The best presents are home gadget gifts that simplify life and we adore this smart device because it lets users manage their thermostat and lights through voice commands.
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1. Ring Doorbell
The Ring doorbell lets you identify visitors at your front door without needing to open it. Your smartphone receives notifications when the doorbell is pressed or motion sensors are triggered and you can communicate with visitors through the two-way speakerphone feature.
Ring’s Battery Doorbell Plus adds head-to-toe video surveillance and package detection features to its family of doorbell cameras. The doorbell costs more than older versions because its extra features including removable battery access offer better doorway visibility for more peace of mind.
Through IFTTT applets Alexa has the capability to control various third-party devices including smart plugs and lights. Apartment residents who can’t install wired doorbell systems and people who want to avoid paying monthly fees for extra security options will find this a perfect choice.
2. Marshall Stanmore Speaker
The Marshall Stanmore Speaker differentiates itself through its classic amplifier-style design featuring metal grille and leather accents on the front face together with brass-colored control knobs for bass and treble adjustments and a unique control panel that facilitates easy user adjustments.
The Marshall Stanmore from the mid-sized multi-room lineup provides users with an analog 3.5 mm aux input together with stereo RCA inputs which are specifically tailored for turntable usage. This model allows multiple devices to connect at the same time through its multi-host functionality.
The Marshall Multi-Room app allows users to effortlessly control playback and EQ settings through its free platform. The built-in controls allow users to skip tracks and adjust bass, treble and volume through heavy knobs that provide precise control and tactile satisfaction.
3. Sonos Sound Bar
The Sonos sound bar delivers superior sound quality for both television viewing and music listening sessions. This sound system has a simple setup that allows it to work with TVs and enables expansion into a full wireless 5.1 system.
Stream unlimited music and radio programs as well as podcasts with ease using the Sonos App which provides a user-friendly interface for home entertainment system management.
The second-generation Sonos Beam provides users with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controls for controlling your TV remotely and adjusting sound settings like playlist shuffles and dialogue enhancement during movies and dramas to improve character audio clarity. TruePlay tuning provides automatic adjustments to room acoustics to deliver superior sound quality.
4. Amazon Echo Dot
The Amazon Echo serves as the core smart home device which enables users to access sound systems along with music streaming services news reports podcasts and make calls to family members plus additional features.
The 5th Generation white version of this device requires only seconds to set up and fits perfectly on bedroom nightstands or kitchen cabinets. This model sports an LED screen which displays time and weather data along with song titles and alarms while its predecessor could only show numerical information.
Users can manage Philips Hue lights, TP-Link switches, ecobee thermostats, weMo devices and SmartThings products through Echo Dot for complete smart home integration alongside additional lights, switches and thermostats from these manufacturers. Parents who have book-loving children with an interest in interactive learning should consider purchasing an Echo Dot Kids Edition model featuring owl and dragon designs that includes a year-long Amazon Kids+ subscription with numerous audiobooks and interactive learning features for an accessible way to educate kids at home.
5. Blink Camera
The Blink camera provides an inexpensive substitute for the Amazon-owned Ring video doorbell while ensuring seamless Alexa integration and compatibility with other smart home systems. The Blink app includes easy-to-use large buttons for camera operation and live video streaming.
The camera operates without charge but requires an optional sync module for proper cloud storage functionality. The Basic Plan allows users to access person detection and store videos on cloud servers for 60 days while providing photo capture capability and motion alert snooze options for up to 24 hours at a cost of $3/month or $30 annually.
When opened, the camera’s round base displays two holes which allow wall mounting with included mount and screws. The GoPro-inspired mount on the back allows you to quickly install the camera onto flat surfaces and corners.