Enhancing the Metaverse: Integrating IoT Devices to Elevate User Experience

Abstract

This paper explores the integration of IoT devices in the Metaverse to enhance the user experience. This study aims to provide insights into optimizing user interaction within virtual environments by examining design considerations, challenges, and potential solutions. The findings highlight the significance of seamless and immersive experiences, addressing latency, security, and interoperability issues. Here, they focus on features such as ‘‘ease of use,’’ ‘‘customizable and friendly’’ user interfaces, and ‘‘interactivity’’ as opportunities; ‘‘latency’’ and ‘‘security risks’’ as threats. We present possible resolutions such as edge computing, analytics tools, and several security measures to respond to these threats. This paper aims to investigate how the use of IoT devices influences the Metaverse from the user’s perspective and how designers can enhance it accordingly. The proposed solutions include the following: introducing several measures to optimize the use of IoT devices in the Metaverse design and tempering with the Metaverse design to create a more engaging, safe, and secure environment for the user. Future research directions are also suggested to improve the integration of the IoT in the Metaverse.