Proxima Studio // ShutterstockIn 2023, the average U.S. home had 17 devices connected to its internet service, three of which were smart home devices. If cloud syncing is automated, your connected devices will automatically sync when you make data changes to any connected device. Software and Firmware UpdatesFrom data security to optimal performance, it’s important that your smart devices are kept up to date. Smart TVs and Streaming DevicesStreaming videos is one of the most data-heavy functions that your smart devices can carry out. How to Reduce Data Usage on Smart Home DevicesThere are several ways to reduce your smart devices’ data usage, which in turn frees up bandwidth for your other devices.