Are Smart Homes What People Actually Want?

Are Smart Homes What People Actually Want?
American’s thirst for smart home technology is growing, with more home owners 
seeking greater control of their  home’s appliances, lighting, and systems. Indeed, more than 70 percent of about
2,000 adults recently surveyed say they wish they could just control something in their home from their mobile device, according to Lowe’s 2014 Smart Home Survey. “In general, Americans feel positively toward products that will make their homes safer, more energy efficient, and easier to manage,” says Kevin Meagher, Lowe’s vice president and general manager of Smart Home. “People want DIY solutions that are simple and affordable,” Meagher said about the survey results. What do they most want to be able to do?