Now, with an IoT-enabled door lock, a cell phone installed with a security app can unlock the door and send you an alert that Jimmy is home.
Logitech Harmony Elite Remote Control, Hub and App: The Harmony remote works with Alexa for voice control.
The system can be controlled from your smart phone or from a hub like an Amazon Alexa device.
The doors, windows, bath tubs, oven, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker and blender, to name a few, are all available in IoT-enabled versions or can be IoT-enabled through devices like IoT plugs.