"connected CE" articles

The term Internet of Things (IoT) has several interpretations, ranging from smart home-related products to a universe of all connected devices. Along with the appealing value-propositions derived from the Internet-connectability of these devices, several other ancillary trends are driving the development and adoption of connected devices. Increase in broadband penetration – Broadband penetration in the U.S. has been increasing steadily since 2009 and is now approaching...

Parks Associates research shows 51% of U.S. pay-TV subscribers are very interested in unlimited DVR storage. Currently, over 50% of U.S. broadband homes either include a DVR as part of their pay-TV subscription or have purchased one at retail. Consumers are recording shows at higher volumes. Companies are looking toward cloud DVR systems to not only meet the demand of the amount of data recorded in the video industry, but to also lead to new innovations and...

The prevailing consumer image of robots is one of a personal assistant or butler that can communicate, is mobile, has arms and legs, and performs a multitude of tasks inside, outside, or even away from the home—in other words, a machine that makes the dream of leisure at home a reality. However, in reality, many of today’s robots resemble typical in-home electronic devices and are single-purpose. Within the robotics industry, there are multiple definitions of robotics. In...

Mio Babic , President & CEO at iStreamPlanet , offers insight into how OTT services are the key to the home entertainment market: What is the most important next step to engage consumers in smart home solutions, connected entertainment services, and/or value-added services like tech support and connected health?      The next step in the transition from traditional television broadcast to connected OTT services is to provide a consistent,...

Amena Ali , Senior VP and General Manager at WeatherBug Home , answers several industry questions about issues that are currently affecting the connected entertainment and smart home markets: What is the most important next step to engage consumers in smart home solutions, connected entertainment services, and/or value-added services like tech support and connected health? When it comes to engaging consumers in smart home solutions, we need to first consider their...

George Land , Business Director, Nexia Home Intelligence at Ingersoll Rand , provides industry insights for his upcoming CONNECTIONS  speaking engagement: What is the most important next step to engage consumers in smart home solutions, connected entertainment services, and/or value-added services like tech support and connected health? Right now, many people consider a smart home as a novelty or luxury item rather than a stable, viable lifestyle upgrade that...

Parks Associates today released new research from its primary consumer study, Emerging Power of IoT in Canada . The study reveals nearly 60% have at least one connected CE, including a smart TV, Blu-ray player, gaming console, connected PVR/DVR, or streaming media device connected to the Internet. Additionally, 5% percent own a smart home device of some kind. Smart home products and services are among the leading interest category among Canadian households. Commenting on...

  Parks Associates research shows consumers' fears of viruses, data loss, and identity theft are fueling use cases for technical support within the Internet of Things. Over 50% of U.S. smartphone and tablet owners are interested in tech support services that provide protection against loss, theft, or virus/infection. Additionally, 16% of U.S. broadband households own a smart home device and more than one-third of those consumers have experienced a problem with one or more...