Which smart home gadget would you genuinely miss if it vanished tomorrow?

Ring, Nest and the like have turned every front door into a mini CCTV operation. Perfect for catching porch pirates and watching foxes cause chaos at 3am.

It bumps into the skirting boards and occasionally gets stuck under the sofa, but it saves you from hoovering up Sunday roast crumbs. A true household hero.

With British energy prices doing their usual dance, a Hive or Nest that learns your habits feels less like a luxury and more like a financial advisor.

Whether you're asking for the weather, setting a timer for the pasta, or having a proper chat at midnight, it's become the unofficial head of the household.

Philips Hue and friends let you turn your living room into a disco, a cosy pub, or a dentist's waiting room at the tap of a phone. Surprisingly addictive.