Tech Culture Analysts & IoT Experts - Why Devices Need Apps

Source request: Hi LinkedIn, for a feature story, I am looking to connect with a few experts who can explain: Why does everything come with an app these days? I'm looking for a deep dive into the proliferation of mobile apps, especially for our devices. Does my garage door opener really need to be "smart"? I'm guessing the experts I'm looking for are at the intersection of technology and business/tech culture. Please tag/DM if you know any cool experts working in this area. Reposts appreciated! #JournoRequest #SourceRequest