SMARTER HOME

1 RING THE CHANGES

Start smart right from the front door with a video doorbell. A convenience when we were out and someone came to the door, now they can be used as a way to screen visitors when we’re in. Smart doorbells have microphones, a camera, speakers and motion sensors, as well as a conventional chime, and connect via Wi-Fi to phones, tablets or smart TVs for a visual link. You can talk to visitors, and some advanced models include facial recognition to tell you (or warn you) who’s there before you answer. There are wired and wire-free options.

2 Raise the temperature

Control your heating from a distance with a smart system. It works with your existing heating, replacing