IR or Infra-red Blasters
Right now, it is possible for Echo and Home to control the TV, but a third party device is required. But with mounted 360 degrees IR blasters installed in Echo and Home, the smart speakers could locally control all the entertainment systems and heating/cooling devices. Echo and Home are naturally placed at in places where it can easily access and control devices using its infrared port. Giving the command of turning the AC on or off could trigger a broadcast IR code that would do as you say. This IR blaster may require a whole new scheme to be implemented, as it’s not a small task. Companies like Logitech Harmony and Universal Remote Control are trying to make their devices to be compatible with almost every device. It is a whole new level to achieve, and we wish that Echo and Home could reach that level as well.
A Dedicated App for Music and Smart Home Functions
The current home and Alexa apps are actually so stuffed and even unusable for daily use sometimes. Right now, Echo and Home are doing fine; they can easily play music and control lights. But if we ask them to control a few automated devices, it is quite a task for them. And its built-in functions are so bloated that it won’t allow them to do so. In order to make them even more efficient, a few dedicated apps will do. A dedicated app for the smart home ecosystem will provide you full access and control its functions. And it would be great to have a desktop app too.
Mesh Networking
Mesh networking is a type of topology where local network nodes connect to as many other nodes as possible and even cooperate with each other to route the data to clients. Eero and Netgear’s Orbi are popular because they are efficient enough to easily flood an area with Wi-Fi faster than a reliable broadcast from a single point. Mesh networking in Echo and Home could be a great plus for both devices. Mesh networking would greatly increase the market potential for both products.
A 3.5mm Optical Output
I have several Dots installed which work fine. But of course, it is human nature to want more than we already have. Right now, it wouldn’t make any large difference in the quality of audio of both devices because they stream at a very low bit rate. But if they decide to go for high-quality audio, this would be a great addition to the hardware.
Better Security and Privacy
Privacy is a major concern in this connected world where every little thing is connected to a larger network. A thorough eye towards the privacy controls of these devices would greatly benefit their sales. A single bug can lead to a gross invasion of one’s privacy. As such, a better level of security to protect the privacy of the users will do wonders for these products.
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