Today we are going to see several of these products, they are not excessively expensive, and with just one of them many routines that we have in our home will become easier and faster. In addition, thanks to the Internet connection we can manage many of them from anywhere.
Cheap gadgets compatible with Alexa
We will talk about the most common and useful gadgets, although there are thousands of them, surely if you are a fan of home automation you will already have them all. But for anyone wanting to get started in this world, they are essential.
smart socket
We start with one of the most economical and useful options at the same time. A smart socket with which we can remotely turn on or off a fan, a lamp or simply program the schedule of the LED lights in our aquarium. Very practical, this can also be done from your mobile phone anywhere. For example, you can turn on an electric stove before arriving home. In addition, its price is very economical.
smart bulb
Another of the most used and economical gadgets are the smart or halogen bulbs themselves, of which we can change the color, increase and decrease the intensity, etc. They can be attached to a ceiling light, a lamp or bedside lamp and any device that accepts a bulb.
Light switch
You may not want to change all the light bulbs in your room and simply want to turn a space on and off using the usual key or switch. In this case you can change it for this smart and you will have two modes of use. With contact, as always, or via Alexa/app from anywhere. You no longer need to get out of bed to turn off the light. Additionally, the key may have one or more buttons, depending on your needs.
LED strips
Although they are very common and everyone knows them, they cannot be missing from the list. LED strips you can use to decorate a space or simply as a backlight to watch TV or have some clarity in your room without having to turn everything on. There are many meters and they are all controlled using Alexa, although you can also do it with a remote control.
WiFi camera
If you have an Echo Show this product cannot be missing, but if you don’t have it it is also a great option. A 24-hour surveillance camera with built-in microphone that you can control and view via Alexa and at a price to suit every budget. With motion detector, night vision, notification alerts and much more. For 25 dollars you can’t ask for more.
Door/window sensor
If you are always looking for more security, this product is essential. A sensor that will notify you when a door or window has been opened. You can control it through its app, receiving notifications. Additionally, you can ask Alexa if a door or window was left open and she will answer you. This also works for drawers or anything else you can think of and/or need.
doorbell with camera
Replace your old doorbell with this much more modern one. With it you will not only be able to customize the tone, but you will also be able to see who is calling you on the other side through its electronic peephole, both through your mobile phone and your Alexa device if it has a screen. The Full HD quality camera and its ultra-simple installation make it an ideal product for all types of people. There are also devices to directly open a gate or door remotely, in case you want to complete it.
Garage door open
This item is designed for people with their own garage, where you can open the garage door via the Alexa app. You no longer have to get up to open the door for someone, just tell your Echo, “Alexa, open the garage door.” Its installation is not very difficult, it will come with a manual so you can do it yourself.
Electronic lock
Although this product is not very economical, it is an ideal option to never find yourself without keys. You can open your home door via your cell phone, even to another person in an emergency from anywhere (a separate Hub of your own brand is required). This is very useful, you will no longer need to get out of bed unless you remember if you closed the door at night or left the house and forgot to do so.
Universal remote controller
And what do you tell me about this marvel? “Alexa turns on the air conditioning”, or simply “Alexa turns on Telecinco and increases the volume”. With this remote control compatible with any device that has one (TV, speakers, monitor, air conditioning, projector, DVD, etc.) you will no longer need to search for it between the sheets or zap it with your voice.
There are other accessories such as an automatic rail so that your curtains open at the same time as your alarm rings or even an air quality analyzer which will tell you if the place is healthy or not. However, these uses are more specific and less common, but there are thousands of products like this, for anything you can imagine.
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