Smart-home devices take centre stage in Vegas

Imagine a world in which the garage door automatically opens as you pull into the driveway. The living room lights and heater turn on — perhaps the oven starts warming up, too.

In the so-called “smart home,” cars, appliances, and devices all have sensors and internet connectivity to think and act for themselves, and make your life easier.

We’re not there just yet, but we’re getting closer.