Finding “reliable” data about the installed base of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, market size and forecasts is not easy and can be expensive if you have to buy a commercial market report. However, there is quite a bit of free data out there which I have collated here. Creating IoT stats is notoriously difficult depending on accuracy of models, assumptions and definitions. … [Read more...] about Internet of Things Statistics
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IoT and 5G predictions for 2021 from Analysys Mason
Telecoms, media and technology consultancy, Analysys Mason, have released a set of predictions for what they see happening in the 5G and IoT landscape over the coming year. Among the highlights are: "5G will not provide any meaningful ARPU increase in 2021. 5G is not a ‘game changer’ for consumers. Many operators have still to demonstrate that 5G can significantly improve … [Read more...] about IoT and 5G predictions for 2021 from Analysys Mason
Internet of Things (IoT): definitions
Defining the IoT Many analysts and journalists talk casually about the Internet of Things (IoT) as if it is a commonly understood term with a single definition. However, defining the IoT is not so straightforward as it covers a wide range of technologies, processes and applications. This post brings together a range of definitions from experts across the technology sector, … [Read more...] about Internet of Things (IoT): definitions