Developing a Smart Meter Mobile App: Features for Smart Home System

This report investigates the development of a smart meter mobile application with features for smart homes, addressing challenges and techniques used in its creation. It highlights the increasing importance of mobile devices and apps in daily life, particularly in managing energy consumption. The report covers the history of smart meters, existing apps like British Gas, OVO Energy, and EDF Energy, and their features. It also discusses the unique aspects of mobile phones, the significance of IMEI numbers, and the technologies involved in smart meter communication. The application targets teenagers and adults, aiming to help them track electricity and gas usage, manage monthly expenses, and make payments easily. The research includes a literature review of mobile application development, different platforms (Android and iOS), and a comparison of existing smart meter apps, culminating in a proposed solution using Android Studio.