Ubiquitous computing

Vocera Smartbadge Wins 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award for Best Internet-of-Things Healthcare Wearable Device

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Technology, Hardware, Telecommunications, Other Technology, Health, Hospitals, Mobile, Wireless, VoIP, General Health, Human–computer interaction, Technology, Ambient intelligence, Distributed computing architecture, Ubiquitous computing, Wearable devices, Mobile computers, Wearable technology, Zimmer Biomet Robotics, Internet of things, Medtech, Smartphone

Vocera Communications, Inc. (NYSE:VCRA), a recognized leader in clinical communication and workflow solutions,today announced the Vocera Smartbadge won the 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award for Best Internet-of-Things Healthcare Wearable Device.

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  • Vocera Communications, Inc. (NYSE:VCRA), a recognized leader in clinical communication and workflow solutions,today announced the Vocera Smartbadge won the 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award for Best Internet-of-Things Healthcare Wearable Device.
  • Combining hands-free calling capability of the Vocera Badge with smartphone functionality, the Smartbadge empowers clinician agility and accelerates patient care.
  • We are excited to recognize Vocera for its success and this well-deserved 2019 MedTech Breakthrough Award.
  • They can choose the right device for their role or task, including smartphones or our hands-free, wearable Vocera Smartbadge and Vocera Badge.

Global Kids' Smartwatch Market Valued at 364.3 Million US$ in 2018 and Will Reach 873.5 Million US$ by the end of 2025 at a CAGR of 13.19% Between 2019-2025 - Valuates Reports

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Wearable devices, Human–computer interaction, Ubiquitous computing, Wearable computers, Smartwatch, Microeconomics, Market economics), Technology, Marketing, Market, Futures contract

As companies add competitive products into the market, media space is becoming a desired commodity on smartwatches.

Key Points: 
  • As companies add competitive products into the market, media space is becoming a desired commodity on smartwatches.
  • This report focuses on smartwatch for kids volume and value at global level, regional level and company level.
  • From a global perspective, this report represents overall Kids' Smartwatch market size by analyzing historical data and future prospect.
  • At company level, this report focuses on the production capacity, ex-factory price, revenue and market share for each manufacturer covered in this report.

Global Kids' Smartwatch Market Valued at 364.3 Million US$ in 2018 and Will Reach 873.5 Million US$ by the end of 2025 at a CAGR of 13.19% Between 2019-2025 - Valuates Reports

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Wearable devices, Human–computer interaction, Ubiquitous computing, Wearable computers, Smartwatch, Microeconomics, Market economics), Technology, Marketing, Market, Futures contract

As companies add competitive products into the market, media space is becoming a desired commodity on smartwatches.

Key Points: 
  • As companies add competitive products into the market, media space is becoming a desired commodity on smartwatches.
  • This report focuses on smartwatch for kids volume and value at global level, regional level and company level.
  • From a global perspective, this report represents overall Kids' Smartwatch market size by analyzing historical data and future prospect.
  • At company level, this report focuses on the production capacity, ex-factory price, revenue and market share for each manufacturer covered in this report.

SPS Introduces C-Lam®, a Highly Durable Contactless ID solution

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Ubiquitous computing, ISO standards, Economy, National security, Radio-frequency identification, Payment systems, Smart card, Biometric passport, Payment card, Access control, Contactless

ROUSSET, France, June 5, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thanks to its longstanding experience in the world of ID documents SPS introduces C-Lam, a new solution using polycarbonate that combines robustness, life expectancy and artwork design flexibility.

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  • ROUSSET, France, June 5, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thanks to its longstanding experience in the world of ID documents SPS introduces C-Lam, a new solution using polycarbonate that combines robustness, life expectancy and artwork design flexibility.
  • Building upon the well-known and qualified SPS inductive coupling process, C-Lam consists of a new polycarbonate prelaminate with an inductive coupling antenna and contactless module.
  • Developed by SPS, an independent smart card technology expert, C-Lam can be delivered with chips from many semiconductor and OS vendors, qualified for contactless ID applications.
  • SPS (Smart Packaging Solutions) is specialized in the design, manufacturing and sale of contactless solutions dedicated to ID cards, e-passport and dual interface banking cards.

The Merger With SKIOO Makes SKITUDE the Leading Digital Platform for Skiers and the Entire Ski Industry

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Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Technology, Skiing, Snowboarding, Mobile, Wireless, Sports, Ubiquitous computing, Automatic identification and data capture, Privacy, Radio-frequency identification, Wireless

We are working so that skiers can purchase a ski pass ahead of time and load the ticket on their RFID card, or validate beforehand using a credit card, easily from their mobile on, explained Skitude CEO Marc Bigas.

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  • We are working so that skiers can purchase a ski pass ahead of time and load the ticket on their RFID card, or validate beforehand using a credit card, easily from their mobile on, explained Skitude CEO Marc Bigas.
  • These principles of convenience and post-payment are already well-known thanks to popular services like Uber, he added.
  • As a result, Skitude Chairman Yngve Tvedt explains, the combined digital platform will add a new dimension to the ski industry with a digital journey that is simpler and fun.
  • The Skitude community is currently made up of more than 1.3 million skiers who have used the free applications that are compatible with the Skitude platform, most of them being the official applications of ski resorts.

Diamonds International Revolutionizes The Customer Experience With New RFID Technology

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Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Marketing, Minerals, Business, Automatic identification and data capture, Privacy, Radio-frequency identification, Ubiquitous computing, Wireless, Customer experience, Diamond

NEW YORK, June 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Diamonds International announced today the introduction of RFID technology in their Bay Street Bahamas store.

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  • NEW YORK, June 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Diamonds International announced today the introduction of RFID technology in their Bay Street Bahamas store.
  • The RFID technology, incorporated into a standalone console, enhances a customer's the buying experience of the Safi Kilima Tanzanite collection.
  • Through RFID technology, Diamonds International aims to create a higher level of interest and understanding of the exceptional story of tanzanite.
  • As RFID technology continues to evolve the retail experience, Safi Kilima Tanzanite and Diamonds International take it to the next level by offering education that creates a deeper brand connection and overall brand experience.

RFRain® Launches World's First Plug-And-Play RFID Reader

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Monday, June 3, 2019
Automatic identification and data capture, Ubiquitous computing, Privacy, Radio-frequency identification, Wireless, SMart, Social issues

With the user-friendly RFR-ZM Zone Manager software supporting a browser-based UI, RFRain's Smart Reader is accessible and easy to use for anyone with or without RFID experience.

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  • With the user-friendly RFR-ZM Zone Manager software supporting a browser-based UI, RFRain's Smart Reader is accessible and easy to use for anyone with or without RFID experience.
  • "The introduction of the RFRain Smart Reader is a significant step toward simplifying RAIN RFID technology, which is essential for increasing automation and efficiency in market applications.
  • Data on the Smart Reader can be stored on-premise or in the RFRain cloud and can be accessed from anywhere using a browser.
  • The RFRain Smart Readers are currently available by contacting RFRain directly at 1-833-273-7246 or by e-mail at [email protected] .

RFID Security Industry Expert Ron Fiedler Joins ELATEC as VP Strategic Alliances

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Wireless, Telecommunications engineering, Radio-frequency identification, Automatic identification and data capture, Electronics, Privacy, Ubiquitous computing, Telecommunications, Transponder, Fiedler, Strategic alliance

PALM CITY, Fla., May 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --ELATEC is pleased to announce its recent hire of Ron J. Fiedler, who joins the ELATEC team as Vice President of Strategic Alliances.

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  • PALM CITY, Fla., May 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --ELATEC is pleased to announce its recent hire of Ron J. Fiedler, who joins the ELATEC team as Vice President of Strategic Alliances.
  • ELATEC readers recognize and decode over 60 RFID transponder technologies and are certified for use in as many as 110 countries worldwide.
  • Fiedler is a Security industry veteran of nearly 20 years and a subject matter expert on RF credentials.
  • "We're very pleased that Ron has joined ELATEC to lead the establishment of strategic industry alliances across our many industries and markets," said Stefan Haertel, CEO of ELATEC.

Fitbit Users Can Now Use Fitbit Pay at Seven Major Transit Systems Around the World

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Technology, Consumer electronics, Data management, Hardware, Software, Transport, Health, Public transport, Travel, Transportation, Fitness & Nutrition, Mobile, Wireless, Professional services, Finance, Wearable devices, Human–computer interaction, Wearable computers, Fitbit, San Francisco Bay Area, Ubiquitous computing, California, Smartwatch, X

Fitbit (NYSE: FIT) today announced Fitbit Pay is available for consumers to use at seven major transit systems around the world, enabling Fitbit users to travel with ease.

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  • Fitbit (NYSE: FIT) today announced Fitbit Pay is available for consumers to use at seven major transit systems around the world, enabling Fitbit users to travel with ease.
  • In addition to bringing Fitbit Pay to one of the largest and busiest public transit systems in the world with the MTA, Fitbit continues to expand its global transit system capabilities to serve commuters and travelers from all over.
  • All Fitbit Pay transactions use an industry standard tokenization platform, ensuring users card information is never revealed or shared with merchants or Fitbit.
  • Fitbits diverse line of innovative and popular products include Fitbit Charge 3, Fitbit Inspire HR, Fitbit Inspire, Fitbit Ace 2 activity trackers, as well as the Fitbit Ionic Fitbit Versa smartwatches, Fitbit Flyer wireless headphones and Fitbit Aria 2 Wi-Fi Smart Scale.

STAR Systems International Launches US Based Subsidiary in Dallas, Texas

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Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Automatic identification and data capture, Privacy, Radio-frequency identification, Ubiquitous computing, Wireless, Human–computer interaction, Distributed computing architecture, Telecommunications engineering

HONG KONG, May 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --STAR Systems International Limited, a professional services provider, manufacturer and supplier of RFID readers, transponders, antennas, and accessories, has announced the opening of STAR Systems America LLC, its new US-based subsidiary located in Dallas, Texas.

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  • HONG KONG, May 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --STAR Systems International Limited, a professional services provider, manufacturer and supplier of RFID readers, transponders, antennas, and accessories, has announced the opening of STAR Systems America LLC, its new US-based subsidiary located in Dallas, Texas.
  • "The mission of STAR Systems America is to provide a platform to better serve our US and Latin American customers through local support and other professional services," said Stephen Lockhart, STAR Systems America President.
  • "Since the founding of STAR Systems International six years ago, our focus has been to provide the best products and the best technical support in the industry," said Bob Karr, STAR Systems International CEO.
  • STAR Systems America will offer the same, high-quality, high-performance products and solutions that STAR Systems International partners have come to know over the past six years.