As with home automation, voice home control has long been the domain of high-end installer network systems and the technically savvy DIY enthusiasts. Over the past 18 months, a new generation of devices has started to come to market. These devices place voice interaction as their primary interface and primary function, not just an application among many on a device.
These voice-first devices arrive as a new generation of low-cost, easy-install smart home devices has expanded the appeal and potential for smart home adoption.
This report examines the potential for voice control to transition from smartphone-led systems and into the smart home. It also explores the vendors and devices driving voice control to be integrated within a range of smart home devices and smart home management platforms.