Six smart gadgets that make your summer even cooler

Home Decorators Collection White Cordless Smart Roller Shade Powered by Hubspace

These days, there are many smart devices beyond a thermostat that can work together to keep your home comfortable. Case in point: roller shades. Home Decorators Collection smart roller shade takes motorized shades to the next level. Sure, you can control them with their remote, but you can also use the Hubspace app, which allows you to automate their positioning and when they open and close. You can also schedule them to open or close based on the time of day or when the sun rises and sets. All you need is a smart gateway to connect your shades and block out that harsh sun hands-free.

These shades have a built-in rechargeable battery with a subtle USB-C port for easy charging. They're available in a wide range of sizes and a few colors, so you have plenty of options to choose from.

Vissani 8.8 cu. ft. Chest Freezer Powered by Hubspace

Chest freezers are a great way to add some more space for all of your frozen items, so you're always ready to host your family and friends for those summer barbecues. This smart-compatible chest freezer by Vissani gets the basics right. It has 8.8 cubic feet of space, with three included storage baskets, interior LED lights and an exterior thermostat. It’s even convertible, so you can switch between using it as a freezer and a refrigerator for additional storage space.

This freezer's Hubspace compatibility allows you to control its temperature right from your phone. The app can alert you when the freezer is offline or when its temperature is too high. Having a connected freezer allows you to have a little more peace of mind. You won't need to worry about coming home to not-quite frozen food.

Commercial Electric Smart Thermostat Powered by Hubspace

Keep your home cool with ease with a smart thermostat. The Commercial Electric version has a sleek and simple design, making it easy to see and adjust the temperature at a glance. It can easily switch between cooling and heating modes, so it’ll work just as well in the winter, and it’s simple to install by yourself. Its Hubspace compatibility allows you to switch modes, set the temperature and set schedules for times of day or days of the week and it’s compatible with 95% of U.S. HVAC systems.

Vissani Portable Air Conditioner Powered by Hubspace

To help keep your home or rental cool, a portable air conditioner is a great option. This option by Vissani comes in a few sizes and can cool rooms up to 450 square feet, about double the size of the average living room. It’s easy to set up, too. Simply attach the window mount, plug the unit in, and you’re good to go. This particular model has three modes — cooling, fan and dehumidifying — and it’s built to operate quietly, unlike other portable air conditioners that sound like a plane taking off.

With Hubspace compatibility, the air conditioner is even more functional. You can set the temperature or cooling schedule from the app, and you can even schedule the air conditioner to change temperatures at certain times of the day. It’s the perfect option for those who rent or don’t want to permanently mount an air conditioner but still want to stay effortlessly cool during the summer.

Hampton Bay Fanelee 54 in. Smart Ceiling Fan Powered by Hubspace

Maybe all you need to keep cool is a simple ceiling fan, in this case a smart ceiling fan, powered by Hubspace is worth considering. This Hampton Bay ceiling fan has a premium design and multiple finishes. It's got a remote control and the built-in LED light allows it to double as lighting for your room. It can help keep your home temperate in the winter, too — simply set it to rotate clockwise, and it will circulate warm air down.

Both the fan and the light can be controlled in the Hubspace app, which is super handy. You can control the fan speed and duration, so if you’re running it overnight, you can set it to turn off at a certain time. You can also use the app to dim the lights, turn them on and off and set the color temperature. For example, you can set a warmer color in the evening when you’re getting ready for bed and a cooler color in the morning to signal to your body that the day is starting.

Vissani Window Air Conditioner Powered by Hubspace

If you do want something a little more permanently installed (but not as permanent as a central air conditioning system), there are additional Vissani window air conditioners to consider too, also powered by Hubspace. This window-mounted unit is still easy to install and covers spaces up to 350 square feet, depending on the model you go for. It offers all the features you would expect, too. You can easily control the unit in multiple ways whether using the control panel, included remote, or the Hubspace app. Other aspects of the unit are simple too. The filter is washable and reusable, so you don’t have to constantly replace it, and like the portable model, this unit has three modes: cooling, fan and dehumidifier.