Internet of Things Devices and Applications

This assignment delves into the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT). Students are tasked with examining a list of common IoT devices, including coffee machines, TVs, lighting systems, security systems, microwaves, thermostats, washing machines, and smart watches. For each device, they must identify its function, manufacturer, and estimated cost. This analysis provides insights into the diverse applications and functionalities of IoT devices in our everyday lives.

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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 3
2.0 Diagram............................................................................................................................................ 4
3.0 Description of Devices................................................................................................................. 5
31. Coffee Machine.......................................................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Smart TV...................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.3 Home Lighting System............................................................................................................................ 5
3.4 Security System......................................................................................................................................... 5
3.5 Microwave................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.6 Thermostat................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.7 Washing Machine...................................................................................................................................... 6
3.8 IOT Watch.................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.0 Issues................................................................................................................................................. 6
5.0 Solutions to the issues............................................................................................................... 10
6.0 Conclusion..................................................................................................................................... 11
References............................................................................................................................................ 12
Appendix.............................................................................................................................................. 14

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1.0 Introduction
It can be said that Internet of Things (IoT) is the key technological aspect that people
would look forward in the coming years. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of interrelated
computing devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals or people that are
provided with unique identifiers and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring
human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction. There was a time when the technological
devices were seen and used in isolation. However, with time there has been an increase focus on
ease and convenience. The penetration of smart phone has further increase the penetration of
Internet of Things (Feki & Kawsar, 2013). The literature suggests that there are various issues
and challenges of Internet of Things. However, a lot of work is being done to make
improvements and it is expected that with time, Internet of Things infrastructure would be less
vulnerable.
There are some key common themes of risks associated with the use of Internet of
Things. These common themes are security, privacy, connectivity, usage and control (Botta &
De Donato,2 016). The objective of this report is to discuss the Internet of Things in my home
dwelling. This report is based on the eight key devices in my home setting. The report would
discuss the issues for the key devices in my home setting and the report would also discuss the
key solutions for these issues. The report highlights that the issues of IoT can be overcome with
adequate security measures in place. The next section discusses the view of Internet of Things in
my home setting.

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2.0 Diagram
The diagrammatic representation of Internet of Things infrastructure in my home setting
can be shown as:
It is important to mention that all the devices are not in same position. However, for the
representation purposes, the devices are shown in vicinity to each other. There are some other
devices also that could be managed remotely and can come under the umbrella of Internet of
Things. However, for this report purpose, let’s keep the discussion to the list of above devices
only. I have individual mobile application to manage each of the device. There are some devices
that could be used manual also. It means without the need of mobile application of external
support.

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3.0 Description of Devices
The brief functions of these devices can be discussed as:
31. Coffee Machine
The coffee machine is one of the most widely used gadget at homes. I have Siemens
coffee maker. This coffee maker is connected and established over my home Wi-Fi Network.
3.2 Smart TV
I have a LG Smart TV that runs over my home WiFi network. There is a remote control
to manage the smart features of the TV. At the same time, there is a mobile app that could be
used to manage the smart features of my TV.
3.3 Home Lighting System
I have Philips home lighting system. I have a mobile app for lighting system and I can
manage the home lights over the mobile application. I can say that the lighting system is the
easiest to manage across all the devices that I have connected over my Internet of Things
infrastructure.
3.4 Security System
I have a Godrej smart security system that can be managed with a mobile application.
This security system consists of lock for the main door and the locks for each of the room at
home.
3.5 Microwave
I have a LG Microwave that runs over my Wifi Network. I have configured the
Microwave over my WiFi network and I can manage the Wifi with a smart phone.

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3.6 Thermostat
I have a Honeywell thermostat that I can manage with a mobile application installed on
my smart phone.
3.7 Washing Machine
I have a LG smart washing machine that I can manage with my mobile application. There
are various modes in the washing machine and I can manage all the modes through my smart
phone.
3.8 IOT Watch
I have an Apple watch. This watch is connected to my phone. The watch can be used as a
screen to my phone. I can do various operations with my watch.
4.0 Issues
There are certain issues and challenges associated with above devices (Yadav & Singh,
2016). Some of the issues associated with each of the device can be discussed as:
Common Issues in Coffee Machine
Issues Comments
Usage The coffee machine is easy to manage. However, there could be usage
issues if the application is not intuitive in nature (Jia & Feng, 2016).
Control Coffee machine does not need any data or information to be shared on the
local environment. In that sense, it can be said that there are not any
serious control issue
Connectivity There are connectivity issues if the Internet speed is not good

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Security There is security issue if the mobile application is not updated
Privacy There are not much of privacy issue as the device does not demand to
create specific profiles to operate the coffee machine.
Common Issues in Smart TV
Issues Comments
Usage There is some usage issue in the use of smart phone because users have to
create their profile to access the TV. The usage for adults is not the same
as usage for kids.
Control There are control issues if the user wants to have access rights limited on
the use of Smart TV.
Connectivity There are connectivity issues if the Internet speed is not good
Security There is security issue if the mobile application is not updated
Privacy There are privacy issues as the users would want that the content that they
watch on TV should not be shared with minors (Ortiz & Hussein,2014)
Common Issues in Home Lighting System
Issues Comments
Usage The usage of home lighting system is almost simple in nature and there are
not many usage issues in terms of usability
Control The control of lighting system is also simple in nature (Miorandi & Sicari,

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2012).
Connectivity There are connectivity issues if the Internet speed is not good
Security There is security issue if the mobile application is not updated
Privacy There is not much of the data privacy issue as there is no need to store the
data in the database. However, if user creates profile for the use of lights in
his/her room then there could be privacy issues that could arise form data
leak
Common Issues in Security System
Issues Comments
Usage It is relatively tricky to manage the security system as it comes with
additional layer of security. The frequent update of user interface adds to
the usage issue
Control There is control issue that arise from the usage issue
Connectivity There are connectivity issues if the Internet speed is not good
Security There is security issue if the mobile application is not updated
Privacy There is privacy issue for all the users who have created their specific
profile to manage the locks
Common Issues with Microwave
Issues Comments
Usage The Microwave is easy to use and there is not any usage issue. However,

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any change in the user interface of the mobile application can have some
usage issue
Control There is not any serious control issue with Microwave
Connectivity There are connectivity issues if the Internet speed is not good
Security There is security issue if the mobile application is not updated
Privacy There are not much of the privacy issue as the use of Microwave does not
demand to create the individual profile
Common Issues with Thermostat
Issues Comments
Usage It is easy to use thermostat. Any usage issue would be in terms of user
interface of mobile application
Control Not much of control issues (Ortiz & Hussein,2 014)
Connectivity There are connectivity issues if the Internet speed is not good
Security There is security issue if the mobile application is not updated
Privacy Not much of the privacy
Washing Machine
Issues Comments
Usage The only usage issue in Washing machine us in its user interface of mobile
Control The control issues are also minimal with the control of washing machine
(Stankovic, 2014). Every time, user interface is updated there are changes

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in the control features
Connectivity Yes, due to dependency on Internet
Security Yes because of mobile app vulnerability (Roman & Zhou, 2013)
Privacy There are not privacy issues as users are not supposed to create the profile
IOT/ Apple Watch
Issues Comments
Usage There is usage issue as the interface keeps on changing
Control The control issue can also exist due to changing interface.
Connectivity The connectivity issues are less because it is connected through Bluetooth
Security The security issue exists as there could be attacks from hackers
Privacy There also exist privacy issues for data authentication (Roman & Zhou,
2013)
5.0 Solutions to the issues
There are three key things needing to occur to resolve the large security holes in IoT.
These three things can be discussed as:
i. Standard and interoperable security systems must be developed or built in all the IoT
devices. This will not only prevent the hacks but it will also help to identify the attempts
of hacking. Obviously, this is not easy as an integrated effort from all the vendors would

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be required to develop and establish common standards. It may not be possible till there
is a crisis (Guarda & Leon, 2017).
ii. One of another solution is that IoT vendors must have regular update for their software.
The routine updates would ensure that the vulnerabilities are covered and the device is
not an easy target for hackers. It is suggested that the vendor should have a regular
timeline or plan in place with respect to the mobile apps update (Benardos & Vosniakos,
2017).
iii. The third and the simplest way is to protect the applications with password. It is a basic
hygiene factors that the users of the apps must have strong passwords in place. It is also
important that the passwords should be protected in an encrypted manner. The use of
encryption software would ensure that data is not leaked and it is not easy to understand
the data (Alur & Berger, 2016).
6.0 Conclusion
The above paper discusses the Internet of Things in my home setting. With the above
discussion, it can be said that IoT is a powerful thing. However, steps should be taken to ensure
that vulnerabilities are captured. Any amount of data leak from the system could be a costly
affair for user. The paper discusses the three basic solutions to the issues. The use of these
solutions would help the users to take maximum benefits of Internet of Things.
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