Cox Communications have revealed the "Cox Connected Independence" smart home, a tech-heavy house designed to assist seniors in their day-to-day lives. As populations continue to age, older people are looking to technology to provide them with an improved quality of life.

More and more Americans are harnessing connected devices as household guards, secretaries, and entertainers. But as privacy fears mount and constant notifications add to digital fatigue, tech risks wearing out its welcome in the home. How can gadgets be better integrated into domestic settings?

From answering the doorbell via a smartphone to keeping an eye on pets, controlling home security has never been easier – but privacy concerns are stalling what should be a ubiquitous industry. So where are people drawing the line between convenient security and a potential privacy risk?

From SimpliSafe to Google Nest, digital security systems are making it easier to feel safe at home. However, amid dwindling trust in tech giants, news that Amazon’s Ring system has been violating users’ privacy may lead people to question the value of smart home devices.