Vitotrol:
Like Nest, this handy little tool allows you to control your central
heating whilst playing with your spreadsheets or eyeing up the office eye
candy! Another great example of apps and smartphones working for
you, the app allows you to control Veissmann manufactured heating
systems only, but I love that this company has understood the need for
this type of product and its potential market. They mention holiday
home owners as one of their key markets, but there’s so much potential
here. I’d keep an eye on these type of apps as the market grows, colder
mornings, sudden drops in temperature (watching things through your
Urban Weather Station) and you can up the heating without being at
home. More details over at veissmann.co.uk
Lightswitchtimer:
With holiday season round the corner, we are all aware of the need to
make sure our tech goodies are still at home when we get back! Home
alarms are one thing, but lighting helps give the impression that the
home isn't alone. This company has developed a lighting timer that links
your lights but doesn't need any permanent wiring. Its timer allows you
to programme various times for on/off and foil those darned would-be
burglars! It is police approved and one of the simplest tech pieces out
there to not only programme but fit. Check the video out over at
lightswitchtimer.co.uk
LightwaveRF:
An innovative company that understands the growing market of
technology in the home. They have a range of items on their site that will
allow you to control just about anything, and mostly through your
smartphone. With their app, you can contr