Smart Home Systems
A building automation or smart home system is used to control the lighting, climate, entertainment systems, and appliances within a building. The solution includes home security features, such as access control and alarm systems. The smart home system connects through controlled devices to a central hub or gateway. The user interface for the control of the system uses wall-mounted terminals, tablet or desktop computers, smartphone applications, or web interfaces that can be accessible off-site through the Internet. Best Smart home systems include heavily fragmented solutions with globally accepted industry standards. A smart home uses Internet-connected devices to enable the remote monitoring and management of appliances and systems.
Compare Panasonic vs. Whirlpool vs. Control4in smart home systems
Panasonic MirAIe connected living solutions are powered by IoT (Internet of Things) technology and AI (Artificial Intelligence). Panasonic MirAIe home appliances include Connected Air Conditioner, Smart Door Bell, Smart Plugs and Switches, and even a Voice Control for Fridge solution. The company’s complete smart home networking solutions are based on the ULE standard. Panasonic smart connected home appliances enable consumers to remotely check on their home and property, as well as streamline their daily activities. Panasonic’s connected living solution fulfills the growing needs of consumers to connect and interact with all Panasonic smart devices.
The MirAIe platform uses the ZigBee home automation specification to permit remote operations using the MirAIe smartphone app. A user can control their Panasonic air conditioner remotely by using their smartphone. The MirAIe platform offers solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers and enables them to connect and interact with all Panasonic smart devices. It allows users to access all Panasonic devices in one place.
Whirlpool Smart Home Solutions
Whirlpool smart appliances for home solutions include Whirlpool app, Whirlpool + Yummly, Voice Control, Smart Laundry Appliances, and Smart Kitchen Appliances. Whirlpool smart appliances ease the daily activities of users—from cooking to cleaning to laundry and help them take better care of their families. Users can easily control Whirlpool smart appliances using the Whirlpool app, touch, or voice (with a compatible voice-enabled device) to start, pause, set timers, and monitor progress. Appliances include smart ranges, wall ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, washers, and dryers.
The Whirlpool app can simply be downloaded to connect and control smart kitchen and laundry appliances easily, including smart oven, washer, dishwasher, and dryer, from a mobile device or tablet. For instance, the user can send cooking instructions to their oven or schedule a wash cycle on their washing machine. With the app, users can track progress and receive a notification when a task is complete.
The Whirlpool + Yummly app gives users personalized recipe recommendations and enables them to find recipes based on the ingredients they have in their refrigerators. The user can sync Yummly with Whirlpool smart ovens to automatically preheat their oven, follow step-by-step cooking instructions, and get hundreds of guided recipes.
Voice control technology that leverages a compatible voice-enabled device, such as Alexa-enabled devices and the Google Assistant, helps users perform daily tasks with less effort. A variety of voice commands can be given to Whirlpool smart ovens, ranges, microwaves, and dishwashers in order to control them.
Control4 Smart Operating System (OS)
Control4 Smart Operating System (OS) offers more and more connected accessories for the homeowner to manage them all from separate apps. The system connects virtually all of the technology present in the user’s home. A smart home OS removes the complexity with professional smart home design, installation, configuration, and management of all the home technology needs of the user. Control4 Smart Home OS controls almost every device in the house and offers all-new favorites with unique smart home functionalities. With Control4, users can simply view the status of their security system, smart door locks, and lights throughout the home and take instant control with a single screen.
