# IOT Maker Kits The Adafruit 'Feather HUZZAH' WiFi Start Kit Enables Custom IOT Applications By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-12-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wifi-starter-kit References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/internet-of-things-feather-esp8266-wifi-starter-kit-launches-for-37-29-12-2015/) & [adafruit](https://www.adafruit.com/products/2680) The [Internet of Things (IOT)](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iot-connectivity-solution) has helped to change the technology market in a number of different ways and the Adafruit 'Feather HUZZAH' WiFi Start Kit is a further extension of this shift. Offering maker consumers with everything they need to create their own IOT device, the Adafruit 'Feather HUZZAH' WiFi Start Kit comes packed with the [most common sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-stream-pro) that are used as well as actuators. With maker culture showing little sign of slowing down, the Adafruit 'Feather HUZZAH' WiFi Start Kit comes as an alternative for novice makers to foray into the field without having to worry about picking up individual components. The package is an extension of [kit culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-starter-kit), which is still an idea that's alive, well and thriving in consumer culture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **IOT Maker Kits:** The trend of IOT maker kits enables consumers to create their own custom Internet of Things devices. - **Maker Culture:** The trend of maker culture provides opportunities for novice makers to explore the field without the need to acquire individual components. - **Kit Culture:** The trend of kit culture continues to thrive, offering consumers complete packages for various activities or projects. ### Where This Applies - **Technology Hardware:** The technology hardware industry can tap into the IOT maker kits trend by developing and marketing innovative DIY IoT components and devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can explore the maker culture trend by offering user-friendly and customizable IOT kits for beginners and enthusiasts. - **Education:** The education industry has the opportunity to incorporate kit culture by integrating hands-on, project-based learning kits into their curriculum. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Introductory IoT Tech Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arduino-iot-bundle.md) - [All-In-One IoT Retail Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiliot-starter-kit.md) - [Versatile Smart Sensor Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensor-starter-kit.md) - [Digital Business Transformation Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onlogic-iot-connect-kit.md) - [Satellite IoT Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satellite-iot-technology.md) - [Maker-Targeted Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irobot-create-3.md) - [Maker-Friendly Tech Repair Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-precision-screwdriver-kit-pro.md) - [Engaging Computer Science Terminals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecrow-crowpi-3.md) - [Craft Starter Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-starter-kit.md)