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@article{187465,
        author = {Akash and Basavaraj and Basavaraj BG and Darshan AR and Asst ProfessorPoornima and Nivedita V K},
        title = {How IoT Is Powering the Future of Smart Homes: Devices, Architecture},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {5631-5635},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=187465},
        abstract = {Conventional homes are quickly becoming advanced Smart Homes because to the widespread use of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, which offers previously unheard-of levels of convenience, energy efficiency, and security. The underlying network architecture (cloud, fog and edge computing models), the interconnected devices' sensors, actuators and controllers, as well as important communication protocols (e.g., Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and BLE) are the key design elements that are examined in this comprehensive study that looks at the fundamental role of IoT in this evolution. We do a mixed-methods analysis that includes a review of cutting-edge consumer items and an assessment of the architectural design with respect to power consumption and data latency. Additionally, the paper offers a review of actual product ecosystems (such as Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Apple HomeKit), Describing their practical implementation in various application situations as well as security and privacy aspects. such as automated energy management, environmental monitoring, and senior care. The results highlight the shift from strictly cloud dependent systems to more resilient, hybrid edge cloud paradigms and provide a solid foundation for assessing and creating future proof, safe and user centric Smart Home solutions.},
        keywords = {IoT, smart home, smart gadgets, home automation, IoT architecture, edge computing, wireless sensor network, security protocols, Ambient Assisted Living.},
        month = {November},
        }