Winter Smart Home Tips: Maximize Your System’s Potential This Season
As winter settles in, it’s the perfect time to ensure your smart home system is operating at its best. From streamlining everyday tasks to enhancing home security, these tips will help you take full advantage of your home management and security system throughout the colder months.
1. Ensure Your Smart Home App is Up-to-Date
To get the most from your smart home system, make sure your mobile app is updated to the latest version. This ensures compatibility with new features, bug fixes, and optimized performance.
Visit your app store and search for the latest version of the app.
Follow the prompts to download and install updates seamlessly.
2. Quick Access with Android™ Device Controls
Android users can enjoy streamlined control of their smart devices with Quick Access Device Controls. With just a swipe, you can manage key functions like lighting, locks, thermostat settings, and more—all without opening the app.
How to Set Up Quick Access Device Controls:
Swipe down twice from your home screen to expand the Quick Settings panel.
Tap the Device Controls tile.
Tap the edit button and select “Add Controls.”
Choose the app and select the commands you want to include.
This feature, available on Android 11 and later, simplifies everyday management for a seamless smart home experience.
3. Organize with Digital Document Storage
Never lose track of essential household documents again. Use the Digital Document Storage feature to securely store copies of important paperwork, such as home insurance, appliance warranties, and service invoices, directly within the app.
For First-Time Users:
Open the Mobile App > Tap the Documents card > Get Started > Tap the plus on the feature screen.
To Add Digital Documents:
Open the Mobile App > Go to Documents > Tap the plus sign in the top right corner.
This convenient feature helps keep your documents accessible and organized all winter long.
4. Elevate Holiday Security with Smart Arming
The holiday season brings joy, gatherings, and a flurry of activity. With Smart Arming, your home’s security system can automatically adjust based on your routines, ensuring you stay protected without the hassle of manual adjustments.
Benefits of Smart Arming:
Automatically arms and disarms your security system according to your schedule.
Reduces false alarms during busy family gatherings.
Provides peace of mind so you can focus on celebrating with loved ones.
How to Activate Smart Arming:
Via Customer Website:
Security System Card > Smart Arming
OR Smart Arming Icon on Security System Card > Smart Arming
OR Automation > Smart Arming
Via Mobile App:
Security System Card > Smart Arming
OR Smart Arming Icon on Security System Card > Smart Arming
Stay Ahead This Winter
Whether it’s managing daily routines or securing your home during holiday festivities, your smart home system offers tools to make winter more comfortable and stress-free. Update your app, explore Quick Access controls, organize your documents, and embrace Smart Arming to make the most of your smart home this season.
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