You might have heard of lights that turn off with an app or voice command. Or window shades that magically rise every morning.
In this Aug. 16 photo, a child holds his Amazon Echo Dot in Kennesaw, Ga. Technology companies are pushing the "smart home," selling appliances and gadgets that offer internet-connected conveniences you didn't know you needed.
Choose your news! Select the text alerts you want to receive: breaking news, prep sports scores, school closings, weather, and more. In this Aug. 16 photo a child holds his Amazon Echo Dot in Kennesaw, Georgia.