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Off-the-shelf smart plugs vs. integrated smart outlets

Smart plugs and outlets are an easy, budget-friendly and energy-saving solution for a smarter home. Though these two automation applications have an overlapping set of functionalities, depending on what you're looking for, you can expect a different installation process and use.

Breathe easy with the IKEA STARKVIND Air Purifier

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Breathe easy with the IKEA STARKVIND Air Purifier

Your home is a limited space, so let's make the most of each inch. By incorporating two products into one, in this case a coffee table and air purifier, the STARKVIND Air Purifier by IKEA avoids excessive spacial intake.

LS Touch: Advanced individual room control for your KNX home

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Advanced individual room control for your KNX home

What if there was a product that could control all electronically powered devices in a single room. Enter the LS touch. This eye-pleasing, intuitive touch panel is easily installed in any KNX smart home.

NFC - Sneaky smart technology in your phone

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NFC - Sneaky smart technology in your phone

NFC is a neat technology which monitors the communication between two devices (namely the NFC tag and reader) upon tapping. And the best part? An NFC reader has been hidden in your smartphone all along.

ATMO presence detectors for a family-proof home

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ATMO presence detectors for a family-proof home

By the collaborating with KNX, ESYLUX launched the ATMO presence detector, a smart device that monitors lighting, airconditioning, heating and ventilation all in one. In addition, the detector also tracks airborne particles that could weigh on you and your family's health.

The proactive Windancer KNX(-GPS) weather station

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The proactive Windancer KNX(-GPS) weather station

This weather station combines 4 functions into one system: measurement of temperature, wind and brightness, and detection of precipitation. With a fair pricing, the Windancer by KNX is an affordable asset for every smart home owner.

The next step in smart home tech: touchless vs hassle-free devices

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The next step in smart home tech: touchless vs hassle-free devices

Motion sensors and voice assistants have made our lives a lot easier, but hassle-free devices take it even further. They learn from your behavior and adapt your home settings to your preferences.