As our homes are on the way to resembling something out of a futuristic movie, we’re increasingly finding ways to use technology to make our lives easier.
Some are so common now, such as television and home Wi-Fi, that we hardly even think of them as tech innovations – but there was a time when these were brand new feats of incredible technology.
Then there are examples of tech that are still making their slow growth among homes across the country – Virtual Reality headsets for example.
Here are just five tech innovations that are becoming increasingly common in UK homes.
- Video Doorbells
The invention of the video doorbell worked wonders for making our homes a little bit safer. Both the ability to see who was at the door before we opened it, and to see who was at the door when we weren’t home make it a great innovation.
Many video doorbells also have speakers and microphones that allow homeowners to speak to visitors. While Ring, one of the first on the market, is still going strong, many other brands are also becoming prominent.
- Colour Change Bulbs
Lights that you can turn on and off with your phone are becoming an increasingly common and useful addition to the home.
However, companies such as Philips Hue also have the option to change the colours of their bulbs through their app.
With colour change bulbs, you have the opportunity to choose lighting that suits your mood, and Philips Hue even have a range of themes to help you if you can’t decide.
- Stairlifts
Good news is, we’re all living longer than we used to!
However, as we get older, some of us struggle to navigate the stairs in our homes. The stairlift is an increasingly common addition to UK households.
However, sometimes their necessity is only temporary. In these instances, companies such as We Buy Any Stairlift can remove the addition and leave your hallway and landing looking as good as new.
- Virtual Assistants
Think how often you’ve seen adverts for Amazon Alexa, this useful little invention is becoming increasingly common in homes all over the country, allowing us to do all sorts of things by just asking Alexa nicely.
From home automation to ordering your shopping, these virtual assistants continue to make lives easier for those after a little help who can’t just afford to hire a PA.
- Smart Thermostat
With heating costs on the rise, smart thermostats are a great way to give UK homeowners more control over their central heating.
Smart thermostats are also great if you’ve been out all day but want to come home to a roasty toasty house.
Hive are one of the most popular smart thermostats on the market and are dedicated to helping us keep our energy costs low.
Do you use any of these tech additions in your home? Let us know in the comments below if they’ve improved your life.
