Two laws that deal with data privacy and IoT device security will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020. Fortunately, most people building connected devices are ready for the transition, especially companies with big names and budgets. Also at an advantage … [Read more...]
How to remotely monitor that your loved ones are taking their meds
On our most recent IoT Podcast episode, Jeff left a message on our voicemail hotline because he wants a way to remotely monitor if his parents are taking their medications. This can be managed a few ways: one is less expensive and may require a … [Read more...]
Podcast: How AWS plans to take on the IoT
This week Amazon announced several new services ahead of its re:Invent event next week including news about Alexa Voice Services and the IoT elements of the cloud. We also touch base about Wink's latest problem and try to explain the kerfuffle on … [Read more...]
RoomMe brings personalized presence controls to the smart home but consistency is an issue
I've lost track of how many years that I've called for personal presence in the home. And by "personal presence" I mean smarts that tell my house who is in what room and then control lights, music or other devices based on that context. So when I … [Read more...]
Mozilla’s holiday device list is a welcome signal for IoT
Mozilla's annual list of connected consumer devices that have poor security practices or the potential to royally invade your privacy is out, and this time I'm fully on board with the way the organization has designed its study. Based on user … [Read more...]