THE WORLD IN 2040Super-Smart Living

Allianz Partners has commissioned Futurologist Ray Hammond to look at the future of homelife in the year 2040, to help prepare for the longer term needs of customers. Here are his predictions about what the next 20 years will bring.

Security systems will be based on

the occupants’ biometrics

Facial-pattern-recognition software will identify and track occupants and pets

Hackers will be the new ‘burglars’

By the year 2040, new homes will be…

Super secure: Super sustainable*, consuming:

Robots will assist with all household tasks

Super convenient thanks to robots:

75 % less energy

2/3less water

Super connected:

7G will be standard (which is 100,000x faster than 5G)

Thanks to 3D-printing, clothes, toys, and other supplies can be made onsite

Smart fridges will monitor food and re-order supplies

People will spend their free time on

immersive virtual entertainment and games

Talking robots will provide companionship

*Based on 2015 Smart Home data, see report for source information.