Chinese tech giant joins Internet of Things space

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May 21, 2015 2:14 PM

Huawei believes there will be more than 100 million web-connected devices by 2025 and it will open up its software to developers so the company can "provide the connections, not the devices."

Huawei MediaPad X2

The latest company to join the Internet of Things bandwagon is Chinese manufacturer Huawei after it debuted its own new operating system.

The company announce the arrival of its Liteos software in Beijing on Wednesday, and it works with web-connected devices.

The new software, which can be used on Android devices, will let third-party developers and manufacturers to connect and remotely control gadgets.

The Internet of Things refers to devices (i.e. things) that are connected online and don't have a typical user interface. This includes smart thermostats, garage doors, toothbrushes, tennis rackets and even beds. They collect data about your usage patterns and habits, and often connect to an app that offers feedback to improve your lifestyle.

The news comes just a week after Samsung, Qualcomm and Verizon (in partnership with AOL) announced major strategies to enter the Internet of Things race.

Tech companies like Facebook and Apple, have already launched platforms that aim to bring some order to the relatively turbulent field.

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