Blogs

Getting started: What is the Internet of Things?

The Internet of Things (or as it’s also known, IoT) isn’t new: tech companies have been discussing the idea for decades, and the first internet-connected toaster was unveiled at a conference in 1989. (more…)

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June 9, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

BlackBerry launches QNX Hypervisor 2.0 to help car makers create safe and secure connected vehicles

BlackBerry Ltd, is addressing safety and security, two of the most important factors for next-generation connected and autonomous vehicle software, with the launch of QNX® Hypervisor 2.0. (more…)

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June 8, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Itron finalises Comverge acquisition to expand grid and customer experience solutions

Itron, Inc., a technology and services company dedicated to the resourceful use of energy and water, announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of privately held Comverge by purchasing its parent company, Peak Holding Corp., for approximately $100 million. (more…)

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How the Internet of Things can completely redefine your kitchen

IoT technology has proven itself to be a useful application in many fields, including education, entertainment, and even automobiles. Now, it’s becoming a cornerstone of the modern kitchen as well. Families can conveniently control cooking tools and kitchen appliances all from their smartphone, tablet, or other mobile devices. (more…)

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RealWear collaborates with HPE to create a head-mounted tablet for connected industrial workers

RealWear has partnered with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) to incorporate the HPE MyRoom Visual Remote Guidance (VRG) solution into the RealWear HMT-1. This is claimed to be the first voice-driven, completely hands-free, head-mounted tablet for connected industrial workers. (more…)

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June 7, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Back to the Future: The IoT, the space race and trust in the power of imagination

Over the past few years, the future has changed radically. Future? Changed? Does it not always change, with every breath we make and with every stroke of a butterfly wing? Yes and no, says Alexander Bufalino, SVP International Sales & Marketing at KORE wireless. (more…)

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Connected complexity could see rise in recalls

The WannaCry ransomware attack this week shocked the world, and the ripples will be felt for months to come. It demonstrates that cyber criminals are stepping up their campaigns and one sector increasingly at risk is autonomous vehicles. (more…)

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June 6, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Industrial IoT makes things Edgy

Some of the buzzwords gaining steam in the Internet of Things (IoT) and Industrial IoT (IIoT) world are “fog computing” or “edge computing.” My preference, says R. Scott Raynovich, founder and chief analyst of Futuriom, is for the term edge computing, because it accurately describes the IoT market, (more…)

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June 5, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Exchange IoT marketplace for digital ecosystems designed to optimise connected product development

Exosite LLC, a platform provider in the Internet of Things (IoT) market, has announced Exchange, a curated library of reusable IoT elements, including industry-proven services, products and content, that enables industrial manufacturers to rapidly solve common IoT challenges. (more…)

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June 1, 2017

Posted by: Avadhoot Patil

Deutsche Telekom is making 1.2 million German households smart every year

​​​​​​​Nearly 13 million consumers trust in Deutsche Telekom‘s products and expertise for their telephony and Internet surfing. The German telecommunications service provider now wants to smooth the way for its customers into smart, connected homes – and is integrating Magenta SmartHome features in its Speedport Smart router. (more…)

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