This story was originally published on Friday May 12, in my weekly newsletter. To receive the newsletter, sign up here. Sometimes the best tool to use is the one you already have. And for sensors, adding new algorithms to existing data may help … [Read more...]
Are we sure we want a smarter smart home and gadgets?
This story was originally published on Friday May 12, in my weekly newsletter. To receive the newsletter, sign up here. Apple wants to build a health coach with the ability to track people's vital signs as well as their emotions. Meanwhile, … [Read more...]
I feel let down by Google’s Pixel Tablet and Charging Speaker Dock
Announced today, the Google Pixel Tablet arrives in select markets with a $499 price tag. Pre-orders begin today with availability expected in June. The 11-inch Android slate is bundled with a Charging Speaker Dock. ($129 separately), turning the … [Read more...]
Ultra-wideband will turn your phone into a car key
Are you ready to dump your car keys? To ditch the fobs, which have largely replaced physical keys, for your smartphone? Even if you're not, the technology is coming, and with it, potentially other new features, such as the ability to detect children … [Read more...]
Playing around with Unabiz’s LTE UnaBell button
For the last week, I've been playing with a connected LTE button from Unabiz that uses the LTE-M network and Unabiz's UnaConnect software to send and show device data. The review unit came with the button itself, some batteries, and a temperature … [Read more...]