Have you ever wondered what type of cool IoT gadgets are available for your home? You may be surprised at how many there are and what they can do. Here are some of the best and most interesting ones we discovered.
Dash Wand From Amazon
If you’re an Amazon Prime member, this gadget could prove very helpful. Most people have seen the commercials for Alexa, Amazon’s voice-activated personal assistant. The Dash Wand works with Alexa to automatically order supplies and items through Amazon Prime. When you run out of an item, simply use the wireless wand to scan the bar code. The item is then automatically placed in your Amazon Prime shopping cart. For only $20, this is a great gadget to keep your supply closet or pantry full without having to sit down and key in an order. When you purchase the Amazon Dash Wand, you’ll receive a $20 credit toward your first purchase.
This IoT gadget is wireless and uses just two AA batteries. It is also magnetic so it can be hung on the refrigerator for easy access. It is also water resistant, so if someone accidentally drops it into the dish water, it will still work. This is a great addition for a busy home.
Bed Bug Monitor
We’ve all heard the horror stories about bed bugs. These are horrid little creatures that burrow into your mattress and furniture and will feed on human blood. They can cause rashes, bites, and allergies among other things and can be found almost anywhere. Even the cleanest home can end up with bed bugs if they are brought in from somewhere else.
This monitoring system, The Delta Five, will actually produce an audible alarm if bed bugs are present. The system uses non-toxic lures to trap these insects along with cockroaches, ants, and other unsavory pests.
The system includes a Wi-Fi device which is mounted on the box spring or on the headboard. When the vermin are trapped, the system delivers an image of the bug via a text or email alert. You then know to immediately call the exterminator.
Smart U Shower By Moen
This IoT gadget delivers the best shower you’ve ever had. Use the controller to customize a variety of options and create your bliss. You can choose to use the LCD screen and buttons on the controller or an iOS app to customize your shower experience. The app allows you to program up to 12 personalized options for your shower including shower time, name, temperature, greeting, and other notifications. A digital shower valve is required to install this gadget. This is purchased separately.
For many of us, the shower is the only place we can find true privacy. With this IoT gadget, we can create the perfect shower experience.
Netamo Camera
Another cool IoT device is this home surveillance camera. Installing this gadget is a great to improve the security of your home and help protect your family and your property. There are currently several home-security cameras and systems available, but the Netamo Camera is the most advanced for the money.
The camera is designed for both interior and exterior use. It replaces an existing light fixture and is controlled by using an Android or iOS app or by programming automatic settings so it turns on when there is movement.
The system uses advanced technology that will automatically note the movement and determine if it was made by a human, car or animal. You can program custom notifications so that the system doesn’t alert when your child or your pet walks through. This is one of the best IoT tools home security tools available today.
Flic
Do you want to turn any electronic item you own into a smart device? Well, Flic allows you to do that. The Flic smart Bluetooth button gives you the ability to control and press a button with the simple press of the app on your phone.
This means you can attach it to any electrical item and use it to turn them on and off. So, want to turn on your coffee machine before you get out of bed in the morning – Flic can do that. Or do you want to turn on lights or indoor water features before you go home, Flic can do that too.
