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There are smart speakers, and then there are smart displays. The latter combines the features of smart speakers with a touchscreen so that you can watch videos, look at images, or view more information while speaking to Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant. If you are wondering if you should buy a smart display for your home, then keep reading. We’ll look at the benefits a smart display offers and whether they are worth your investment or not.
What is a smart display?
A smart display is a gadget with a built-in touchscreen that communicates with home automation systems. It responds to voice commands like a smart speaker but with the screen, you will be able to watch videos and get on video calls. It also offers you the convenience of controlling your smart home devices via voice command. These also offer touchscreen capabilities and can be used hands-free via voice control.
Why you should get a smart display
Smart speakers have many functionalities. All you have to say is ‘Hey Alexa’ or ‘Hey Google’ and they would assist you with all your queries. You can ask them to set reminders and personalise your calendar. They work as your own personal assistant, and they also have voice recognition capabilities for every member of your family. With a smart display, you will more benefits from your device.
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You can use a smart display to stay connected with your family and friends. You can video call anyone using voice commands. The new Echo 10 has face-tracking technology, so Alexa can follow you around the room and keep your face in the frame during video calls.
Your home security system or other smart security equipment, such as video doorbells and security cameras can be connected to smart displays. You can easily monitor your front door or lawn at home with a smart display. To make sure their newborns are secure, some new parents even utilise this tool as a baby monitor.
If you’re a shopaholic, you’ll love this feature. You can shop hands-free on this device. You can order anything online via voice command. Shopping on a smart display will get you a good visual of what you’re ordering. Apart from this, you’ll also get a video element while you’re listening to music on your smart speaker. You can view your pictures and watch videos or movies on your device.
Smart displays can also help you command your smart homes. You will be able to see your home smart home devices and with just a few clicks on a touchscreen display, you can increase the temperature or dim the lights without using voice instructions.
These are a few of the benefits of smart displays, but most of these devices have more capabilities and integrations than you can explore. They provide the same hands-free functionality as digital assistants, but with the advantage of visual content. You should consider upgrading to a smart screen if you haven’t already. These devices are small and can even find space on your nightstand. You can keep them just about anywhere.
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