HOW TO MAKE A SMART HOME IN 3 EASY STEPS
Ready to start building a smarter home? Macy’s is here to help bring your home into the 21st
century with the latest
smart home devices. Simply follow the quick steps below to get started,
and explore the latest voice-controlled smart home devices from top brands.
PICK A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT
Talk that talk. Your home is listening. Choosing a voice-controlled virtual assistant is an important
step. You will have to interact with them frequently, so choose wisely—think video calls, lyrics to
your favorite songs and much more!
Amazon’s Alexa
Summon her by simply saying, “Alexa.” Download the Alexa app on your phone to enable additional skills.
Google’s Assistant
Summon Assistant by saying, “OK Google.” It’s powered by Google Search, and is known for having a good chance of giving accurate answers to almost any question.
Pick a Smart Home Controller
Figured out which assistant you want to talk to? Now’s the time to choose the smart home
controller to match.
Amazon Echo Product
From the original Echo to the Echo Dot to the new Echo Show, there are plenty of Alexa-enabled devices to choose from.
Google Home
A speaker that’s compatible with iOS, plus Android phones and tablets.
Nest:
Or, skip a virtual assistant altogether and go with individual products from Nest. You can control things including the temperature and detect smoke in your home remotely via compatible phones or internet browsers.
Choose What You Want to Control
Almost everything in your place—thermostats, lights, music and more—can be controlled with a
mobile device or smart
speaker. Read on to learn more about common options.
Keep an eye on things
Protect your investments with home security cameras (indoor or outdoor) and smoke detectors. Some security camera models can provide night vision, activity alerts, zoom, audio and intercom features.
Music to your ears
Play your favorite songs, playlist or radio station—all you have to do is ask. You can skip a song, create an ongoing list of the ones you love and much more.
Lights on (or off)!
Set the mood lighting in your space with smart light bulbs and switches. Some designs magnetically attach to existing switches—we love the idea of skipping tools for setup. Check out dimmers, timed on/off settings and more.
Getting warmer (or colder)
The temperature of your home can also be controlled remotely. Heat or cool your space using a smart thermostat you can adjust using an app while you’re away or lounging in the house. Something more direct? Try a smart fan that doubles as a heater in the colder months. Want to clear the air? A smart air diffuser is a great investment.
Tidy up
Keep your space clean with a robotic vacuum you can set up and forget. Some styles even have an accompanying app you can regulate using your phone. Let it roam around the house to do the vacuuming or mopping for you. Make life easier. Shop for smart home devices with the latest tech features at Macy’s.
