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Almost everything today is digitally connected , whether at home or on the go. Connected
technology saves you time with everything from smart phones to smart home..First up … a
laptop is a must! Made for today’s mobile multi-taskers, the thin and light Yoga C630 combines
the power and productivity of a Windows 10 laptop with the always-on, always-connected
mobility of a smartphone thanks to integrated 4G LTE and Wi-Fi support. Powered by
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 850 Mobile Compute Platform, the Yoga C630 gets up to 22 hours of
local video playback and features a natural pen-on-paper experience on its vibrant 13.3-inch
FHD IPS touchscreen display with optional Lenovo Pen and Windows Ink.Next, to stay
connected at home, Orbi Voice is a smart speaker integrated with Amazon voice assistant,
Alexa and uses the Qualcomm Wifi Mesh platform to create expansive whole home Wi-Fi
coverage (up to 4500 square feet) to create an entire ecosystem of mesh Wi-Fi products. It also
features premium audio technology, creating incredible room-filling sound from the audio
experts at Harman Kardon. Alexa makes it easy to play music from the most popular streaming
services, control other IoT devices, check traffic, weather, and so much more – without
needing
a separate device. It’s truly an innovative leap, and the start of a trend expected to accelerate in
the 5G era.
Smart products can also help keep families safe. Fire is getting faster, but you can get ahead by
installing Kidde Wire-Free Interconnect Smoke Alarms in your home. Kidde’s new interconnect
alarm solution offers exceptional safety benefits without the hassle of hardwiring or a Wi-Fi
connection. The interconnect technology helps alert you to a fire no matter where you are in
your home. When one alarm senses a hazard, all interconnected alarms sound throughout the
home. The alarm also comes with a sealed 10-year battery, which you don’t have to worry about
changing alarms batteries. Simply replace the entire alarm after 10 years.Home security
solutions are getting smarter and more convenient too. Schlage Encode is the newest
connected device to enhance the brand’s portfolio of innovative smart locks.
The deadbolt is easy to install, with a quick connection to in-home WiFi, making it even more
convenient for homeowners to have secure, remote access control. The built-in Wi-Fi
technology eliminates the need for an additional hub and allows users to set-up and manage the
lock via the Schlage Home or Key by Amazon apps. This means users can lock and unlock their
deadbolt, monitor the lock’s status, and send virtual keys to trusted friends and family, all from
the convenience
of their smartphone. Homeowners can create up to 100 unique guest access
codes for temporary, recurring or permanent access. This information, along with the lock’s
activity, can be tracked and monitored within the app, giving homeowners greater peace of
mind. Through the Schlage Home app, users can also pair
their deadbolt with Google Assistant
and Amazon Alexa. When managing the lock via the Key app, users can enjoy compatibility with
other platforms such as Amazon Cloud Cam, Ring video doorbell and cameras, and Alexa.
Senthil Kumar
Writer and Web developer
Philomath Team