TP-LINK has recently released two smart home products that offer energy saving insights, the HS110 and the HS200.
The HS110 is a Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring that allows you to plug in your devices or appliances to start enjoying effective remote access and control. The HS200 is a Smart Light Switch that packs similar features into a wall-mounted switch that also functions like a traditional light switch. Adding Smart Light Switches and Smart Plugs to your smart home network is an easy way to take greater control of your connected lifestyle and conserve energy for a healthier planet and a thicker wallet.
As a Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring, the HS110 has the power to change the way you live your life at home. A full range of convenient functions ensures that you can get the most out of all of your favourite devices and appliances.
Just connect your electronic device to the smart plug and start enjoying remote access and control, using your smartphone to activate and deactivate the power supply from anywhere. The scheduling function allows you to establish a customised schedule for turning your devices on and off automatically. Similarly, the away mode helps to deter theft and break-ins by automatically turning connected devices on and off to create the illusion that the house is occupied, even when you are away. A Smart Plug does more than let you turn things on and off remotely, it also provides valuable insights into your energy use and helps you find ways to reduce your overall consumption. The Energy Monitoring feature allows you to review detailed records of how long your device was on for, and how much energy it used while it was on.
Similarly, the HS200 Smart Light Switch offers many of the same control features as the HS110 Smart Plug. Remote access and control, programmable scheduling, and away mode help create a more convenient and energy efficient lifestyle for you and your family. A Smart Switch, however, provides the additional option of turning connected lights on and off using the built-in physical switch, allowing you to use it just as you would with a traditional light switch. This means that, once installed, the HS200 can completely replace the traditional switch, adding the best smart home functions to overhead lights, ceiling fans, and fixed appliances in your home.
If you are enthusiastic about the benefits of an IoT lifestyle, the HS110 and HS200 are perfect additions to your connected home. Both use the Kasa app for remote access and control, allowing you to manage your devices from any iOS or Android device. The HS110 and HS200 are also compatible with Amazon Echo, sold separately, which allows them to be controlled using voice commands within the home.
