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In Europe, less than 10% familiar with smart products

Less than 10% of Western European broadband households are familiar with smart products, according to Parks Associates.

New Parks Associates research shows low consumer familiarity with smart home technologies in key European markets, while one-third of broadband households have strong concerns about the security of smart home products.

From the article "In Europe, less than 10% familiar with smart products" by BroadbandTVNews.com.

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