Home Automation And Smart Home Control Using Mobile Devices And Wireless Enabled Electrical Switches

摘要

A system and method for home control and automation including a smart home with control of devices and appliance using mobile devices, cellular telephones, smart devices and smart phones is described. The mobile device may download a software application configured to control an electrical switch or electrical power outlet. The mobile device may change the on or off state of the outlet or the power settings of the outlet. The mobile device may control other intelligent appliances including a television using a wireless connection. The electrical outlets may be enabled with a smart electrical switch that includes a wireless transmit and receive component such as WiFi. The electrical switch may be programmable and be identified with a unique identifier. The electrical outlets may include a sensor to detect smoke, temperature, light, pressure, or other factors. The mobile device and electrical switch may join the same wireless local area network.