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8 Must-Haves For Any Smart Home

By Sponsor on Sep 19, 2017 5:00AM

Our top eco-friendly, automation-fueled gadgets to make your everyday better.

These days, helping out the environment by opting for green, eco-friendly gear isn't just easy, it's downright appealing. Who can resist the idea of investing in gadgets that not only help prolong the planet's health, but actually make our everyday lives easier? Check out these smart home appliances that use technology to your advantage — from innovative security systems to the smart bulbs that cut down our electricity usage, these are the devices you didn't know you needed (until now, of course).

1. Oomi Home 2.0 Starter Kit

Unlike other piecemeal smart home platforms and hardware, the Oomi Home 2.0 Starter Kit is a universal system that covers everything from sensors, cameras, lights and more. Monitor your home's security in real time, control your lighting schedule, use environmental sensors, and more — all while seamlessly integrating with Alexa, Philips Hue, and any other Z-Wave device. 

Buy here: Get this versatile system for $599, reduced from $699. 

2. Bed Light Deluxe 2-Sensor Kit

Find your way when you get up at night without needing to turn on the light: this Bed Light Deluxe 2-Sensor Kit provides the perfect amount of soft, ambient light when you need it the most.  The kit includes an innovative LED flex strip lighting solution and one motion activated sensor, and can be mounted anywhere in your home. 

Buy here: Get this convenient lighting for $54.99, reduced from $79.99. 

3. PLAYBULB Smart Lights

Perfect for any outdoor gathering, use these PLAYBULB Smart Lights to get some light whether you're camping or hanging out in your backyard. They charge via solar power, are completely waterproof, and can be controlled from your smartphone. 

Buy here: Get these innovative lights for $44.99, reduced from $49.99. 

4. Kodak 180° Panoramic HD WiFi Security Camera

Keep an eye on your loved ones with this Kodak 180° Panoramic HD WiFi Security Camera, featuring an expansive, crisp view of any room you put it in. This camera includes two-way audio, a host of automation and detection features—all in HD footage, ensuring it's the perfect security solution for your home and office. 

Buy here: Get this sophisticated security camera for $94.99, reduced from $99. 

5. Revogi 'Smart Meter' Bluetooth Outlet

Just plug the Revogi 'Smart Meter' Bluetooth Outlet into your AC outlet, and you'll gain total wireless control of your electronics and appliances. Not only can you set up schedules for turning devices on and off at specified times, but you can even optimize your electric usage by viewing full breakdowns of where you're spending the most on your energy bill.

Buy here: Get this mighty outlet for $19.99, or 42% off the usual price of $34.99.

6. Revogi Smart Bluetooth LED Bulb

The color-changing, dimming Revogi Smart Bluetooth LED Bulb doesn't just niftily change up the mood of your space through your smartphone — they also use up 90% less energy than traditional bulbs. Plus, you can set up smart timers and control up to ten bulbs at once from the app. 

Buy here: Get this clever bulb for $24.99, 44% off the usual price of $44.99. 

7. Nanoleaf Smarter Kit: Voice-Controlled Lighting

This Nanoleaf Smarter Kit allows your voice to act like the light switch. The included bulbs are energy efficient with programmable triggers that adjust your light accordingly and seamlessly, using either the accompanying app or your voice. 

Buy here: Get this system for $94.99, reduced from $99. 

8. Sinji Wide Angle Smart WiFi Camera

This Sinji Wide Angle Smart WiFi Camera gives you a crystal clear view of whatever it is you're monitoring, featuring 960p HD resolution, infrared technology that works in light or dark, the ability to rotate or zoom in on an app and more. 

Buy here: Get real-time security footage for $59.99, or 57% off the usual price of $139.99. 

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