So recently, you probably told a speaker to do something or look up something for you. If this is you, then you’re not alone. Smart speakers are on the rise.
So this is according to Adobe Analytics’ stats. They say that nearly a third of all consumers own smart speakers. Keep in mind that number was just 28% from January 2018 (it’s 32% now). Furthermore, they expect the smart speaker to be one of the hottest selling item of the 2018 holiday season. In fact, they say nearly half of all smartphone owners plan on getting a second one. Then, 23% plan on buying one for someone else. And another 23% plan on getting a first one before the? year is over.
The two most common uses for these are to check the weather and ask to play music. The next popular uses for these smart speakers are fun questions, online searches and checking the news. Less people use them to make a call (wow, you don’t even have to dial a number anymore). However, very few use such speakers for shopping. But you can do that if you want. What isn’t clear is which brand consumers use the most. But here is what’s clear: Smart speakers are on the rise.
In fact, sometimes in our Boston computer service shop, people ask us which smart speaker is best. Personally, I don’t have one and don’t plan on getting one. But this is a trend that we in IT support can’t ignore. Plus, they’re affordable, well…kinda, sorta. You can find one for as little lower than $50. But many will cost you over $300. Look, I hate talking about the holiday shopping season in September. I think it’s way too early. However, you know it’s coming, and I do believe smart speakers will be the big tech trend of the year. What’s your bet?