It's bad out there for customers of electronic parts and components. The semiconductor shortage is so severe it's being covered by mainstream media; meanwhile, various politicians have tasked their aides with looking at the global supply chain. … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for Jan 22, 2021
Sharing is caring: Data sharing is being used to help stop rhino poaching, create a supply chain for sustainable plastics, track the spread of COVID-19, and even determine where to rebuild homes after natural disasters. In my most recent IoT Podcast, … [Read more...]
How IoT can and can’t help us go back to work
I've been meaning to write about connected tech in office buildings that could track fevers, ensure people maintain social distancing, and even help with contact tracing for a while now. But every time I get off the phone with an executive who has … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for May 22, 2020
Wink changes course again: So, remember that subscription fee Wink users were complaining about two weeks ago? Apparently the owners of the Wink platform have changed their minds again. This past Wednesday, the Wink Twitter account let us know that … [Read more...]
Podcast: Wyze wants to bulk up and Microsoft Build news
This week's show is all about Seattle-area companies. First up, Wyze wants to raise money, so it shared its sales from last year and plans for 30 more smart home products. Kevin and I talk about the company and its impact on the industry. Then we … [Read more...]