Thanks to neverending technological advancements, almost every part of the home can now be transformed into a smart hub. If you’ve already shifted to smart lighting, plugs, and more, then maybe it’s time to consider another upgrade: smart blinds.
What are smart blinds?
Smart blinds are automatic, motorized blinds that integrate with your smart home by connecting to your phone via an app or remote via WiFi or Bluetooth. You can also control it using voice control via your smart assistant.
From Zemismart Flagship Store
There are two ways you can achieve having smart blinds. If you already have blinds in your home, you can buy a motorized chain roller or window blinds controller, like the Zemismart Smart Roller Shade Driver. This connects to your existing curtains or blinds and can be operated using voice control or an app. You can buy it on Lazada for around P4,799.
From IKEA Official Website
Another is to buy electric blinds like the IKEA FYRTUR, a black-out roller blind. These come with a remote control and a signal repeater, which is needed for the wireless function. The blinds can be connected to the IKEA Home smart app so you can control your wireless blinds easily. You can buy it on their website starting at P9,990.
Smart blinds aren’t just for show—with the ability to extend, retract, or tilt automatically, they can be pretty useful for homeowners. If you’re considering buying one, here are 5 reasons that might convince you.
- They help save energy.
When programmed correctly, smart blinds can be energy-efficient. You can schedule it to block the sun at certain times of the day, which helps regulate the temperature inside a room if you’re using air conditioning.
You can also use it as a complement to smart lighting. You can use it as a trigger so your lights automatically turn off when the blinds open and vice versa. This can help cut down on electricity.
- They give additional security.
Smart blinds can be programmed to open or close on an automated schedule. This is especially helpful if you’re not at home but want to give off the appearance that someone is inside the house by opening and closing the blinds each day.
- They can help you sleep better.
Smart blinds can help regulate your nighttime routine by signaling when it’s time for bed. Just schedule it to shutter when you’re about to go to sleep! It will also block outside light, which helps you sleep better.
- They can help wake you up in the mornings.
Waking up naturally in the morning can help you feel more refreshed and functional throughout the day. Schedule your blinds to open an hour before your alarm goes off so that it can let the sunshine in gradually to wake you up.
- They’re convenient.
Like all devices in your smart home, smart blinds are designed for convenience. For nights when you want more privacy but don’t want to get off the couch or crawl out of bed, or during lazy afternoons when you’re relaxing on the sofa and want to let some light in, adjusting your blinds through voice command or an app is easy peasy. Doing this will make you feel like you’re also living in luxury!
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