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Smart Home Devices Trends for 2023
November 16th, 2022
Homes around the world are getting smarter, and the same can be said much closer to home. Research from Statista Technology market Outlook has found that over 130 million households are home to at least one smart speaker, and the figure for smart home devices is expected to rise considerably in the next 5 years.
It only takes one speaker, smart light bulb or door locking system for people to realise the benefits of a smart home, so this is no surprise to us. As the demand for a range of smart devices grows, we can expect to see a rapid increase in home automation and integration.
Let’s look at the smart home trends that are driving more and more households in Birmingham and further afield to invest in smart home technology.
Smart home security
Smart security devices and systems are amongst the most popular smart technologies for homeowners at the present time, and research suggests that we can expect devices such as smart doorbells, locks, CCTV systems, intruder alarms and safety equipment such as smoke detectors to be increasingly prevalent in the next few years.
As more households invest in individual security devices such as video doorbells, we can also expect to see a growth in the trend for fully integrated smart security systems. Security is a major concern for many homeowners, and the ability to monitor the security and safety of a home remotely and conveniently is increasingly sought after.
In a smart home, security systems can also be integrated with other smart technologies. For example, automated lighting, blinds and audio visual systems can be linked with home security systems to make a home look occupied even if the homeowners are not present.
Smart utilities
In 2023, we can expect to see a continued growth in the demand for smart utilities. There are two key factors that have influenced the need for devices such as smart thermostats and climate control systems, smart plugs and smart lighting systems.
Firstly, following the pandemic, many people have experienced a complete change to the way we live their lives. Many individuals who previously commuted to an office every day now work from home or at least have much more flexibility around working remotely. As a result, people are spending a lot more time at home than previously, and as a result, this has impacted the amount of energy used. In order to try and limit the amount of electricity wasted when working at home, we are seeing an increase in the demand for smart utility devices.
The current energy crisis is another key factor in driving the growth of smart utilities. Coinciding with people spending more time at home and using more energy, energy bills are also at a high, so homeowners are seeking new ways to reduce their energy consumption.
Devices such as smart thermostats, smart plugs and smart lighting systems all play an important role in reducing home energy use, ensuring that climate control systems work efficiently, lights are only used when required, and devices are automatically turned off at the mains when they do not need to be in use.
As demand for such smart devices grows, so too does interest in smart home integration and automation. By linking all smart technologies under a single, user-friendly control system, they can work in tandem, ensuring maximum efficiency.
Birmingham Smart Home Installation and Integration
If you are seeking to upgrade your smart home in 2023, our expert team is here to help. As specialists in the installation of smart home devices and control systems, we will assist you in choosing the right devices and technology to improve your home life.
Contact us today by calling 01827 64688 or leave us a message here.
