Whether you’re giving or receiving, you need to see this. So-called smart speakers and activity trackers have become extremely accessible as this year’s holiday shopping season got off to a tremendous start between Black Friday, Shop Local Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Thanks to the crazy sales, Internet of Things, or IoT gifts like the Google Mini could be purchased for as little as $10, and activity trackers like Fitbit were offered for as little as… Read more »
Now that you have an antenna or a local network Internet TV provider lined up, we’ll talk about rounding out you’re your Internet TV options with the sports and other premium channels that cable used to provide. But before we do, we should be clear on the differences between Internet Connectable and Smart TVs and what your options are if you have neither. Simply put, an Internet Connectable TV can access the Internet via your… Read more »
Do you have dreams about cutting the cable and taking more control of your television? Do you then start to research and with head spinning give up on the idea? I did that for a long time before taking the plunge. In hindsight, it was pretty painless. The first thing you should consider is what you actually watch on TV. Are you a sports nut? Do you simply watch network television? Are you a movie… Read more »
With literally billions of applications and devices communicating, security on the Internet of Things is a huge issue, and identity theft is only the beginning. Imagine someone hacking into your baby monitor and spying on your toddler (it has happened) or someone taking control of your home automation system (yup that’s happened too). In both of these stories, the issue was with a defect in application, the home automation company didn’t password protect access and… Read more »
Many Businesses are Either Making or Saving Money with IoT Applications and Devices Last time, we provided an overview of what the Internet of Things is and its amazing growth. Now, a look at how these solutions can benefit everyone – not just investors in the industry itself. Retail: Smart shelf technology is also here! Pick up an item from a supermarket shelf, next thing you know, you get a coupon encouraging you to buy… Read more »
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The holiday season is officially underway! As we all get ready to spread... More »
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