How smart home tech affects your living space and neighbors

Smart home tech can be disruptive to the houses nearby; smart lights can flash brightly and often, while your smart home security may seem invasive

Apr 20, 2025 - 20:15
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How smart home tech affects your living space and neighbors

Nowadays, it is not unusual to find people installing smart locks, security systems, doorbells, and lighting around their homes. Smart home tech has transformed our security practices; gone are the days we worry about leaving home, not knowing what's happening in our absence. However, it also means we have to be mindful of those practices, like being considerate of where we place our smart home tech and how we use it. These additions impact neighbor etiquette; our actions and setup can make or break trust with the people around us. Here are the ways that smart home tech is affecting those bonds.