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Image credit: TP LinkIf you want to go further afield, I suggest investing in a smart plug or two; these simply plug into an outlet and connect to your home's Wi Fi network. From there, just plug a lamp, a coffee maker or anything else into the smart plug, and you'll be able to integrate that device into your smart home. Alexa is gaining the ability to group multiple devices together, so that you can say, "Alexa, Goodnight," and everything will shut off. However, with Samsung's SmartThings smart home hub $99, you can do that now, and you can connect other devices, too, such as door and window sensors. "I am most interested in information about anti burglary systems and fire protection systems. … I've recently heard about Nest Protect. It looks like a good system, but I have never tested it and have no comparison. " KrystiansWe have yet to test anti burglary systems, but Samsung announced a partnership with ADT and will start selling a home security starter kit $549. This includes a central base station that is also a SmartThings Hub, two window/door sensors and a motion detector. You can add ADT monitoring services for $14. 99 for life safety and $24.