#SoILivedIt: 4 Smart Bedroom Routines I Use Daily

Adulting is exhausting. Thankfully, technology has improved enough where wasting energy on repetitive tasks can easily be avoided with the right smart home tech. Thanks to my trusty Google Home Mini, I control my bedroom with simple voice commands that have made my mornings and nights easier. 

If you’re ready to upgrade your daily routine, all the gadgets I mention here can be found at the Next Upgrade Shop!

Setting Up Smart Routines

Before getting to my favorite routines, here’s a quick and easy guide to creating or customizing routines on Google Home. You can create custom routines on Google Home by tapping the “Automations” tab and hitting the “+” button to build one from scratch. Assign actions to each routine—like turning devices on or off, adjusting lights, or setting alarms—and finish by choosing a trigger phrase. Once saved, you can activate any routine by saying, “Hey Google,” followed by the name of the routine.

With the right devices, like my Crabtek Smart Power Strip, Smart WiFi Plug, and Smart Bulb, you can easily control your smart bedroom with ease.

“Good Night” Routine

This routine is my secret to a more consistent and peaceful night’s sleep. When I say, “Hey Google, good night,” my Crabtek Smart Bulb turns off, while the Crabtek Smart Power Strip cuts power to my TV and sets a time on my phone charger—no more worrying about over-charging and wasting electricity. Google Home then prompts me to set an alarm for the next day, and once that’s done, it plays soft ambient music to lull me into sleep. It’s the perfect wind-down ritual, customized to eliminate unnecessary chatter or tasks.

“I’m Up” Routine

My mornings start on the right foot with this routine. When the alarm goes off, a quick “Hey Google, I’m up” stops it and starts the rest of the routine. My Crabtek Smart Bulb lights up in a soft white hue with low brightness, just gentle enough not to hurt my eyes. Google Home then tells me my daily reminders, from calendar events to weather updates, so that I can then set alarms or schedules for the day, making my Google Smart Assistant live up  to its name.

“I’m Heading Out” Routine

Leaving my room for an extended period has never been easier. With a simple “Hey Google, I’m heading out,” my Google Home powers down everything in my room. The Crabtek Smart WiFi Plug switches off my electric fan, and the Smart Power Strip shuts off my TV and chargers. This routine saves energy and gives me peace of mind that I’m not leaving anything on by accident. 

“I’m Back” Routine

Walking into my bedroom and having it welcome me is now one of my life’s simple pleasures. Saying “Hey Google, I’m back” turns on my Crabtek Smart Bulb and electric fan instantly. The Google Smart Assistant welcomes me back and plays music from one of my Spotify playlists. It’s like my smart bedroom's way of saying it's time to relax and rest up after a long day.

Upgrade Your Routines Today!

Transforming my bedroom routines was a game-changer, and you can do it, too! Shop for the smartest devices at their best prices at the Next Upgrade Shop and let your home work for you. Trust me, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it!