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Technology in the Home

Technology enhances life in many different ways and makes our world a measurably better, safer place.
Kevin Gardner
Technology is everywhere in our world. It's already in our cars, and it has completely transformed our phones. More and more, technology is also modifying our homes. Even if you don't have a smart home or a digital assistant running your life, your home is probably already full of cutting edge equipment without you even realizing it. This is not a bad thing.

Green Tech

The advancement of eco-friendly technology is perhaps one of the most important ways that technology is helping to improve our world. Green-tech in your home goes well beyond eco-friendly power options like solar panels and energy-efficient appliances.
It can be built into the very walls by means of better insulation or plumbing options that conserve water. The point is that if you're thinking about going solar you should also look into other ways to make your home more eco-friendly.

Smart Homes

You probably already have a smartphone, but now that same technology is being integrated into your house to make a smart home. A lot of smart home technology is about saving you energy and time, but there are many other perks that accompany it.
Smart homes often have advanced features that you can access from your phone no matter where you are. Ultimately, these features are all about convenience. Having a home base for your digital assistant, for example, can help you better coordinate everything from the family chore schedules to your grocery lists. 

Kitchen Tech

These days your fridge can be digitally connected to your phone to tell you what's inside even when you forgot the list in your other pants. Kitchen tech in the digital age is more than a fancy new stand mixer or a multi-feature refrigerator but don't underestimate the value of less flashy improvements.
Today's dishwashers, for example, get more dishes, pots and pans cleaner with less water, which is good for both your water bill and the environment. 

Security

Technology has always been an important part of security. Nowadays, new and improved digital security features can keep your home safer than ever. For example, with camera doorbells, you can see exactly who is at your front door no matter where you are.
However, there are concerns about the security of smart homes. Remember that being connected to the internet in every aspect of your life has risks as well as benefits. 

Entertainment

Perhaps one of the most obvious ways that technology has changed our homes is in the world of entertainment. Electronic systems have gotten bigger and more comprehensive over the years and will continue to get better as time goes on. What was once a cable box now is often a simple plugin the size of a flash drive.
Whether it's the graphics in your video game or the size of your TV, technology is improving your entertainment options on a daily basis and will likely continue to come up with even more choices in the future.

Tech-Friendly

If you've ever lived in a truly old house, you know the struggle of running extension cords and power strips. It can be a delicate balance to make sure that you can plug in all your devices without blowing a fuse somewhere. Older buildings were not designed with so many electronics in mind, but the homes of the future will need to be tech-friendly.
There are all kinds of ways to integrate technology into your house but exercise caution. Remember that what might seem cutting edge now may be outdated in just a few years' time. Think of all those built-in media cabinets that were made completely obsolete with the introduction of flat-screen TVs. 
Technology is part of your life now, whether you like it or not. The truth is that it can make everyday tasks easier, as well as improve your overall quality of life, so why not bring it into your home?