The Internet of Things (IoT) is a very popular tech trend to have taken over the market in recent times. IoT basically refers to the wide-scale networking of computers and other smart devices that are connected to the internet. For example, phones, cars, electronics, kitchen appliances, and industrial machinery. Modern gadgets today, have the ability to connect to the internet and share information irrespective of their geographical location. In this blog, we discuss the top IoT (Internet of Things) trends across the world.
IoT in Healthcare
The global coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly changed the world in a way nobody could imagine. Making the application of IoT in healthcare an imperative need of the hour. To have limited contact with people in a Pandemic, advanced applications of IoT can help to bridge the gap. From telemedicine to automated home help for the elderly and disabled, smart wearables, sensors, and connected devices will continue to change the way healthcare is delivered. It will also be used to minimize unnecessary contact in situations where the risk of viral contamination is particularly high, for example, care homes and infectious disease wards within hospitals.
IoT & Edge Computing
Edge computing is finally taking center stage and this is yet another trend that has been accelerated by the Covid19 Pandemic. The application of IoT is edge computing will give rise to increased innovation. Edge computing, rather than IoT devices sending all of the information they collect to the cloud for analysis and extraction of insights. All of this work is carried out directly on the devices themselves. One clear advantage is massive savings in bandwidth usage and the reduced cost, both financially and environmentally, that this brings. However, just as vital in a post-Covid world will be the benefits to privacy and data stewardship.
IoT & Work-from-home
Work-from-home is the new normal for many of us in the information economy these days due to safety concerns around large numbers of people congregating in offices and city centers. With AI-powered personal assistants like Alexa now installed in many of our homes, we can expect more applications designed to help us manage our day while working remotely. This will mean more intelligent automated scheduling and calendar tools, as well as better quality, more interactive video conferencing, and virtual meeting technology.
IoT & Smart Cities
When talking about smart cities, most people may imagine smart buildings, automated traffic, self-drive cars, pet bots, floating transports, etc. All of these developments are happening with the help of AI and IoT (Internet of Things). The Pandemic has made it obvious that we create a ton of pollution just by the lack of doing the right thing. Pollution is a global problem today and the effects of alarming pollution levels on climate change cannot be denied. The application of IoT in transportation systems can help to reduce pollution. With the help of IoT, we can have automated systems for bicycles on rent and design car-free zones.
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