internet-enabled device

[/ˈɪntərnɛt ɪˈneɪbəld dɪˈvaɪs/]
nounpl: internet-enabled devices
dispositivo conectado à internet
1. Any electronic device that has the capability to connect to and communicate via the internet
Smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches are all examples of internet-enabled devices.
Smartphones, tablets e smartwatches são exemplos de dispositivos conectados à internet.
2. A device equipped with networking hardware and software that allows it to establish internet connectivity
The company provided internet-enabled devices to all remote workers.
A empresa forneceu dispositivos conectados à internet para todos os funcionários remotos.
3. Smart devices that communicate with other devices or services over the internet, often referred to as IoT devices
Internet-enabled devices in the home, such as smart speakers, are becoming increasingly popular.
Dispositivos conectados à internet na casa, como alto-falantes inteligentes, estão ficando cada vez mais populares.
In Brazil, the term 'dispositivo conectado à internet' is widely used in technology sectors, government policies, and education contexts, especially with the growth of IoT and smart home technologies. The concept is increasingly relevant with Brazil's digital transformation initiatives. In the USA and globally, this term became ubiquitous during the COVID-19 pandemic when remote work and online learning increased demand for such devices. The term reflects the growing interconnectedness of modern life and the shift toward a digital-first society.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
connected devicenetworked devicesmart deviceIoT deviceinternet-connected device
Antonyms / Antônimos
offline devicedisconnected devicestandalone devicenon-networked device

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
dispositivo conectado à internet
Most common and formal translation used in technical contexts
General Brazilian Portuguese
dispositivo habilitado para internet
Alternative formal translation emphasizing capability
Rio de Janeiro
aparelho ligado na internet
More casual and colloquial usage
São Paulo
dispositivo com internet
Common in tech industry and business contexts
Portugal
dispositivo ligado à internet
Slightly different phrasing common in European Portuguese

Related Words

connectivityWi-FiBluetoothsmartphoneIoTcloud computingnetworkbandwidth

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay connected
go online
plug in
wireless connectivity
always-on device
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