Mobile app design
NexHub control sysytem
HomeSync is a smart home control app that lets you manage lights, AC, and devices effortlessly while tracking real-time energy usage. With smart scheduling and automation, it brings comfort, convenience, and energy savings to your home.”
Overview
Device Integration – Different smart devices use different protocols (Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth, etc.).
Energy Tracking Accuracy – Collecting and displaying real-time power usage data reliably.
User Experience – Making the interface simple while managing many devices and rooms.
Security & Privacy – Protecting user data and preventing unauthorized access.
Scalability – Ensuring the app works smoothly as users add more devices.
Automation Scheduling – Handling complex schedules (daily, weekly, seasonal).
Unified IoT Framework – Using standard communication protocols (MQTT, REST APIs) for compatibility.
Real-time Monitoring – Implementing sensors + cloud data storage for accurate usage stats.
Intuitive UI/UX – Card-based layout, icons, and simple controls for devices and rooms.
End-to-End Encryption – Secure authentication and encrypted communication between app & devices.
Modular Architecture – Microservices and scalable backend to handle more devices.
Smart Routines – Predefined scenes (Home, Away, Sleep, Get Up) to simplify automation.
Research
Market Research – Studied existing apps like Google Home, Alexa, and Tuya Smart.
User Research – Interviews with homeowners on preferred features (energy tracking, scheduling, remote access).
Technical Research – Best IoT protocols, energy monitoring methods, and cross-platform frameworks (Flutter vs React Native).
Competitor Analysis – Noted gaps in existing solutions (lack of detailed energy insights, limited customization).
Design
Wireframes – Created simple flows: Dashboard → Devices → Device Control → Schedule.
Visual Design – Blue & white theme with orange highlights for active devices.
Features:
Dashboard: Weather, energy usage today/month.
Devices: Cards for lights, AC, Wi-Fi, TV.
Room View: Living room, Bedroom with device count.
Device Control: Power on/off, intensity slider, schedule setup.
Reports: Graphs of usage over time.
Results
Improved Efficiency – Users reported up to 25–30% energy savings after scheduling devices.
High User Satisfaction – 90% of testers found navigation easy and intuitive.
Time Savings – Automated routines reduced daily manual operations by 40%.
Market Readiness – The design aligned with modern smart home expectations.
Scalability Confirmed – Backend tests showed smooth performance with up to 50 connected devices.
