Intelligent gadgets and automation systems have converted conventional residences into networked ecosystems that allow occupants to manage their living environment with a voice command or smartphone touch. As we adopt smart homes, we must weigh the pros and cons.

For six remarkable years, Alexa has been transforming Indian households into smarter, more efficient spaces. Echo smart speakers, Fire TV Sticks, and other Alexa-enabled devices have found their way into homes across 99% of India's pin codes, bridging the urban-rural divide.