Home Automation System using Android

Abstract

Today’s homes require sophistication control in its different gadgets which are basically electronic
appliances. This has revolutionized the area of home automation with respect to an increased level of affordability and
simplicity through the integration of home appliances with smart phone connectivity. Smart phones can communicate to
any other devices in anad-hoc network with a connectivity options like Bluetooth/Wi-Fi etc. Different devices and the
appliances in the home like lightings, Fan, home security and Motor are now being connected to the Internet so that it
can be controlled remotely using the Smart phones or Tablets. Not only devices can be controlled, but home environment
can also be continuously monitored for maintaining certain desired temperature or monitoring amount of energy
consumption. Hence, this will contribute to overall cost reduction and energy saving which is one of the main concerns
of today