Aico brings “new and improved” HomeLINK app to market

The app is a complementary addition to Aico’s HomeLINK Internet of Things platform, which includes a network of fire and carbon monoxide alarms, environmental sensors and the Ei1000G Gateway that connects them all.

Designed to provide residents with detailed information about the health and safety of their home, the app delivers hints, tips and recommendations for enhancing indoor environmental conditions which, in turn, improves residents’ own health and well-being.

For example, with the improved core features, residents will receive notifications and recommendations detailing how to reduce the risk of allergens, mould and indoor air pollution in addition to fire alarm testing reminders.

Through real-time information, residents will see a breakdown of carbon dioxide, temperature and humidity conditions within each room as well as being able to view educational information that allows them to better understand their domestic environment.

A “game-changing” new feature with the opportunity for enhanced care provides residents with the ability to invite others to view the app such that their family members, carers or friends can benefit from information designed to support residents in following healthy home recommendations.

New and experimental features

Aico’s colleagues at HomeLINK are at the forefront of R&D for the HomeLINK app. Taking matters to the next level, residents can now trial new and experimental features via the app such as different design elements, allowing HomeLINK to directly collect feedback and quickly implement better user experiences.

Amrita Poptani, product manager at HomeLINK, commented: “We noticed early on how the tiniest thing could affect the moods, perceptions and overall mental health of the resident when using the app. With this in mind, we ensured elements of the new user experience were fun and exciting without taking away from the seriousness of the information involved. While it’s always a work in progress, this new version of the app does lay the foundations perfectly.”

To date, Aico has realised the HomeLINK connected smart home solution for over 22,000 socially rented homes in the UK. That number is increasing.

*Further information is available online at www.aico.co.uk

**To find out more about the HomeLINK app visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=8b86NzBJ7X8

***Additional detail concerning Aico’s HomeLINK Internet of Things platform is accessible at www.aico.co.uk/smart-home/