Lived Experiences and Meaning-Making of IoT-Based Smart Energy Management in Households
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The rapid advancement of IoT-based smart energy management systems has reshaped household energy practices, yet little is known about the subjective experiences and meanings users construct around these technologies. While prior studies emphasize technical efficiency and adoption models, the emotional, cultural, and relational dimensions remain underexplored. This study employs an interpretative phenomenological approach (IPA) with 15 participants to examine how individuals perceive, interpret, and emotionally respond to IoT-based energy management in daily life. Thematic analysis reveals four key themes: empowerment, privacy concerns, emotional ambivalence, and negotiation of human–technology relationships. By uncovering these lived experiences, the study extends beyond technical outcomes, offering novel insights into user-centered system design and highlighting directions for future research on digital well-being.
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