connected objects

[kəˈnɛktɪd ˈɑbdʒɛkts]
nounpl: connected objects
objetos conectados
1. Physical devices embedded with sensors, software, and network connectivity that can collect, exchange, and act on data over the internet without human intervention
Connected objects like smart thermostats and fitness trackers are becoming increasingly common in modern homes.
Objetos conectados como termostatos inteligentes e rastreadores de atividade física estão se tornando cada vez mais comuns nas casas modernas.
2. Devices that are part of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem, enabling smart home automation and data collection
The company specializes in manufacturing connected objects for industrial applications.
A empresa se especializa na fabricação de objetos conectados para aplicações industriais.
The term 'connected objects' is primarily used in technology and business contexts in both English-speaking and Brazilian Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazil, this terminology became increasingly common in the 2010s with the rise of smart home technology and industrial automation. It reflects the global shift toward digitalization and the integration of everyday objects into networked systems. The concept is particularly relevant in São Paulo's tech hub and has influenced corporate and marketing language across Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
smart devicesIoT devicesnetworked devicesintelligent devicessmart objects
Antonyms / Antônimos
disconnected objectsoffline devicesstandalone devices

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetos conectados
Standard term used throughout Brazil in tech contexts
São Paulo
objetos inteligentes conectados
More formal, often used in business and corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
dispositivos conectados
Common alternative, slightly more general than objetos conectados
Portugal
objetos ligados à Internet
Portuguese preference for more descriptive phrasing

Related Words

Internet of Thingssmart homeIoT ecosystemwireless connectivitysensor technologyautomation

Related Idioms & Phrases

smart ecosystem
Internet of Things (IoT)
connected living
smart technology integration
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