Samsung to ramp up IoT business in India after 5G roll out

Seoul: Samsung will introduce more Internet of Things (IOT) or connected appliances that can be controlled through devices such as smartphones in India when the market is ready and has 5G connectivity, a top company executive said on Tuesday.

In India the company has already introduced IOT devices in the form of smart washing machines as well as refrigerators.

“We are working for a better IOT experience for potential consumers globally. The impact and acceptance of IOT is more in Western countries. But the usage of IOT will definitely increase in countries like India with the introduction of 5G,” Sunggy Koo, Vice President, Home IOT, Samsung said.