Abstract:Background
Health-monitoring smart homes are becoming popular, with experts arguing that 9-to-5 health care services might soon become a thing of the past. However, no review has explored the landscape of smart home technologies that aim to promote physical activity and independent living among a wide range of age groups.
Objective
This review aims to map published studies on smart home technologies aimed at promoting physical activity among the general… Show more
“…As reported in the results, becoming familiar with such technology seems to be a good property to assure good usability, user experience, and acceptance outcomes. This finding is in line with other studies in which older adults appeared to be compliant with the use of innovative solutions [33]. In a recent scoping review [34], the key to matching the n needs and requirements of older adult users to ensure accessibility and usability is considered a priority in the design phase of any device.…”
Gerontechnology is an interdisciplinary field of research involving gerontology and technology in order to help older adults identify and slow down the effects of age-related physical and cognitive decline. It has enormous potential to allow individuals to remain in their own homes and improve their quality of life. This study aims to assess the impact of a multicomponent platform, consisting of an ambient sensor, wearable devices, and a cloud application, as an intervention in terms of usability and acceptance as primary outcomes and well-being, quality of life, and self-efficacy as secondary outcomes in a sample of 25 older adults aged over 65 after 21 days of non-supervised usage at home. This research involved the use of a mixed-methods approach, in which both qualitative and quantitative data were collected in three different measurements. Overall, the participants shared good engagement with the integrated platform. The system achieved positive results in terms of both usability and acceptance, especially the smartwatch. The state of complete well-being slightly improved over the period, whereas self-efficacy remained stable. This study demonstrates the ability of target users to use technology independently in their home environment: it strengthens the idea that this technology is ready for mainstream use and offers food for thought for developers who create products for the aging population.
“…As reported in the results, becoming familiar with such technology seems to be a good property to assure good usability, user experience, and acceptance outcomes. This finding is in line with other studies in which older adults appeared to be compliant with the use of innovative solutions [33]. In a recent scoping review [34], the key to matching the n needs and requirements of older adult users to ensure accessibility and usability is considered a priority in the design phase of any device.…”
Gerontechnology is an interdisciplinary field of research involving gerontology and technology in order to help older adults identify and slow down the effects of age-related physical and cognitive decline. It has enormous potential to allow individuals to remain in their own homes and improve their quality of life. This study aims to assess the impact of a multicomponent platform, consisting of an ambient sensor, wearable devices, and a cloud application, as an intervention in terms of usability and acceptance as primary outcomes and well-being, quality of life, and self-efficacy as secondary outcomes in a sample of 25 older adults aged over 65 after 21 days of non-supervised usage at home. This research involved the use of a mixed-methods approach, in which both qualitative and quantitative data were collected in three different measurements. Overall, the participants shared good engagement with the integrated platform. The system achieved positive results in terms of both usability and acceptance, especially the smartwatch. The state of complete well-being slightly improved over the period, whereas self-efficacy remained stable. This study demonstrates the ability of target users to use technology independently in their home environment: it strengthens the idea that this technology is ready for mainstream use and offers food for thought for developers who create products for the aging population.
“…It serves as a companion and coach, offering emotional support and assistance to older users; CelesTE, an interactive small angel statue designed specifically as a spiritual companion for Christian Catholic seniors, inspired by the existing SanTO robot [ 42 , 43 , 44 ]. CelesTE engages with users, providing companionship, guidance, and spiritual support; Tablet with a built-in Google assistant that serves as a coaching tool, delivering personalized information and reminders as well as engaging in voice-based interactions with older users [ 45 ]. …”
Section: Platform Componentsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Tablet with a built-in Google assistant that serves as a coaching tool, delivering personalized information and reminders as well as engaging in voice-based interactions with older users [ 45 ].…”
Section: Platform Componentsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…CelesTE engages with users, providing companionship, guidance, and spiritual support; 5. Tablet with a built-in Google assistant that serves as a coaching tool, delivering personalized information and reminders as well as engaging in voice-based interactions with older users [45]. Some of the coaching devices were selected from the market, including NAO and the tablet.…”
With a substantial rise in life expectancy throughout the last century, society faces the imperative of seeking inventive approaches to foster active aging and provide adequate aging care. The e-VITA initiative, jointly funded by the European Union and Japan, centers on an advanced virtual coaching methodology designed to target essential aspects of promoting active and healthy aging. This paper describes the technical framework underlying the e-VITA virtual coaching system platform and presents preliminary feedback on its use. At its core is the e-VITA Manager, a pivotal component responsible for harmonizing the seamless integration of various specialized devices and modules. These modules include the Dialogue Manager, Data Fusion, and Emotional Detection, each making distinct contributions to enhance the platform’s functionalities. The platform’s design incorporates a multitude of devices and software components from Europe and Japan, each built upon diverse technologies and standards. This versatile platform facilitates communication and seamless integration among smart devices such as sensors and robots while efficiently managing data to provide comprehensive coaching functionalities.
“…Teknologi rumah pintar juga berkontribusi pada kesehatan dan kebugaran kita (Oyibo et al, 2023). Misalnya, kasur pintar dapat memantau pola tidur Anda dan memberikan wawasan berharga untuk membantu meningkatkan kualitas tidur Anda.…”
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the adoption of smart home technology. From voice assistants like Amazon’s Alexa and Google Home to smart thermostats and security systems. Smart home technology is becoming more and more commonly used by modern society. The aim of this research is a review of smart home technology that can revolutionize our living space. The results of the review conclude that smart home is a technology that is increasingly being used. This smart home has many advantages, but also has some disadvantages that need to be considered. The development of this smart home is an interesting and potentially revolutionary way of living and how we interact with living space.
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