This week's show starts off with old news that I forgot to tell y'all about last week: The Matter interoperability standard for the smart home is delayed until 2022. We talk about what that means and then turn to Google's confusing fitness wearable … [Read more...]
Two startups trying to bring wireless power to the IoT
I am obsessed with ridding devices of wires. That's why I've been excited to report on the growth of wireless connectivity for the last two decades and why I'm now eagerly awaiting improvements in wireless power and energy-harvesting chips. Over the … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for September 6, 2019
Litmus Automation raises $7M: Edge computing company Litmus Automation has raised $7 million in Series A funding led by Litmus customer Mitsubishi Corporation. The investment brings Litmus Automation’s total funding to $12.6 million and will help the … [Read more...]
Get ready for cordless coffee makers, blenders, and more
Wireless power, after years of waiting, has infiltrated the phone world. Most new phones now come with the option of wireless charging — where the consumer can place their phone on a charging mat or even a table that has such capabilities integrated … [Read more...]