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Automated Home Electronics

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The WeMo Plug Allows You to Control Your Surroundings With an App

— July 16, 2012 — Tech
This innovative WeMo plug by Belkin allows you to effortlessly control your home electronics with the push of a button. Basically, any device that can be plugged into a wall, can be controlled with the special WeMo app.

So for example, say you want to get a pot of coffee going in the morning while you take a shower, that can be done effortlessly from the comfort of your bed. It's even more convenient for those times that you might forget to turn off an appliance such as your straightening iron, because with this, you can easily shut it off without having to rush home.

This futuristic WeMo product offers convenience, and is sure to become predominant with time, as more and more home appliances are controlled using a smartphone.

Trend Themes
1. Home Automation - The WeMo plug is an example of home automation, enabling users to control their home electronics remotely.
2. Smartphone Integration - The WeMo app allows users to control their home electronics from their smartphones, showcasing the trend of smartphone integration in everyday devices.
3. Convenience Technology - The WeMo plug exemplifies the growing trend of using technology to make everyday tasks more convenient and efficient.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can explore opportunities to develop more home automation products and leverage smartphone integration to enhance convenience for consumers.
2. Home Appliance - The home appliance industry can capitalize on the trend of smartphone-controlled devices to create new innovative products that offer enhanced convenience and energy efficiency.
3. Mobile App Development - With the rise of smartphone integration in various industries, mobile app developers can seize the opportunity to create intuitive and user-friendly apps for controlling home electronics and appliances.
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