You can never have too many smart devices at home– these tools help us do things more efficiently and add greater convenience than ever!
Bring on the battle of the smart screens!
Let’s discover the difference between a smart display and a smart mirror, and even how they fare against your tablet and even a digital display frame. What’s more, you need a fast and reliable internet connection to power up your home the smart way–and PLDT Home Fiber Plus plans can do all that, and more!
Here’s a comparison and contrast between these smart devices:
Your smart assistant, but better: what is a smart display?
You can liken a smart display to an upgraded version of your smart speaker. These devices function the same way your at-home virtual assistant can do: they can serve as the centralized hub for your smart home, answer your questions, search the Internet for you, check your calendar, and add items to your shopping list, among other things.
Some smart displays have an actual touchscreen feature, providing you with actual photos or videos. This makes it infinitely easier for those of us who are more visual–say, you’re looking for a recipe online or need information on directions to a specific location.
The main difference between a smart display and a tablet is functionality. A smart display is more streamlined to controlling the rest of your smart home ecosystem, which a tablet can only do, one device at a time. A smart display, much like your smart assistant, also has to be at a fixed point in your home–much like a landline or an alarm clock.
And then there’s also the smart mirror, an emerging player in the smart home market. How exactly is it different from a smart display?
Through the looking glass: smart mirrors, explained
A smart mirror can definitely let you do more than just check your OOTD and take your selfies. It houses a digital display behind the glass and can connect to your home’s WiFi. In addition, some models have built-in LED lights that you can adjust according to your preferences. You can also use your smart mirror for fitness, with some options having a built-in digital trainer on screen that allows you to watch the exercise routine and yourself as you exercise.
Depending on the make and model, a smart mirror can also function as a smart TV with built-in apps for entertainment; it can also double as a tablet, where you can make video calls, check emails, and download your most-used Android apps.
Which display is for you?
There are so many display options available on the market today, and you may be wondering which one would fit your purposes best.
A smart display, simply put, can control your smart home devices and serve as your digital assistant.
A smart mirror helps you with your workouts and serves as an entertainment hub for your room. And unlike a digital photo frame, a smart mirror can do so much more than showcase your favorite family or travel photos. Instead, it's much wider range of functionality makes it a helpful tool for your workouts or even streaming your favorite shows and listening to music.
Ultimately, it boils down to what you need and your preferences–and with more smart devices coming out in the near future, you’ll definitely find a smart device that suits your budget, and that’ll be fully maximized in your smart home.
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