Internet of Things (IoT) Devices: An Overview and Analysis

This report provides a comprehensive overview of various Internet of Things (IoT) devices, exploring their features, functionalities, and applications. It begins with an introduction to the concept of IoT, defining it as a network of connected devices accessible through the internet. The report then delves into specific examples of IoT devices, including smart speakers, smart smoke detectors, smart coffee makers, smart pillows, smart showers, fitness T-shirts, smart cameras, smart ovens, smart TVs, and smart parking systems. For each device, the report discusses its usage, control mechanisms, connectivity requirements, security measures, and privacy considerations. The report highlights how these devices are transforming various aspects of daily life, from home automation and entertainment to health and security, while also addressing the associated challenges and concerns related to data privacy and security. The conclusion summarizes the key findings and emphasizes the increasing importance of IoT in modern society.

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Contents
Introduction......................................................................................................................................3
IoT devices.......................................................................................................................................3
1. Smart speaker...........................................................................................................................3
2. Smart smoke detectors............................................................................................................4
3. Smart coffee maker..................................................................................................................5
4. Smart pillow.............................................................................................................................5
5. Smart shower............................................................................................................................6
6. Fitness T-shirt..........................................................................................................................6
7. Smart cameras..........................................................................................................................7
8. Smart Oven..............................................................................................................................7
9. Smart TV..................................................................................................................................8
10. Smart parking.........................................................................................................................9
Conclusion.......................................................................................................................................9
References........................................................................................................................................9
Appendix..........................................................................................................................................9
Table 1..........................................................................................................................................9

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Introduction
The internet of things is the considered as the ecosystem of the connected devices and
objects that are accessible through the internet. The vast network of devices is connected to the
internet that includes the smartphones, tablets and almost those things that contains the sensors-
cars, production plants, drills, wearable devices and much more. The IoT allows the devices to
control the system and sense the existing networks by providing several opportunities to
integrate with the physical computer-based world. The integration process helps to provide the
maximum efficiency and economic growth (Al-Fuqaha, et al., 2015). The applications of the
various IoT devices reduce the human efforts and also deduct the energy cost. The IoT is
augmented with the technologies like the smart grids, virtual power plants, smart homes and
much more. The typical IoT provides the advanced connectivity to the devices and goes beyond
the expectation of the customers (Bonomi, et al., 2014). There are various devices that are
working under the principle of the IoT. The platform of the IoT makes it possible to deploy,
develop and manage IoT and M2M applications. The massive amount of data now can easily be
processed through the various applications of the IoT and produces the desired results. The IoT
applications are used to capture, collect and interpret the data that are available in huge volume.
The applications of the IoT are now implemented in the cloud platform to signify the usability
and IoT applications. The IoT data management process ensures about the relevancy of the data
and reduces the attacks from the outsiders.
IoT devices
1. SMART SPEAKER
The smart speakers are considered as the smart devices that utilize the Wifi, Bluetooth,
and audio playback. The features of the device are not limited. They are extended to several
platforms like the peer-to-peer connection, mesh networking and much more. Each of the design
is quite different from the others and uses the controlled application methods and automation
techniques (Bughin & Chui, 2017). The main target of the smart speakers is to produce the audio
through a wireless connection which is may be different from the online music services. The
devices have the voice-activated assistants in a digital manner. Typically, the smart speakers
include the wifi and Bluetooth connectivity.

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Usage: Nowadays the smart speakers are used everywhere that produces the good quality of
sound and operates in a smooth manner.
Control: The device is controlled with the help of the smartphones and remote.
Connectivity: The device depends upon the speed of the internet connection.
Security: There are high-security measurements for the microphone for the better voice
recognition. The device maintains the data and stores it properly.
Privacy: The data that are uploaded to the server over the internet are highly secure and prevents
the data from the unknown users
2. SMART SMOKE DETECTORS
The smart smoke detectors help the user to avert the disaster by letting them know about
the mishap beforehand by producing the sound. When there is a danger in the home like the
increase in the carbon monoxide levels or smoke around the house, the alarm sounds and the
sensing machine helps the customer to remove the smoke at a perfect time (Bui, 2016). The
detectors are housed in a plastic enclosure and shaped like a circle with few diameters. The
sensitive alarm produced by the device alerts the customers beforehand prevent the entire house
from damage. The devices are used by various industries and homes.
Usage: The devices are used to reduce the smoke quantity of the rooms and maintain the levels
of the gas.
Control: The device is operated with the help of the remote and Wifi connection.
Connectivity: The device is connected to the internet that helps to operate the entire device even
when the customer is out of the house.
Security: With the speed of the connection, the devices really work well and maintain the
condition in a better way. The devices are highly efficient and reliable (Data, 2014).
Privacy: These are placed inside the home and offices. There is no chance of disturbing the
elements of the device as they are placed above the window.

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3. SMART COFFEE MAKER
The smart coffee makers are used to control the timing of the coffee preparation.
Instantly produce the coffees that are healthy and fresh. These devices are operated with the help
of the smartphone. Before going to sleep, the customer can fill the grinds and the hot coffee will
be produced when they wake up in the early morning (Frost, 2015). Even without getting out of
the bed, the coffee is ready. It reduces the human efforts and saves a lot of time.
Usage: These are used in the almost every home and office. Due to its high-level features and
design, these are highly demanded in the markets.
Control: The device is operated with the help of the Wifi setup. Simply it needs to plug into the
connection and turn on the Wifi setup. Only requires two buttons on the smartphone to operate.
Connectivity: The entire device is connected to the Wifi setup and its speed (Giaffreda, et al.,
2015).
Security: Smart coffee makers are highly secure and prevent from any shocks and other dangers.
Privacy: These devices are used inside the homes, so when the connection fails, the devices
didn't work properly.
4. SMART PILLOW
Everything is now changing with the advancement in the technology. The sleeping
techniques are also changing and becoming smarter. The smart pillows are now coming in the
foam form that contains the moisture-wicking fabric which is highly robust in nature. These
pillows are capable of detecting the snoring sound and gently reduce by vibrating the pillow that
will change the sleeping position automatically without waking up the customer (Jin, et al.,
2014). The pillow also detects the snoring decibels and maintains a report of it in the
smartphones. The pillows can produce the wirelessly slow sound and music without disturbing
the others.
Usage: These are used to detect the snoring of a person and maintain a track on it. The smart
alarm ensures the optimal sleep cycles of a person.
Control: The device is operated when the person sleeps on it and started to snore.

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Connectivity: The smart pillow is connected to the Wifi and works according to the speed of the
connections.
Security: The devices are highly secure as long as they are within the control of the user.
Privacy: The privacy is highly maintained as the user control the smartphone. The pillow can be
transferred from one place to the other (Li, Da Xu & Zhao, 2015).
5. SMART SHOWER
To regulate the shower according to the need of the customers, the developers have
designed the smart shower that is capable of controlling the temperature inside the bathroom and
provides various customization options that can easily change the temperature of the shower with
the help of the android apps and IOS systems (Osseiran, et al., 2017). The user can warm the
shower up to any temperature they want with the help of the controlling buttons and LCD screen.
It also includes the greeting, name, shower timer, notifications and much more.
Usage: These are used to regulate the temperature in a digital manner and help the customer to
get the desired temperature during the shower.
Control: These are controlled with the help of the control buttons and the LCD screen through
the android apps and IOS system.
Connectivity: The shower is connected to the smartphone and operates with the speed of the
internet connection.
Security: The devices are highly secure and reliable as they are placed in the homes.
Privacy: The privacy is also maintained as there is less chance of stealing the device (Perera, et
al., 2014).
6. FITNESS T-SHIRT
The fitness T-shirt is used to maintain the temperature of the body when that T-shirt is
connected to the body. The T-shirt is connected to the IOS apps during the running time. The
shirt is used to reduce the calories, increases the speed and enhances the flexibility of a person.

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The person can also listen to the music by using the app. The fitness T-shirts are quite reliable
and compatible as they have the replaceable batteries up to eight months (Rathod, et al., 2015).
Usage: The devices are used to reduce the calories and fat of a person. They are useful for
maintaining the fitness of a person without any side effects.
Control: These are operated with the simple button on the shirt as well as with the mobile apps.
Connectivity: the device is connected to the internet and works smoothly with the high speed of
the net.
Security: the security factor is maintained properly without missing any grip.
Privacy: the privacy will be maintained as long as the shirt is with the user.
7. SMART CAMERAS
These devices are highly required nowadays by every firm and business. They provide
the best services in case of the security and protect the buildings from any malicious attacks.
They have several detection methods which capture the motion of each person and send a
notification to the user on their smartphones (Rifkin, 2014). They are generally placed outside
the buildings as they are waterproof in nature. The users are able to control the IOS or android
system and manage the lighting system. The smart camera uses the special recognition
technologies that are able to determine the motion of the human, animal and other members into
different categories.
Usage: These are used for maintaining the security system of the buildings.
Control: These are controlled with the help of the smartphone and the internet connection.
Connectivity: The connection is controlled through the Wifi.
Security: due to the better security factors, the device is used (Stankovic, 2014).
Privacy: the camera is placed above the ground and maintains the security factor to a great level.

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8. SMART OVEN
The smart ovens are used to for better cooking of the foods with the help of the advanced
technology and tools. The ovens are highly reliable and provide huge satisfaction to the
customers. The speed of the internet connection enables the process in a faster way and controls
the function of the other parts (Tao, et al., 2014).
Usage: These are used with the high-speed internet connection to enhance the quality of the food
as well as reduce the time factor to a great extent.
Control: the device is operated with the help of the buttons that represent outside the oven.
Connectivity: the connection of the oven is possible only due to the internet connection. The
device operates with the desired key provided by the user.
Security: the devices are highly secure as there is less chance of any attacks from the outsiders.
Privacy: the privacy is maintained as the sensors are highly capable of sensing the unknown
touch of the third person and didn't operate with it.
9. SMART TV
The smart TV is the higher version of the traditional TVs that are capable of showing the
online videos, music and allows the user to play the video games over the internet. The device
requires a setup box that provides the on-demand streaming and home networking to the users.
Usage: These are used to access the online services through the TV by simply connecting it to
the internet. The TV works just like the laptop and needs a touch sensation (Whitmore, Agarwal
& Da Xu, 2015).
Control: these are controlled by the touch of the user, but now the developers are finding extra
options for controlling the device other than the touch.
Connectivity: the TV is connected to the internet and provides maximum satisfaction to the
customer when the connection is speed.
Security: the devices are less secure as they are prone to some attacks. The security systems are
less secure as there are chances of losing the information.

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Privacy: the privacy is maintained due to the wireless connection and provides notification to the
customers when anyone tries to access it without any permission.
10. SMART PARKING
To reduce the cost factor and chaos, the developers have developed the apps that will
provide the necessary details of the parking. Before going to the parking side, the driver can see
the vacant space and according to that, they can place their vehicle in a proper way.
Usage: The system is used in several places where there is a problem in the parking.
Control: the systemic controlled through the android apps and smartphones.
Connectivity: the system of the parking is connected through the internet connection.
Security: it enhances the security factor to a great extent.
Privacy: the privacy of the vehicles will not be disturbed as they have already checked the place
from the apps.

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Conclusion
The internet of things is highly demanded by the customers as they are changing the
lifestyles of a person. The IoT devices are floating in the market. But these devices are not secure
from the hackers as there are many chances of losing the critical information from the devices.
There are several issues with the connection of the devices and due to lack of operational
techniques; the user finds it difficult to operate.
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Appendix
TABLE 1
S.N Devices Functions Manufacturer Average Cost
1.
Smart speaker Produce smooth and
clear sounds without
affecting the ears
through wireless
connection.
Google,
Amazon,
Philips
75$
2.
Smart smoke
detectors
Detects the smoke and
removes it easily with
the help of the advance
tools used in it.
Amazon 31$
3. Smart coffee
maker
Prepares the coffee
within less time and
reduce the human
Amazon,
Philips
50$

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efforts.
4.
Smart pillow Reduces the snoring of
a person while sleeping
and maintain a report
regularly.
Amazon 45$
5.
Smart shower Maintains the
temperature of the
shower as per the
requirements.
Aqubiq,
amphiro
1000$
6. Fitness T-shirt Reduces the calories
and makes the body fit.
Amazon 149$
7.
Smart cameras Detect every living
body and keep a record
of each on a regular
basis.
Amazon 209$
8.
Smart oven Keeps the food healthy
and increases the
process of cooking.
Samsung,
Breville
200$
9.
Smart TV Capable of showing the
online videos and
games with the help of
the set up box.
Amazon ,
Sony, LG
10000$
10.
Smart Parking Allows the user to
sense about the vacant
space of the parking
area.
Quindao 2500$

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