Communication is powerful. And with Home Connect, it can be extremely useful too. When your wine cooler updates your shopping list, for example. Or the smart washing machine washing machine speaks to your dryer about the laundry. Sounds like magic, but it’s just IFTTT, a brilliant technology for a perfectly individual smart home.
Wine lovers, rejoice!
Imagine never running out of wine again. IFTTT and your smart wine cooler will remind you to restock on wine each time its door has been opened. Simply by adding a bottle of wine to your shopping list! IFTTT enables interactions between devices and apps by applying “If this then that” rules. Thirsty for a brilliant idea? Set up this fantastic new feature now.
IFTTT: Loads of good ideas
If you prefer dry clothes over dry wine, we’ve got this great feature lined up for you: With Connected Dry, your washer and dryer synchronize their programs to get the best and quickest possible result. This is done by exchanging information on the precise amount of laundry and its moisture content. That one set of sportswear you like to wear all the time? Simply start the Sports intensive program on your washing machine and Connected Dry will make sure to get it clean and dry in time for your next workout. That’s just one of many brilliant home automation ideas that IFTTT helps bring to life.
How does IFTTT work?
IFTTT (If This Then That) allows smart devices, apps, and services to communicate with each other and create automated routines, just like Connected Dry for your washing machine and dryer. All you need to do is activate the applet. Once enabled, your smart home will take on the pre-defined task until you decide to change it. The first thing you need to do is download the IFTTT app if you haven’t already. It’s completely free and will fill your smart world with endless possibilities.
Want to dive into the exciting world of IoT? Find out more on the IFTTT website and on the section of our website devoted to IFTTT.
