• Assurant published its 2026 Global Connected Consumer Trends Report, positioning connected devices as critical infrastructure for work, payments, identity, mobility.
• Global survey of 11,000+ consumers showed 80% say connected technology improves life, up 19 percentage points since 2021.
• AI-driven device complexity is lifting expectations for reliability, simpler use, predictable costs, transparent support.
• Protection shifted from “peace of mind” to continuity, cost control; 85% said customizable protection plans increase device purchase likelihood.

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