1 August 2024

Trends and innovations in the smart home industry

Smart home systems have been all up-and-coming for a few years now. But are there any other innovations or trends in this industry for the coming years to get these systems even better? Or to make sure even more can be done with it? The answer is: yes, definitely. Below we tell you all about the upcoming trends and innovations for smart home systems.

• AI integration

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in smart home systems is starting to emerge more and more. Think of systems that teach themselves your habits and needs to make your life easier. Like knowing what kind of coffee you drink and what time so that the coffee is already waiting for you without even having to do anything. Also consider thermostats that know exactly when you are at home and adjust the temperature accordingly. Using AI can make your home even more sustainable and improve your life.

• Even smarter security

Good security in smart homes will be a very important issue in the future. This is because securing your home is very important and smart home systems can make this even better. Advanced technologies will be a big topic in future smart home systems. Think about using biometric access, automatic locks that can be controlled via your smartphone or face recognition. Cameras and smart doorbells (such as Ring) will thus be able to instantly alert you to any suspicious movement and even recognise people.

• Standardisation of systems

Most smart home systems cannot yet fully integrate with other smart home systems. Recently, a new system called Matter entered the market. This system allows different types of smart home devices to function with each other. Furthermore, this system also allows smart home systems and/or devices from different brands to integrate with each other. As a result, consumers can immediately do more and there is more choice in systems and devices. The seamless collaboration of different smart home brands is something that will be explored more in the future. So more systems like Matter will enter the market or more brands will use Matter.

• Sustainability

Sustainability will play a crucial role in the evolution of smart homes. Future devices will not only be more energy-efficient, but also more advanced in monitoring and optimising energy consumption. Solar panels, smart meters and energy storage systems will work seamlessly together to make households more environmentally friendly. Think of lights that go off automatically or your plants getting just the right amount of water.

• Smart home and health

Modern lifestyles increasingly focus on health and well-being, with smart homes becoming key partners in this journey. Unlike the previous use of fitness trackers and apps, smart homes now offer features such as smart mattresses for sleep tracking, smart scales for body composition and systems that customise workout plans. They also support chronic health issues with medicine dispensers and health monitors, while air quality and lighting systems improve the living environment for overall well-being. So we will see a lot in this area in the coming years.