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Voice-Responsive Home

Everyday items in the home become enhanced through voice recognition

Implications - Voice-controlled technology begins permeating the home in surprisingly routine ways as consumers expect more from their everyday appliances and devices. As small items throughout the home are becoming outfitted with voice-activated features, homeowners are empowered with a sense of total control as well as the ultimate form of personalization as they can change almost any setting with a single word.
Workshop Question - Is your brand instilling a sense of control into its consumers?
Trend Themes
1. Voice-activated Technology - As consumers expect more from their everyday appliances and devices, voice recognition is expected from routine items.
2. Smart Home Integration - Homeowners are empowered with a sense of total control and personalization through integration of everyday items with voice-activated features.
3. Voice Assistants in Technology - There’s a growing consumer preference for technology products integrating with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - Home appliances and everyday items are becoming more intelligent with new features being added for convenience.
2. Home Security - As technology advances, home security can be improved with voice-activated features and smart integration.
3. Personal Technology Devices - As technology for personal devices advances, they become more integrated with smart home technology with voice assistant functionality.
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Featured Examples

Voice-Activated Trash Cans
Voice-Activated Trash Cans
These Smart Garbage Cans from Simplehuman Will Be Unveiled at CES 2017
SImplehuman, a California-based brand that specializes in bath, beauty and kitchen tools, released a smart garbage can a few years back that was opened when it sensed movement in front of it. For... MORE
Voice-Activated Light Bulbs
Voice-Activated Light Bulbs
The Sengled Voice Bulbs Revealed at CES 2016 Turn on When Glass Breaks
Joining the likes of the innovative lighting brand’s other multi-purpose bulbs, the Sengled Voice smart bulbs released at CES 2016 merge the worlds of security, communication and technology.... MORE
Voice Assistant Projectors
Voice Assistant Projectors
The 'GoSho' Mini HD Projector Creates a 200-Inch Widescreen Image
The ‘GoSho’ mini HD projector has been engineered as a powerful piece of equipment for modern technology users that will offer them the ability to enjoy their favorite content or play... MORE
Voice-Activated Device Chargers
Voice-Activated Device Chargers
The Dok Talk CR25 System Will Be Unveiled at CES 2017
The company Dok Solution is known for its smart chargers and its new Dok Talk CR25 provides a comprehensive way for its users to charge several of their devices at once. The charging station is... MORE
Voice-Controlled Yard Assistants
Voice-Controlled Yard Assistants
Troy-Bilt's Amazon Alexa Skill Offers Helpful Lawn Care Tips
Outdoor power equipment manufacturer Troy-Bilt just launched its first-ever Amazon Alexa skill, called ‘Ask Troy-Bilt,’ which gives consumers the chance to use the voice recognition tool... MORE
play_circle_filledVoice-Activated Temperature Valves
Voice-Activated Temperature Valves
This Connected Smart Valve Allows Remote Temperature Control
Netatmo’s smart radiator temperature valves, designed by none other than famed French designer Philippe Starck, make it possible for people to remotely but accurately maintain control over the... MORE

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