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Smart Plug IoT Mobile Application

Android/iOS apps for Wi-Fi smart plugs using AP-mode onboarding and MQTT remote control.

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Category

Smart Home & IoT

Industry

Smart Home & Consumer Electronics

Focus

Hardware + software engineering

Smart plug IoT mobile application and device

Smart plug IoT mobile application and device

Project

Overview

Mobile applications for Wi-Fi smart plugs that onboard via Access Point mode and control appliances remotely over MQTT.

Architecture

Hardware

  • Wi-Fi-enabled smart plug with Access Point (AP) and Station modes
  • Supports MQTT protocol for real-time communication
  • Compatible with household appliances (geysers, mixers, grinders, lights, fans, etc.)
  • Overload protection and relay control in plug firmware

Architecture

Software

  • Cross-platform mobile apps for Android and iOS
  • AP mode for initial setup and Wi-Fi configuration
  • MQTT-based remote control via internet
  • Device status monitoring and toggle control

Systems

Connectivity & communication

Wi-FiMQTTAP mode onboarding

Capabilities

Key features

Remote on/off control via MQTT
Real-time status updates and usage feedback
Easy onboarding via Access Point mode
Supports multiple devices with grouping and naming

Outcomes

Business value

  • Scalable IoT solution for smart homes and remote energy management
  • Cross-platform reach on Android & iOS
  • Enables appliance automation and energy efficiency
  • MQTT-ready for broader smart home system integration

Stack

Technologies

  • Wi-Fi
  • MQTT
  • Android
  • iOS
  • AP mode
  • Relay control

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