10 New Gadgets to Create the Smart Home of Your Dreams

Control your devices and apps without touching a smartphone at all thanks to Bixi ($99, available later in 2016). The small device syncs with an app on your phone so you can program eight determined hand gestures — like up, down, left, and right — that mean different actions for certain types of apps. For example, if you're reading an eBook, swiping left or right will turn the page. Use it with all different smart devices for your home, like your thermostat, lights, locks, and even Netflix.