• Costs at or below $100 is a critical decision factor according to three quarters of users who consider price well ahead of features, customer support, warranty or stylish design.

• 86% of consumers want real-time, easy-to-understand feedback from their devices.

According to the study, device companies will need to strengthen their collaboration and partnering skills since it is unlikely any single firm has all the capabilities required to offer a total package. These companies may need to collaborate with software companies that develop user interfaces, or publishing companies that supply health-related information and content.

Follow Michael Cooney on :  

in Network World's Anti-malware section.