The home automation space is poised to continue growing in 2015 and beyond. There are more companies and investors behind these companies that want entry into your home to make it smarter, more energy-efficient, safer, comfortable, and cost-effective. Here are the top 18 in-home automations across all segments, including hubs, security devices, energy-saving devices and monitors, appliance controls, and systems, which you should consider for your home.
San Francisco last week was playing the big game of "Who is it?" as everyone tried to figure out who had taken over the Bill Graham Civic Center, parked a brigade's worth of security in front of it, and was busy knocking out windows and dropping power generators all around the building. Was it a political announcement? A secret concert? Nope, turned out to be Apple taking over the joint for a big announcement this month.