home automation
[/hoʊm ɔːtəˈmeɪʃən/]
nounfeminine
automação residencial
1. The use of computer or mobile technology to control and automate household systems and appliances such as lighting, heating, security, and entertainment
Home automation allows you to control your lights and thermostat from your smartphone.
A automação residencial permite que você controle suas luzes e termostato pelo seu smartphone.
2. Smart home technology that integrates various devices and systems for convenience, energy efficiency, and security
The new house features advanced home automation with voice-activated controls.
A nova casa possui automação residencial avançada com controles ativados por voz.
Home automation has become increasingly popular in Brazil, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro among middle and upper-class residents seeking energy efficiency and security. In Portuguese, 'domótica' is the European term while 'automação residencial' is preferred in Brazil. The concept is often associated with modern living and technological advancement in both English and Portuguese-speaking cultures.
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