There are many new gadgets on the market that can increase the comfort, safety and efficiency of your Toronto home. Add a few or find a way to use them all to improve the look and feel of your Toronto residence and make your life easier in the process.

An Intuitive Thermostat for your Toronto Home

If you are looking for a way to heat and cool your home for less, the Nest might be the gadget for you. This sleek looking thermostat learns your lifestyle patterns and adjusts itself to match them. This is accomplished through motion sensor technology that learns what time you are in certain rooms and even realizes if you are not in your home for a period of time because of vacation or work travel. If you ever need to control your Nest remotely, the task is easily accomplished with Wi-Fi technology and a Smartphone. The result is a more comfortable Toronto home and a significant savings on your heating and cooling bills year-round. The Nest is easy to install in any Toronto apartment, condominium or single family home, and it comes at a cost of about $250.

Freedom from Cable in your Toronto Residence

If you are tired of dealing with the local cable company, the Roku 2 gives you the freedom to say goodbye to them. This device hooks up to your television and streams digital programming directly to it. There are free programs available, and you can also stream via a paid subscription through services like Netflix and Hulu. The Roku 2 is wireless, and it comes with a remote that features Bluetooth technology. Prices for the Roku 2 range from about $50 to $100, and it is easy for most individuals to install themselves.

Innovative Lighting Ideas for Small Toronto Spaces

Up and coming Toronto executives often live in small apartments that lack extra space. For those individuals, the Awox StriimLIGHT is the perfect gadget to invest in. This ingenious product combines a light bulb and a Bluetooth speaker in one. Users can rely on this energy efficient LED bulb for all their lighting needs, and they can easily connect their iPod or other music device to the included speaker wirelessly. These bulbs screw into any traditional lighting fixture, and they are available at a cost of just under $100.

Barista Quality Coffee at home in Toronto

For those who love a fresh cappuccino or espresso in the morning, the Nespresso Maestria is a must-have gadget. This machine uses a high-pressure pump to make a single cup of coffee. It tests your water and adjusts depending on whether it is hard or soft, and it offers a professional style steam wand for the
perfect cappuccino.

These are but a few of the latest tech savvy gadgets to install in your home. If you are looking for more than a gadget and seeking environmentally-friendly, innovative renovation ideas, contact the professionals at Alair Homes of Toronto for a free, no obligation consultation.