Smart Technology Smart tech in its most basic form is machines or programs that allow web, mobile, sensor, and wireless access. These technologies allow users to interact with their environment in unique ways that require less physical effort, but often more brainpower. Tech in the 21st Century At the turn of the 21st century, the tech boom turned into a revolution. From automatic cooking devices to doors that answer themselves, our homes are truly taking a step into the future. There is an option for an advanced version of just about anything you can want in your home and even things you never imagined. Get Fit The Smart Home Way The fitness trends had just started to pick back up, but the pandemic put the breaks in in-person workouts. For those with a smart refrigerator, your appliance can scan your groceries and communicate to your Alexa device which items need to be repurchased. Handy Robot Helpers The Roomba has been around for a while but now the market is full of a myriad of automatic cleaning bots. You can set these to clean and dust your home when no one is home or when a room has been idle for a certain period of time. However, companies have boosted features that keep devices and smart tech access private from interlopers. From multi-factor authentication to biometric restrictions, smart home technology is more secure than ever. Smart Home Offices The pandemic has changed the way we work forever. In the past, a small number of people maintained a home office but during the pandemic, such setups became the norm. There are even talks of tying in smart spaces to the metaverse as a way to allow for a more immersive experience. Automation & Robotics One thing good about the last two years of lockdowns is that it pushes certain tech to the market faster than usual. Robotics has been a growing field for quite some time, and now that field has exploded. Trends In Smart Technology You Should Follow This Year Technology is always in motion and with so many changes in the world, it can be difficult to keep up with the trends. Regardless of what space you happen to be in, there are going to be at least a few trends you want to keep your eye on. We have put together a list of top smart tech trends to follow this year.