Presentation by Argus Insights CEO John Feland to the Telecom Council SPIF on the initial results of a Home Automation study looking at the key attributes of early adopters. This short talk teases consumer response to products such as Nest, Dropcam, Simplisafe, Philips Hue, and more as consumers weigh in on what works and what fails as they seek to make their homes and lives smarter. Extra credit goes to an early look at how the conversation around Apple's entry into the Internet of Things might go over at WWDC 2014. Most Home Automation consumers are using their iPhones to connect to their homegrown ecosystems, why shouldn't Apple belly up to the Home Automation bar! Plus you'll learn the surprise use for Dropcam and no nannies are involved!
This slide details the usage scenarios reported by consumers reviewing recent Home Automation purchases. While climate control dominates, it is a source of concern for many consumers. Door locks, lighting controls are other common uses with consumers reporting the most satisfaction with lighting controls. What is surprising are the emerging uses for Home Automation, such as monitoring cats or elderly parents.