US
adults
Early
adopters
Data privacy
34
29
Hacking/cyber attack
33
26
They are over-priced
33
26
Not being able to use them if my internet isn’t working
29
22
Getting locked out of devices
23
17
Having more passwords/security to remember
22
17
Need electricity and Internet to function at the same time
20
21
Cost of running
17
17
Difficult to use or set up
15
15
Limited connectivity between smart appliances from different manufacturers
13
16
Other
4
3
Not applicable – I don’t have any concerns about smart appliances
21
17
Early adopters are those who agree with one of the following statements: "I’m actively on the look-out to buy new technology devices and services," or "I'm always keen to use new technology products as soon as they enter the market."