Artificial intelligence has shown incredible capability in the last few years. It’s fundamentally reshaping how we live, work, and play. Research is being conducted faster and more accurately now than ever before. And with a number of recent breakthroughs, it seems only natural that a plethora of AI technologies will be making their way into our homes; to help improve all aspects of our busy lives. Here are home-based AI technologies you’ll be seeing more of in the future.
1. Voice recognition and control
Your daily life could be enhanced by voice recognition, as it’s a considerably quicker, easier and more convenient way to interact with your home than using several remote controls or using your smartphone. You speak into the air, and a number of mechanisms will be able to interpret what you say and respond accordingly.
2. Speech synthesis
It may sound like science fiction, but it’s already a reality. It’s called ‘text-to-speech’ or speech synthesis, and it’s an artificial intelligence technology that reads the text with a human-like voice. This technology is perfect for home use when you’re busy doing something else, such as cooking dinner or working on a project. And, most importantly, you don’t have to hand-write anything.
3. OCR reading
OCR stands for ‘optical character recognition, and it’s a device or piece of software that can recognize what’s written in the printed text. This technology is gaining popularity because of the proliferation of e-books, emails and other forms of digital text. It’s ideal because it can bring certain benefits over voice recognition, such as deeper understanding and precision when transcribing the text into an understandable format.
4. Smart energy management
Household appliances are a big part of the modern home. They’re essential for improving your quality of life, but they can be costly and wasteful. By incorporating the latest AI technologies, you can make them more efficient, effective and eco-friendly. The AI will monitor usage patterns based on past behavior and optimize energy usage whenever needed. Well-designed smart energy management helps reduce your carbon footprint and save you considerable money in the process.
5. Smart infra-structure
AI, or ‘artificial intelligence, is a broad term, and it’s changing continually. However, automated systems will be taking a central role in developing infrastructure. This includes smart roadways, smart buildings and more. For example, the smart highways of the future will be able to optimize traffic flow in response to traffic conditions and weather forecasts, improving both safety and efficiency.
Dil Bole Oberoi
