Smart home technology is often framed as a collection of convenient gadgets, but its real potential lies in transforming how people age safely, independently, and with dignity. This presentation explores how connected devices, ambient sensors, AI-driven insights, and voice interfaces are reshaping “aging in place” across three critical domains: research, industry, and community care. We will examine emerging evidence on health outcomes and behavior change, highlight industry innovations that move beyond novelty toward meaningful support, and discuss how community-based programs are integrating these tools to reduce isolation and improve quality of life. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of the opportunities—and limitations—of smart home ecosystems, along with practical considerations for scalability, privacy, equity, and user adoption. The session aims to reframe smart home technology not as a set of gadgets, but as an evolving infrastructure for aging well at home.