I have the wifi thermostat so we can turn on the AC or heat a few hours before getting home. Some wifi cameras to monitor the house, garage, and yards while we are away, the Ring doorbell in case someone comes to the door (burglars frequently will check to see if anyone is home before breaking in), my house alarm is set to my smartphone so I can arm/disarm/and monitor it myself without having to pay a company to call the police if it goes off, I can open my garage via my smartphone in case my neighbor needs to borrow a tool while I'm gone, and I can unlock/lock my truck from my smartphone. I like making things easy for me while away and I can feel secure of my property while away. If anyone wants info on how to do this yourself, PM me and I would be glad to help.