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Smart home setup advisor

Build an app that recommends optimal smart home configurations based on dwelling type. Renters and new homeowners struggle with compatible device choices.

Why now

As smart home ecosystems fragment, consumers need help navigating compatibility issues.

Who for
Smart home buyers
Business model
Affiliate sales
Effort
A few weeks

Most smart home buyers waste money on incompatible devices or suboptimal configurations for their space.

An app that suggests tailored device ecosystems based on home layout, existing infrastructure, and usage needs.

Affiliate revenue from recommended products plus premium customization features.

Start with apartment/condo profiles before expanding to full home types.

Risk: Device manufacturers may create locked-in ecosystem advisors.

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