[…] This emphasis on AI aligns with larger market trends in the market. Research from PYMNTS Intelligence reveals that the average consumer now owns six connected devices, with millennials and bridge millennials leading at seven devices on average. The study highlights increased adoption of smart home technologies, such as smart refrigerators and connected thermostats, which have seen ownership increases of 4% and 5%, respectively, from 2019 to 2023. Additionally, there has been a 31% rise in consumers using smart devices for home security. […]