what are iot devices

IoT devices are nonstandard computing hardware that connect wirelessly to a network and have the ability to transmit data. They are pieces of hardware, such as sensors, gadgets, appliances, or machines, that are programmed for certain applications and can transmit data over the internet or other networks. IoT devices can be embedded into other mobile devices, industrial equipment, environmental sensors, medical devices, and more. They are physical objects that sense things going on in the physical world and contain an integrated CPU, network adapter, and firmware. IoT devices can be remotely monitored and controlled, and they can communicate and interact over the internet. In the consumer market, IoT technology is most synonymous with products pertaining to the concept of the "smart home," including devices and appliances that support one or more common ecosystems and can be controlled via devices associated with that ecosystem, such as smartphones and smart speakers. Examples of IoT devices include smart locks, smart thermostats, smart lighting, and smart security.