5 Tech Tips for a Smarter BBQ

In summertime the livin’ is easy...or at least hosting your next BBQ should be. Gathering together friends and family and spending time together outdoors is often the best part of the warm weather season. 

Unfortunately the outdoor season comes with its own set of challenges. Sunburns, bug bites, melted ice and charred meats can really turn your relaxing barbecue into a nightmare. Thankfully, today’s smartest gadgets can help you have a stress-free get together.

When people think of smart home technology, they sometimes forget the backyard. But smart home tech can turn your backyard into an outdoor oasis perfect for entertaining or even just relaxing more comfortably. 

Whether you’re grilling or just chilling, here are some genius tech gadgets that will help you enjoy your time in the sun: 

Extend Your Awning With an App

There's no longer any need to slather on sunscreen just because you're in charge of manning the barbecue. Instead extend your awning right from your smartphone with the myLink™ app and have it made in the shade! With Somfy’s sensors, including sensors for rain and wind, you can also protect your awning automatically in case the weather doesn’t agree with your party plans.

Find the Right Temperature 

Making the perfect meal on the grill and still enjoying the party can sometimes feel like an impossible juggling act. Fortunately there’s a tech solution so you can serve a great meal and still socialize. Make grilling easier with a smart probe like the iGrill Mini that links to your smartphone, so you always know when it's time to take your meat off the grill.  

Leave Cleaning to the Robots

Leaving the cleanup to someone else at your party might be rude...unless you have the Grill Bot. This little device is like a Roomba for your grill, meaning you can spend time with family and friends instead of cleaning up. 

Say Goodbye to Warm Drinks

Is there anything worse on a hot summer day than an equally hot beverage? While ice is a classic solution, the hot sun can turn your ice cold beverage into a watery drink in no time. Put the bags of ice away, there's a smarter way to keep your drinks cool! The Cooper Cooler can chill your beverages to refrigerator temperatures in only minutes. 

Enjoy Your BBQ Without Bugs

When it's finally time to eat, you don't want uninvited guests ruining your party. After all, bug bites are certainly the worse kind of party gifts. Say goodbye to bugs with motorized exterior screens, allowing you to turn your outdoor space into a true dining area at the touch of a button. Keep bugs away while still enjoying the outdoor ambiance, plus enjoy temperature control while your party enjoys a meal grilled to perfection.

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