--- title: Blog | Destination Homes description: Discover the latest in smart home technology for 2016 and beyond. From automated tasks to voice-activated controls, make your home smarter and your life easier. image: https://blog.destinationhomes.com/hubfs/198%20(1)-1.jpeg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond#main-content) [![Destination Homes ](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/hubfs/DestinationHomes_Stacked_Red.svg)](https://destinationhomes.com) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Contact us](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond#contact) [Contact us](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond#contact) 6/15/16 10:00 PM # Smart home technology: 2016 and beyond [Admin](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/author/admin) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/smart-home-technology-2016-and-beyond) Sci-fi movies have been filled with cool gadgets that put just about anything at your fingertips, with the push of a button. From George Jetson to James Bond, fictional characters have had all the fun. Now, it’s our turn. ![Smart home technology. Utilizing technology in your home.](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/198%20(1)-1.jpeg?width=300&height=198&name=198%20(1)-1.jpeg) Smart home technology is automating everything in the home, from opening the doors and turning on the lights to tracking your sleep patterns and watering your plants. Today’s smart home technology lets you keep an eye on your dog when you’re away from home, alert you when your dinner is done, and warn you of leaky pipes. In 2017, the [GSMA](https://money.cnn.com/2014/01/02/technology/innovation/ces-connected-home/) expects we will spend $44 billion dollars on connected home technology, more than four times the projected sales of $10 billion this year. In the kitchen, appliances like the smart refrigerator seem to be capable of doing everything except preparing meals. The touchscreen lets you listen to music or watch your favorite cooking show. Using LG’s [HomeCha](https://www.lghomechat.com/us/)t app, you can find out what’s in your fridge, perfect for when you’re at the grocery store without a list—as well as check on your other smart appliances. Even your bathtub has become smarter. The [Kohler VibrAcoustic Bath](https://www.us.kohler.com/us/Underscore-72-x-42-drop-in-VibrAcoustic-bath-with-center-drain/productDetail/bathing/738924.htm?skuId=738777&brandId=656492), for example, pumps sound waves through the water for a gentle massage, or acts as your bathroom sound system with your own playlist, whether the tub is empty or fill. When you get out of the tub, use the [Oral-B smart toothbrush](https://oralb.com/en-us/products/7000-wireless-smartguide-plus-electric-toothbrush) to make sure you’re brushing properly. Check your weight, body mass index, and heart rate on the [Withings Smart Body Analyzer](https://www.withings.com/us/en/products/smart-body-analyzer?)—and get the local weather forecast while you’re on this smart scale. Dim the lights, lock the door, start your coffeemaker, adjust the thermostat, manage your smoke detector, turn on your sprinkler system, open your garage door, and even light your way in the dark. It’s all possible with the connected home and smart technology. If you don’t want to coordinate all these functions, bring [Amazon Echo](https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Echo-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-WiFi-Alexa/dp/B00X4WHP5E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463598622&sr=8-1&keywords=Echo) home. This voice-activated home automation controller can operate your smart home technology with just a command. Ask it to play your favorite music, turn down the lights, and give you the latest news and weather update. Are you keeping up with your home’s intelligence? 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