One reason people install smart home tech is to show off to their friends
https://phys.org/news/2018-09-people-smart-home-tech-friends.html
Some researchers say this is because of affordability and installation challenges. Others claim it's because smart home technologies aren't that desirable or useful.
New research we've released today identifies the benefits and problems smart home adopters actually experience, and compares them to the technological solutions on offer. Our report shows that while living in a smart home is appealing for early adopters, it also throws up some unexpected challenges.