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A practical checklist to set up a working smart home in Indian conditions for under Rs 50,000. Covers smart lights, plugs, locks, cameras, hub selection, and the apps that actually work in Indian internet conditions.

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Tasks (6)
6 tasks total
1
Pick an ecosystem
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Alexa or Google Home — pick one and stick with it. Alexa has wider Indian device support but Google is integrated tighter with Android phones.
2
Smart bulbs first
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Mi Bulb Essential or Wipro Smart Bulbs at Rs 599-999 each. Start with 4 bulbs in living room + bedroom. Voice control feels magical immediately.
3
Add smart plugs
1 week
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Mi Smart Plug or Syska Smart Plug at Rs 599-899. Use for AC, geyser, water purifier — anything you forget to switch off.
4
Install one security camera
1 week
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Mi Home Security Camera 360 at Rs 2500. Place near main door. Cloud backup at Rs 199/month optional but worth it.
5
Smart lock for main door
2 weeks
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Yale or Godrej smart locks Rs 12-18K. PIN + fingerprint + Bluetooth. Major quality-of-life win for families with kids or delivery people.
6
Set up routines + automations
1 week
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"Good morning" → lights on, AC on. "Bedtime" → all off except bedroom light. Routines are what make smart home actually smart.
📅 Daily Plan View
1 week
Task 1
Pick an ecosystem
1 week
Task 2
Smart bulbs first
1 week
Task 3
Add smart plugs
1 week
Task 4
Install one security camera
2 weeks
Task 5
Smart lock for main door
1 week
Task 6
Set up routines + automations
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