As we strive towards the betterment of the future, smart devices with innovative technology and ideas have been in demand. Today, there are more than thousands of smart devices available both offline and online to make our lives easy. I came across ten such smart devices that are unique and ease out routine tasks.
To know which are the smart devices, check out the top ten smart devices that I have listed below:
1. Amazon Fire TV Stick
Amazon Firestick has rapidly gained popularity among the masses due to its attractive features. Although many smart TVs are available in the market that support online viewing and streaming videos, you can choose Amazon Fire Stick and get all the features. It can be attached to the TV’s HDMI port and needs WiFi to stream videos, movies, series, etc.
One can also view programs from Amazon Prime, Netflix, YouTube, etc. It comes with an Alexa remote control that can assist the Firestick. You can also listen to Spotify, Amazon Music, and more.
2. Miracast Dongle
This device has been grabbing attention due to its easy-to-use feature. The Miracast dongle is a device that can mirror the screen on Android phones on the TV. It duplicates the screen of Android phones, tablets, and PCs and makes it easy to use the apps.
You can also watch videos and movies with good-quality home audio systems. This smart device’s most attractive feature is that it doesn’t rely on the home’s WiFi. It has WiFi direct technology.
3. Tile Sport
This is my favorite smart device, and trust me, after learning about its functions and features, you will buy it, too. Tile Sport is a device that can attach to anything, such as keychains, bags, etc. There are many instances when you can’t find your car keys, but with this invention, you will never face this problem.
An app for Tile Sport on iOS and Apple needs to be downloaded and activated to activate the device. You can locate the item attached to the Tile Sport within 300 meters of range as the Tile Sport starts making a loud noise. This noise helps you locate the lost item. It comes with a replaceable battery and can also be used to find your phone if you have forgotten where you kept your phone last.
4. Google Chromecast
Google Chromecast is one of the best smart device options for streaming content on the TV. It can be plugged into the HDMI port, and videos, series, and movies can be streamed. It also comes with WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, which helps you stream videos from your tablet, phone, or PC to the TV.
Google Chromecast is compact and easy to set up. Its most attractive feature is that it is budget-friendly and compatible with Google Home.
5. Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen)
The Amazon Echo Dot 5th Generation is a small smart speaker that’s better than the one before it, with nicer sound and more smart home tricks. It resembles the older models but sounds much better, with clearer music and voices. It can also do more with smart home gadgets, making it easier to control things in your house just by talking to it.
This new Echo Dot is also made with the environment in mind, using recycled materials. It works well with Alexa, Amazon’s virtual assistant, so you can ask it to play music, turn on lights, or tell you the weather with just your voice. It’s a smart choice if you want to make your home more modern and do a bit of good for the planet, too.
6. Nest Cam IQ
I would recommend this smart device for home security and surveillance. The camera has a 4K sensor and an 8 MP camera. It can view up to 130 degrees and can zoom in. It also has built-in infrared light for night vision.
You can also check on your house by downloading the Nest app on your iOS or Android phone. It gives you alerts and helps you view them in case you miss them. It provides 24/7 HD live video in 1080P. The major attractive feature is that you can view what happened in the last 3 hours with the app’s help.
7. Thermopeanut Smart Thermometer
This smart Bluetooth thermometer is one of a kind. It can connect to any Bluetooth device on iOS or Android. It gives data for the temperature in the room and also views the temperature history of the surroundings. The device can also tell about temperature changes.
If there is a tablet at home with Bluetooth connectivity, it can be linked to the thermometer through its app. The device can alert you if the temperature rises beyond one point and indicate when the AC will start. The most attractive features of the device are its size and ease of setup process.
8. Google Wifi Router
Google never fails to introduce new-gen tech into its devices. This WiFi router is not ordinary; it is wireless and uses a mesh network to strengthen WiFi connectivity in bigger spaces. It uses Google Network Assistant to connect to the wireless WiFi.
This router is easy to set up and compact, making it perfect for offices and homes. The Google WiFi app manages the router’s network. The device is compatible with both iOS and Android.
9. Philips Hue LED Starter Kit
These bulbs are the most innovative and proficient smart bulbs on the market. It comes with an app that can be used to operate these bulbs. The bulbs are dimmable and are controlled by its app; however, it doesn’t change colors. These bulbs are affordable, easy to use, and work with all smart home systems.
10. TP-Link Smart Plug
TP-link smart plug is the top-rated choice of smart plugs for customers. This plug is affordable and user-friendly. The plug can switch the device on/off with the app’s help. The app is available for both iOS and Android phones. This smart plug needs WiFI to work efficiently.
Also, the plug can be controlled by a voice assistant. It is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, etc. The most attractive feature of this plug is that you can schedule the device’s working time and control it from anywhere through its app.
