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Digital Health Device Collection

Amazon Smartplug   

Model:   Smart wifi plug
Manufacturer:   Amazon, Inc.
Category:   Smart Devices
Function:   Schedule lights, fans, and appliances to turn on and off automatically or control them remotely when you're away
Compatibility:   iOS, Android, FireOS
Includes:  
  • Amazon 3-prong, single socket, Wi-Fi smartplug
Getting Started:  
Apps:  
Note:   Indoor use only. Requires Alexa app, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz)
Loan Policy:  

Device may be checked out by Duke Health & Duke University patrons
for two weeks. Loan can be renewed two times if no other requests
are pending. Extended loans may be available on a case-by-case basis.
Evaluation Plan:  

Researchers who borrow devices will be asked to complete evaluations to
identify the strengths, weakness, and value of the Device Library.

These three short evaluations are related to:

  1. the researcher-generated questions submitted before borrowing the device
  2. the borrowing experience and impact
  3. the long-range impact (sent 6 months after device return)