Take Control with your Smartphone

It’s all about technology and convenience these days. I know it’s hard to juggle multiple things in this fast paced life but with technology, it’s never been easier. We now have technology and tools not to help us with almost any task. One such tool we all have is our cell phone – a tool that allows us to start, manage and finish any task instantaneously.

Jonathan Deesing on the Housecall blog does a great job in telling us 7 Ways to Take Control with Your Smartphone.

Have you ever wondered what goes on at your home while you’re at work all day? Or wished you could remember whether you turned out the light before you left in the morning? If you’ve got a busy schedule that keeps you out of the house, it’s easy to feel out of touch with the security and well-being of your humble abode. That’s why hooking up your home to your smartphone is the best decision you can make. It’s an easy and convenient way to ensure everything is in order, even when you can’t physically check in. But that’s just the beginning of the benefits. With the right tech, your smartphone can become a remote control for all types of home technology. Single-Feature or Whole-Home Control—All Through Your Phone There are plenty of smart home brands and systems that can give you easy mobile control. Some are designed to help you manage one specific product or function—the Philips Hue and its companion app help users manage lighting, while WeMo gives users control over smart outlets. Other systems, like ADT Pulse or Vivint Smart Home Security, offer more universal control, incorporating everything from alarms and cameras to thermostats and locks. Whether you choose to start small with just one smart gadget or go big with a full-on security system with automation, mobile-connected smart technology comes with a lot of big benefits.

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