Video doorbell. One of the most popular smart devices in recent years is the video doorbell. This is because they can increase safety and save you time by giving you the chance to view who's at your door immediately and even to respond over intercom. Most of these devices have a camera and an intercom system built in, and some also have capabilities for saving recordings, so you can check who came to your door even if you aren't able to do so until hours later.

Robot vacuum. Sweeping or vacuuming your home can be a time-consuming, tiring task. With a robot vacuum, you won't need to worry about small messes, as it'll clean them for you. Many robot vacuums have the ability to map your home after a brief learning period, meaning they'll wander and clean up debris on the floor all on their own, without you directing them.

Automatic pet feeder. If you have a dog, cat, or another type of furry friend, you may appreciate an automatic pet feeder. These devices work by allowing you to set a specific time and amount of food for the feeder to dispense. Then, the feeder does all the work for you, ensuring your pet receives the right serving at the right time.

Smart thermostat. To keep your home as warm or cool as you like with little-to-no effort, you may consider a smart thermostat. Most models allow users to select preset temperatures that they prefer, so the thermostat can then adjust how much it heats or cools the home based on that. You can also set schedules so these thermostats can change the temperature throughout the day to account for varying weather.

Smart speaker. There are many options for smart, interactive speakers on the market. These devices can help with a slough of tasks in addition to just playing music. For example, some smart speakers respond to voice commands that give you the ability to ask questions about the weather or other topics and receive an answer immediately. Many of these speakers also connect to other devices, so you can control your various smart home devices through voice command.

Source: PCmag.com>