Connected Devices

What’s the State of Responsible IoT in 2018? After years of concerning news about connected devices that were hacked, bricked, or used to spy on users, a collection of essays by the experts in the ThingsCon network explores where we stand in terms of creating IoT devices that are responsibly made and respect user rights. […]

Some form of Artificial Intelligence (AI) project can now be found in most companies, with the remainder seeming to at least have several projects in a planning stage. If Marc Andreessen’s now famous “software will eat the world” Wall Street Journal essay was on its way to being true when he wrote it seven years […]

Smart cities can add value not just through money saved by efficient operations but also through the added benefits for citizens and local businesses by adding great design. Let’s change the design — and build a city. The key to building truly “smart” and efficient cities of the future is improving not just infrastructure — […]

A introduction China’s famed DJI (Da Jiang Innovations), the world’s largest producer of drones world wide. This video features the history of the company, its founder, their financial statistics, and much more. Below you will find the outline for the power point featured in the video:   An Intro to China’s 100 Most Influential Tech […]

The IoT technology is not only taking over the industry, but it’s taking over our households, too. The number of IoT devices is rapidly increasing everyday — all with the intent for us be able to control everything at the touch of a button. No problems this far in the IoT home device plan. Everything […]

The definition of the sharing economy varies usually depends on who you ask — or what site you search. You will find that the definition often includes the sharing of a good or service through an online platform. The truth is, the sharing economy has existed for centuries. Communities historically shared limited resources instead of […]

Passed in May 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is an EU law designed to give users more control over their personal data – and to protect against data breach and misuse. Unlike in Europe, in the US, there is no single, national law that regulates the collection and use of personal data. Instead, US […]

Lutron Electronics has added its Caséta Wireless system to the growing list of devices that support Amazon Alexa range, which includes the Echo, Dot, Tap, and Fire TV. The Caséta Wireless system features various connected LED lights that can change color or brightness on demand. The integration of Alexa allows users to change the lights […]

When you think of real estate and technology, the last thing that may come to mind is an augmented reality (AR) phone app that mimics the gameplay of Pokemon Go and allows you to find apartments in your area that have been haunted by ghosts. Sounds unrealistic? It’s just a prime example of how the […]

Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the hottest technologies in the era of digital transformation, connecting everything to the Internet. It is the core technology behind smart homes, self-driving cars, smart utility meters, and smart cities. But there are nine main security challenges for the future of the internet of things (IoT). The number […]

When it comes to smart city innovation, it’s arguable that most use cases are not that exciting to the average resident. A connected garbage bin, traffic light or parking meter is not going to cause applause and adoration for city officials at least in the first instance. But as more and more local systems start to […]

It’s no surprise that companies implementing dynamic IoT solutions are doing so by harnessing the power of cloud computing. However, it may surprise you how cloud computing is benefitting these IoT initiatives. When referring to the cloud, many talk about its scalability, cost-effectiveness, and low maintenance, yet the cloud has so much more to offer […]

The popularity of wedding drone photography is constantly rising. It’s not surprising because these flying machines can take really amazing photos and videos. But many people still aren’t sure about the necessity of aerial photography at weddings or different events. We’ve gathered for you the most important information you need to know about drones if […]

In July 2016, the BMW Group, Intel, and Mobileye announced that they would join forces to deliver a highly and fully automated driving system for serial production by 2021. The companies have since developed a scalable architecture that can be adopted by other carmakers and mobility providers in pursuing state-of-the-art designs and to create brand […]

Drones are a perfect example of how our technology has evolved and will continue to grow in the future. So, what exactly does it offer? For casual users, it is just a fun toy. However, drones have use cases in multiple fields, including safety, health, and industry.

Over the past few years, I’ve had the pleasure of spending significant time on the ground in China for ReadWrite and ReadWrite Labs. While here in China, I’m continuously discovering new opportunities that exist and even more reasons for foreign startups and corporations to consider getting started in China. However entering a new market can […]

2019 may well be a tipping point in consumer and public policymakers’ attitudes about data privacy. The year 2018 started out with an explosion of revelations about consumers’ data being shared with companies without their consent. With connected cars soon to become the norm for new car sales, automotive original equipment (OEMs) need to take […]

It’s been a busy week in emerging tech, with a lot of big news. Here’s a quick recap of what you might have missed. Apple debuts ARKit This past week, Apple introduced ARKit, a new framework that allows you to easily create unparalleled augmented reality experiences for iPhone and iPad.  Some believe this (along with Google’s release […]

GPS and location data allows you to track items, people, and even shipments. At any given time, you can see where something is, how long it might take to reach a particular destination, and also how fast it’s traveling. On a consumer level, the information is relatively limited. You can see a phone’s — and […]

What’s the first picture in your head when you think about a smart home? My guess would be that it’s probably of an app or a voice command turning the lights on in your house. Indeed, it is, but it’s not a complete picture of a proper smart home. Here is: smart homes in 2020, […]

Years ago, the consequences of not understanding the concepts in a class were severe — and could last a lifetime. A child could struggle with homework, work, try, practice, get stressed out — and still not gain a concept. The process often bred a cycle of fear and suffering in terms of bad grades. Here […]

In the industrial market place, the prevalence of connected devices through the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is expanding the possibilities of the digital thread. Streamlining and democratizing this information to specific functions drives attainable value from engineering through sales and marketing. What is a digital thread? A digital thread is a single source of data truth, […]

The Internet of Things — or IoT as we know it — has introduced a new era of connectivity. From autonomous vehicles to smart kitchen appliances, IoT technology aims to create vast networks of connected devices. It has been considered a colossal milestone in the development of modern technology and has the potential to revolutionize […]

Technology is evolving day by day, and so is everyone connecting to it. Marketing approaches took a sharp turn recently and paved the way to introduce digital marketing to all the online businesses out there. Though every one regarded it as an expensive and complicated approach first, it is slowly becoming a necessity for all […]

As you welcome the Internet of Things (IoT) into your home, turning it into a “smart” home, you’re also likely making it an “insecure” home. Here are seven actionable tips to secure your smart home and IoT devices. A more connected home makes your life easier and more efficient. A more connected home makes your […]

If you feel a bit worried when the battery of your mobile phone runs low, you are not alone. A recent City University study shows that battery life has a significant impact on people’s anxiety level and their behavior. A Wired article summarizes this well: “when smartphones start dying, people get weird: they head home […]

It’s no secret that inside sales have exploded over the last 5 years. Every day, more and more companies are moving away from the typical method of knocking on doors and playing golf to make connections, and more towards picking up the phone and doing it all via the internet with the help of sales […]

Over time, mobile devices have experienced rapid development. The increase in the market purchase has made the mobile device man’s best friend — ahead of the trusty dog. Well, nearly. But there’s no doubt that the mobile device is now a man’s constant companion. The mobile functionality, multipurpose facilities, its handy nature, and its ability […]

In 2019, 53% of global data and analysis established by decision-makers announced that artificial intelligence is established, or in full development within their company. Here are the artificial intelligence forecasts for 2020. It is important to note that these findings are taken from statistics revealing percentages calculated from the observation of Fortune 500 companies. The […]

In an increasingly connected world, data drives decision making within organizations, from the world’s most significant to the smallest. The Internet of Things (IoT) – an ever-expanding network of devices – promises to offer business leaders even greater insight, but that means original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) must seize the opportunities and the challenges that are […]

IoT has progressively made its way into the day-to-day lives of both individuals and businesses. From cars to coffee makers to smart factories, the devices that surround us are becoming increasingly connected. The benefits of bringing IoT into our homes and offices are numerous. We have increased efficiency, improved communication, and greater productivity, to cite […]

Enthusiasm for IoT devices is soaring. The Internet of Things is making it easier for everyone to do everything–whether they’re finding a new recipe for roast turkey (I’m talking to you, Alexa), decorating the house for Spring, or turning up the thermostat because it snowed again. Here is IoT and healthcare, when technology comes into play […]

Transition to 5G is just around the corner. This means that the next-generation of networking standards is going to be a major topic in tech this year.  Whenever there’s a conversation about the next step in mobile networking, familiar “alternative facts” and conspiracy theories tend to pop up and have to be debunked. Time and […]

The auto industry stands to benefit significantly with the growth of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly with the emergence of self-driving cars. Vehicles will soon stop relying on the human-operated steering wheel and pedals to move. Instead, they will be propelled by specially-designed software. Technology is making driving more comfortable, and our roads safer. We are […]

Machine vision joins machine learning in a set of tools that gives consumer- and commercial-level hardware unprecedented abilities to observe and interpret their environment. In an industrial setting, these technologies, plus automation and higher-speed networking, add up to a new industrial revolution — Industry 4.0. They also offer brand-new ways to conduct low-waste, high-efficiency industrial […]

Currently, we consider ourselves lucky if we don’t get stuck in traffic while driving to the office. The struggle of even finding a parking spot for your car is real. The smart city industry is projected to reach the $400 billion mark by 2020. The urban population is increasing at an alarming rate. According to […]

It didn’t take long for the once extraordinary idea of having a supercomputer in your pocket and a network of voice-operated devices in your home to become the new normal. As the Internet of Things has become more commonplace, the hardware used in IoT has turned into a commodity that most people take for granted. […]

The Internet of Things (IoT) has already fundamentally changed the way we live. Ever since Kevin Ashton coined the term in 1999, the excitement around IoT technology has only continued to grow and is turning into widespread deployments. Here is wireless power and how IoT fixtures will power the bathroom of the future. We hear […]

There’s a revolution underway at the edge of computer networks, where devices are getting better at assessing circumstances, analyzing data locally, and then actuating more services for consumers instead of relying on the cloud for all of that “intelligence.” But could light switches have morals? Innovation at the Edge is being driven by the need […]