AKAM Digital Society ASSIGNMENTS: Case Study Activities 2016

Respond to the following by writing short response in your OneNote page.

1. Using the link below describe some of the unique home toys that can be used in a smart home
http://www.hometoys.com/

2. Read the article below and describe how Siri is used to control lights in a smart home? What are the advantages and concerns of using Siri for such functions?
http://www.electronichouse.com/daily/home-lighting/control-lights-siri-review-lutron-caseta-smart-bridge-homekit/?mqsc=H3799745&utm_source=WhatCountsEmail&utm_medium=EH+EH%20Daily%20Newsletter+EH%20Daily%20Newsletter&utm_campaign=EH_Daily_061015

3. What are these wireless connections that may transform our lives?
http://www.bbc.com/news/business-23326035

Other Resources for your Extended Reading
http://www.electronichouse.com/daily/smart-home/apple-homekit-vs-google-brillo-weave-alike/

http://www.electronichouse.com/tag/cool-homes/?cat=smart-home

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/23/business/energy-environment/homes-try-to-reach-smart-switch.html?_r=0

Sample Paper 3 Questions: Attempt them show responses in OneNotes
1.
a) Using a practical example from research describe in detail how a security system works in a smart home.

b) What are some of the concerns results from using such security systems?

c) Suggest some solutions to the concerns or problems results from using using such security systems.

Links,
http://www.wareable.com/smart-home/best-wireless-smart-home-security-system

http://safesoundfamily.com/blog/50-best-smart-home-security-products/

https://cocoon.life/

2.
a) Using a practical example from research describe in detail how smart TV systems are used in smart homes.

b) What are some things that can be done with a smart TV in a smart home?

c) Suggest other features / functions that a Smart TV can be enhanced to do in a smart home.

Links
http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/tvs-entertainment/8080/smart-tv-explained-apps-streaming-upgrades-and-more

http://www.which.co.uk/reviews/televisions/article/what-is-smart-tv

3.
a) Using a practical example from research describe in detail how Air conditioning / Heating systems work in smart homes.

b) What benefits to the home owners do smart homes bring to the management of the air conditioning and heating systems?

c) Suggest improvements that can be made to such systems.

Links
http://news.mit.edu/2015/smart-home-heating-cooling-0828

http://www.keenhome.io/products/smart-vent

http://www.smarthome.eu/heating-control

4.
a) Using a practical example from research describe in detail how window sensors work.

b) What are the concerns or disadvantages that can result from using window sensors?

c) Suggest examples of stakeholders can use or situations where window sensors can be used.

5.
a) Describe in detail how wifi can be used in a smart home?

b) What are the concerns associated to using wifi?

c) Suggest methods that be used to ensure the safety of gadgets/ devices controlled via wifi.

Links
http://www.econais.com/applications/smart-home-applications/

http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/feature/network-wifi/top-10-uses-for-wi-fi-in-your-home-3428603/

http://www.smarthome.com/wifi-thermostat.html

a) Give an example by name from your research and describe in detail how the following technology work in a smart home;