# Device-Connecting Orbs The Homey Automation Console is Voice-Activated By M | Published 2014-06-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homey References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/06/speech-controlled-connected-home.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/athom/homey-the-living-room-talk-to-your-homehttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/athom/homey-the-living-room-talk-to-your-home) If you're looking for a console that will [connect all your devices together](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-management-system) into one stylish system, the Homey glowing orb is the perfect product for you. With an aesthetic design that looks like a moon, the Homey console lets you manage all your devices with the sound of your voice. The Homey device is a fantastic system to connect your entertainment devices, gadgets, social media accounts, online services, lightning and even appliances into one apparatus. Users can adjust things like dimming light switches, thermostats, their [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bestever) status and music all from one console. The [voice-controlled technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexacom) inside the Homey system means that you can give commands from several rooms away. The compact circular shape of the Homey system will help to reduce clutter in your home and facilitate a more digitally in-tuned environment. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Voice-controlled Automation:** The growing popularity of voice-controlled technology presents opportunities for businesses to create innovative automation systems like the Homey console. - **Smart Home Integration:** The Homey console's ability to connect and manage various devices in the home highlights the potential for businesses in the smart home industry to create seamless integration solutions. - **Streamlined User Experience:** The Homey console's compact and aesthetically pleasing design reflects the demand for streamlined user experiences, providing an opportunity for businesses to develop visually appealing and functional products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Automation:** The Homey console's device-connecting capabilities demonstrate the potential for disruptive innovation in the home automation industry. - **Entertainment Technology:** The Homey console's ability to manage entertainment devices showcases opportunities for businesses to revolutionize the entertainment technology industry with integrated control systems. - **Smart Appliances:** The Homey console's ability to control appliances emphasizes the potential for disruption in the smart appliance industry, as businesses can create connected and intuitive products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gamified Smart Home Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majordom-smart-home-hub.md) - [Smart Home Controller Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-remote-controller.md) - [Dedicated Smart Home Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-automation-control-pad.md) - [AI-Powered Smart Home Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-home-hub.md) - [Unified Smart Home Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cisco-home-hub.md) - [Metaverse-Connected Streaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaverse-streaming-device.md) - [Smart Home Energy Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homey-energy-dongle.md) - [Aftermarket Home Automation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-automation-switch.md) - [Acousto-Optic Smart Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-wireless-speaker-design.md)