Slightly over a year ago, I mentioned Ocean Builders’ innovative living pods and how they are using smart home technologies in their vessels. Now, a new contender, Reina, takes the stage. Reina’s flagship yacht home model, the luxurious Reina Live L44DR, showcases not only lavishness but enhanced comfort and convenience also by incorporating smart home functionalities (smart TV, smart speakers, etc.).

The transition from a fixed abode to a mobile dwelling incites inquiry. Can a floating home offer a higher degree of security and privacy compared to its stationary counterpart? Do the potential challenges of connectivity experienced within the realm of floating homes share similarities with those encountered in the context of connected cars and trucks? Beyond concerns about location privacy, the intricate facets of this discourse warrant scholarly exploration, as the enduring appeal of these aquatic residences persists. This theme was also briefly addressed in one of the recent conferences at which I presented.