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What are the most useful tech upgrades for the modern home? It’s hard to single out just a few options, but these four have all proven to be beneficial for one reason or another: 
Solar power and solar energy aren’t new technologies; they’ve existed for ages at this point, and yet there’s still so much untapped potential here. Everyone knows solar power from solar panels – you install them on your roof, and they help you tap into a renewable energy source that costs absolutely no money to use. 
You already know the main benefits of installing solar panels at home: 
Despite the initial upfront costs, most people end up saving a fortune after calculating the long-term savings through a free solar calculator. You could also use solar energy to charge an electric car or store emergency power in a battery so you’re never left with a blackout; there’s so much potential! 
You need to pick a smart home ecosystem and add it to your house. In doing so, you gain a world of amazing possibilities, such as: 
Most people will either opt for Alexa or Apple HomeKit as their smart ecosystems, but you can probably find other options out there. Consider which ones integrate best with other smart devices – for instance, HomeKit works really well with Philips Hue and all of those lighting products. 
No matter which system you choice, this ecosystem now lets you control your house like it’s one giant gadget. It’s more than just a cool gimmick; smart homes use less energy and have lower energy bills because you’re more in control of what appliances and devices are turned on at different times. 
Look, electric vehicles are going to be around for a long time, and most major car brands will make them. With that in mind, adding an EV charger to your home is the ultimate tech upgrade. It pretty much negates the big downside of electric cars: charging them. You can charge yours overnight on the driveway for hardly any money at all. 
As mentioned earlier, if you have solar panels, then you could (theoretically) charge your car for free. 
A smart thermostat will connect to your smart home ecosystem, but it’s a separate technology that exists on its own. Effectively, you install a thermostat that lets you control heating and cooling from an app. 
Moreover, it provides real-time insights into what’s using energy throughout your home. You can turn down your heating if it’s too high, turn off certain things, and be more in control of your energy usage than ever before. You’ll also be able to heat up rooms or zones instead of the whole house, saving even more energy. 
There are many great tech upgrades for the modern home, but few are as valuable as what you’ve seen above. Implement them throughout your property to see long-lasting benefits. 
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