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Customizable IoT Buttons

The 'SiB' Programmable Smart Button is Low-Cost and Multifunctional

— December 13, 2018 — Tech
The Internet of Things (IoT) is expanding to include customizable solutions like the 'SiB' programmable smart button that promises a multifunctional design to infuse connectivity into almost any environment.

Positioned as the Swiss Army knife of IoT devices, the button can be personalized via the accompanying app to let users choose what they want it to control or activate when pressed. This makes it an effective solution for users looking to upgrade their existing solutions or complete a DIY project that features smart functionalities.

The 'SiB' programmable smart button is priced at just $5 to make it an extremely cost-effective solution for makers to pick up and personalize. The integrated lithium battery will perform over 4,500 functions or operate for about 10 years before needing to be replaced.
Trend Themes
1. Customizable Iot Solutions - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop personalized IoT devices that can be easily customized to suit different user preferences and needs.
2. DIY Smart Functionalities - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create DIY projects that incorporate smart functionalities using low-cost programmable buttons, opening up possibilities for personalized automation.
3. Low-cost Iot Devices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design affordable IoT devices that provide multifunctional capabilities, making connectivity accessible to a wider range of users.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate customizable IoT buttons into various consumer electronic devices, enhancing user control and convenience.
2. Smart Home Automation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate programmable smart buttons into smart home systems, allowing users to personalize and streamline their home automation experience.
3. Maker Movement - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Cater to the growing DIY community by offering low-cost programmable buttons that empower users to create their own IoT devices.
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