The terms "smart home" and "home automation" are often used interchangeably, but they do have some differences. In general, a smart home refers to a home that is equipped with a variety of smart technologies and devices. Home automation, on the other hand, refers specifically to the use of technology to automate various tasks and functions in a home. Home automation systems typically use sensors, algorithms, and other technologies to perform these tasks automatically, without the need for direct human intervention. A smart home is a home that is equipped with smart technologies and devices, while home automation is the use of technology to automate various tasks and functions within a home. A smart home may have home automation systems, but not all smart homes are necessarily automated.

Some common home automation technologies include lighting systems, entertainment systems, security systems, smart thermostats, smart locks and smart appliances. These technologies allow you to automate your home fully and control and monitor your home's systems remotely. They often come with accompanying mobile apps that make it easy to manage your home's systems from anywhere.

A home automation system typically consists of a central hub or controller, sensors, and actuators. The hub or controller is the central device that receives input from the sensors and sends commands to the actuators. Sensors are devices that detect various conditions in the home, such as movement, temperature, or light levels. Actuators are devices that can perform an action, such as turning on a light or locking a door.

Yes, it is possible to upgrade an existing or older home with smart home technology. However, the specific steps and requirements will depend on the age and condition of your home, as well as the type and extent of the smart home technology you want to install. In general, most modern smart home devices and systems are designed to be compatible with existing wiring and infrastructure, so you may not need to do any major renovations or upgrades to your home to install them. However, if your home is older or has outdated wiring, you may need to have the wiring updated or replaced to support the new technology.

No! Our Amber Pro is powered by the Curiousfly HA 2.1 chip which is the most powerful chip ever in an Amber device. It houses an in-built brightness controller chip, a security controller chip and a fan regulator.