get the smart treatment.
Because pets deserve home tech, too! With Tech4Pets 7L Smart Pet Feeder with 1080P Camera, you can set up meal times remotely using the Laser SmartHome App, send push notifications and even get a live video feed of your pet. And the best part? You can speak to them through the feeder. Little Peanut will love hearing that you love them throughout the day.
Keen on creating vibes? Make your home vibey with Connect SmartHome’s 10W Multi-colour Smart Light Bulb. With endless possibilities to match any mood or occasion, you'll never be bored with plain old white lights again. Sorry ‘warm white’, your reign is over.
Live smarter with Afterpay.
Keen to go forth and make your home a genius with these smart home ideas? From AI home assistants to cutting-edge tech like Google Nests and smart TVs, your home will never be the same again.
So, whether you're controlling your home with a simple voice command or streaming your fave shows oh-so-seamlessly, the future of smart living is right at your fingertips. Embrace the smart revolution and let Afterpay bring the future to your doorstep. Your smarter, more connected home awaits!
