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Here's how Apple wants to turn your home into one giant iPhone

Although Internet-connected home appliances aren't widespread yet, adoption is set to take off this year, according to research from Parks Associates. According to the firm, 40% of broadband households in the US are planning to buy a smart home device in 2015, compared to the 16% of households that have them now.

From the article "Here's how Apple wants to turn your home into one giant iPhone" by Business Insider.

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