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Home and Garden - Home Technology

Here you will learn some English words related to home technology such as "smart plug", "cable box", and "fire alarm".

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smart door lock

an electronic lock that can be locked and unlocked through various methods such as keyless entry, biometric verification, or remote control using a smartphone app

Ex: With a smart door lock, you can give temporary access codes to visitors or service people .
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smart thermostat

a device that can be controlled remotely and programmed to automatically adjust the temperature of a home or building based on the user's preferences and behavior patterns

Ex: We love how the smart thermostat keeps our house at the perfect temperature without having to manually adjust it .
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home assistant device

a smart electronic device that uses voice recognition and natural language processing to enable users to control their smart home devices, answer questions, and perform other tasks through voice commands

Ex: I can control the temperature in my home through my home assistant device.
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smart plug

an electronic device that plugs into a wall outlet and allows you to control the power supply to another device that is plugged into it through a mobile app or voice assistant

Ex: With the smart plug, I can turn on the lights before I even get home .
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smoke alarm

a device or alarm that starts beeping if it detects smoke or fire

Ex: The smoke alarm system is connected to the building 's fire alarm system for immediate response in case of emergencies .
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home theater system

a set of audio and visual equipment designed to provide an immersive movie theater experience in a private residence

Ex: I love how the home theater system makes every movie feel like a big-screen experience .
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wireless speaker

a type of speaker that connects to audio sources without the need for cables or wires

Ex: I connected my phone to the wireless speaker using Bluetooth , and the sound quality was amazing .
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wi-fi router

a device that enables wireless communication between multiple devices and provides internet access

Ex: We bought a new Wi-Fi router that supports faster speeds for streaming and gaming .
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video doorbell

a smart device that allows homeowners to see and communicate with visitors remotely via a mobile app, while also providing motion detection and other security features

Ex: The video doorbell records footage , so I can review who came to my door when I was away .
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robot vacuum cleaner

a self-contained, programmable device that uses sensors and brushes to clean floors autonomously

Ex: I love how quiet the robot vacuum cleaner is while it cleans .
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smart outlet

an electrical outlet that can be controlled remotely using a smartphone app, voice command, or automated schedule

Ex: The smart outlet helps me save energy by turning off devices when not in use .
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smart TV
smart TV
[noun]

an internet-connected television with built-in software for accessing online content and apps without external devices

Ex: I can control the smart TV from my phone, making it easy to change settings without getting up.
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gaming console

a specialized computer system designed for playing video games on a TV or other display screen

Ex: She received a gaming console for her birthday and could n't wait to try it out .
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personal computer

a compact electronic device designed for individual use, capable of performing various tasks such as word processing, internet browsing, and multimedia applications

Ex: Despite the popularity of mobile devices, PCs remain essential for tasks that demand larger screens, ergonomic keyboards, and precise input devices.
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sound system

a piece of equipment used for playing recorded music, making a live performance, or turning up sound through speakers

Ex: She adjusted the sound system's settings to balance the music and vocals at the event .
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remote control

a small device that lets you control electrical or electronic devices like TVs from a distance

Ex: The remote control makes it convenient to operate electronic devices from a distance .
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cable box
cable box
[noun]

a device provided by a cable TV provider that receives cable signals and delivers TV programming to a connected television set

Ex: I ca n’t find the remote for the cable box, so I had to manually change the channel .
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streaming device

a device that enables the streaming of digital media, such as movies, TV shows, and music, from online platforms directly to a television or other display

Ex: She plugged the streaming device into the TV to watch her favorite shows .
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DVD player

a device that plays content such as movies or shows from flat discs called DVDs on your TV or other display

Ex: We'll need an HDMI cable to connect the DVD player to the TV.
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stereo system

an audio setup with two or more speakers and an amplifier, designed for music or entertainment sound

Ex: A stereo system can enhance movie-watching with realistic sound effects .
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smart smoke alarm

a device that uses advanced technology to detect smoke and fire and send alerts to the homeowner's smartphone or other smart devices

Ex: My smart smoke alarm has a feature that lets me silence it remotely if I accidentally burn food .
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burglar alarm

an electronic security device that, when activated, emits a loud noise to deter and alert about unauthorized entry into a house, building, or other premises

Ex: He activated the burglar alarm before leaving the house for the weekend .
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fire alarm

a device that gives warning of a fire, by making a loud noise

Ex: The fire alarm in the school activated , prompting an orderly evacuation drill .
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intercom system

a communication system that allows people in different parts of a plane, office, etc. to speak to each other

Ex: She was able to speak to her neighbor through the intercom system without leaving her apartment .
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carbon monoxide detector

an electronic device that detects the presence of carbon monoxide gas and sounds an alarm to alert occupants in case of high levels of the gas, which is poisonous and can be lethal

Ex: I replaced the battery in my carbon monoxide detector to ensure it would keep working properly .
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motion detector

a device that detects the presence of movement within a specific area and can trigger an alarm or other action as a result

Ex: The motion detector inside the store triggered the alarm when it sensed someone entering after hours .
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smart home hub

a central device that connects and controls multiple smart home devices and allows them to work together seamlessly

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television

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

Ex: She turned the television on to catch the news .
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