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Uzone.id—The rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoT) over the past few years has changed how we work, live, and interact with our surroundings. In 2025, the evolution of IoT is expected to reach its peak with the emergence of various innovations that are increasingly sophisticated and integrated, from home automation to wearable devices.
Smarter Home Automation
Smart home automation has become an integral part of modern life, and 2025 will bring even more advancements in this sector. Smart home IoT devices control lights or thermostats and provide more efficient energy management and deeper integration with other technologies.
Through its Next Hub Max, Google will continue to update its technology, allowing control of more devices through a single hub. Features such as facial recognition to activate specific user profiles and more sophisticated voice control are some of the innovations that will continue to be developed.
On the other hand, Amazon Echo, with Alexa as its virtual assistant, is expected to offer deeper integration with other smart home devices, such as door locks, security cameras, and innovative kitchen appliances.
Meanwhile, Samsung and LG have integrated AI into their home devices, allowing users to interact with devices more naturally. For example, Samsung’s smart refrigerator can recommend recipes based on the food ingredients in the fridge.
As for home security, systems from Ring and ADT are getting more sophisticated with features like smart cameras with AI-based video analysis capabilities, facial detection, and integration with emergency services.
Personalized Multifunction Wearable Device
In 2025 it is expected that there will be more personalized wearable devices with various functions from sports to health beyond step and heart rate tracking.
Many people use Apple Watches as their everyday smartwatches. Through its Apple Watch Series 9, Apple continues to update the Apple Watch with more comprehensive health features, such as blood oxygen level monitoring and arrhythmia detection. In the future, the Apple Watch is expected to add the ability to monitor blood sugar levels without a needle.
In 2024, big companies like Samsung launched a device besides the smartwatch to monitor users’ health. They launched the Samsung Galaxy Ring, a device that can monitor users’ health just by wearing it every day. Another well-known smart ring is the Oura Ring.
These smart rings have become popular for monitoring sleep, stress, and physical activity. In 2025, Oura Ring will likely add more sensors to detect complex health conditions.
Health apps like MyFitnessPal and Noom also have integrated data from wearables to provide more personalized diet and exercise recommendations.
IoT and Transportation
IoT in transportation includes autonomous vehicles, better fleet management, and more innovative navigation systems to increase efficiency and safety.
By 2025, Tesla vehicles are expected to be able to navigate complex roads without human intervention. Meanwhile, Uber is investing in urban air transportation technology through Uber Elevate, which enables electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft that can efficiently operate in and around dense urban cores.
Smart City with Connected Infrastructure
Smart cities are one of the main focuses of IoT, intending to create a more efficient and sustainable environment. Innovations in this sector include better traffic, energy, and water management.
Companies like Siemens are developing smart electricity grids that help cities manage energy use more efficiently, reduce waste, and increase energy security. Cities like Amsterdam and Barcelona already use IoT sensors to monitor air quality, traffic, and public space use. More countries are expected to apply this technology by 2025.
2025 promises various IoT innovations that will further simplify and enrich our lives, from smart homes to advanced wearables. IoT will continue to be the driving force behind digital transformation in various sectors.
Companies like Google, Amazon, Apple, and Tesla are leading the way with their ever-evolving products and solutions, giving us a glimpse of a more connected and intelligent future. And as more companies invest in IoT technology development, we can expect more exciting innovations and smart solutions to global challenges.
(Putri)