Smart homes are becoming more and more popular these days. What is a smart home? A smart home is a living space with advanced technology. It allows you to control different devices (装置) in your home by just tapping on your smartphone—whether you're at home or on your way to work.
Smart homes include smart devices and systems, such as locks, fridges, bulbs, washing machines...You may wonder how they work. Smart speakers are used to play music or answer questions with voices. Smart lighting system can be controlled remotely according to your schedule. Smart fridges might suggest recipes and even order foods you need. All these devices work together as one to make your home smarter and your life easier.
What are the advantages of a smart home? Firstly, it is convenient. You can control your home with smartphones or voices. Secondly, it's helpful to avoid the unnecessary waste, so it possibly benefits the environment. Thirdly, if anything unusual happens around your home, the systems may begin to work to protect you and your home immediately.
However, it may not be for everybody. Smart devices are typically more expensive than the traditional ones. What's more, smart home systems rely on connectivity and data (数据) collection, so privacy concerns may arise.
Each coin has two sides, so do smart homes. It's up to you to design your own living environment.