Google has purchased Nest Labs, the maker of smart thermostats and smoke alarms, for $3.2 billion. Nest Labs, founded by Apple alums, first came on the scene in 2011 with its digital learning thermostat that has since shaken up the staid ...
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A U.S. woman goes to court Thursday to fight what appears to be the first citation for wearing Google Glass, the computer-embedded glasses, while driving. The case in San Diego could help shape future laws on wearable technology as it ...
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The ITRI Tin Supply Chain Initiative (iTSCi) adopted a new technology solution designed to enhance data collection and traceability in this minerals due diligence programme. The system, which electronically replicates current paper based ...
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Against a background of millions of pounds worth of process and packaging equipment being tied up in companies today, and recent research that suggests around 5% of these assets are lying idle at any time, it is perhaps not surprising that ...
Toronto-based Matterform showcased a 3D scanner at this year's CES with two attention-drawing features: It is easy to use for designers, hobbyists and consumers and it is priced below $600. The company promotes the scanner as requiring no ...
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With a strong transport focus, the 3rd annual GeoNext Conference is on again, and features a line-up of presenters covering key areas relevant to the transport and logistics community. Among the topics highlighted will be mapping assets, ...
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Motorola announced Tuesday that its flagship Moto X smartphone is heading for Europe. Moto X will arrive in France, Britain and Germany with the start of February, according to the Google-owned firm. "At Motorola our roots are deep in ...
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Computer security systems may one day get a boost from quantum physics, as a result of recent research from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Computer scientist Yi-Kai Liu has devised away to make a security device ...
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ATHENS, GA — Carrier Transicold has updated the line of applications used to monitor refrigerated trucks, trailers and containers. The company has released TRU-Tech and TRU-View, two computer programs designed to replace its ...
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ShopKeep Mobile is "everything you need to run your store - in your pocket," according to founder Jason Richelson. Related Griffin Griffin Debuts Paper iPad Folios Griffin Griffin Unveils 30-Device MultiDock Charging System Griffin Griffin ...
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People who study shippers said senders and receivers of freight want predictability - even as the economy and technology change rapidly. Truck makers and other manufacturers, meanwhile, said their engineers are pushing scientific advances ...
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Resource and Financial Management Systems (RFMS) is conducting a User Training opportunity on Jan. 27 at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The event will be held on the day before the opening of ...
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BlackBerry will rededicate itself to physical keyboards as the company tries to regain its footing. Out of the four existing BlackBerry 10 smartphones, only the Q10 and Q5 have physical keyboards, and only the former is available ...
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When SDSU plant scientist Peter Sexton needed a new row-crop planter at the Agricultural Experiment Station's Southeast Research Farm near Beresford, he looked to the future - in terms of equipment and networking. With support from the ...
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The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) which represents the $827 billion equipment finance sector, revealed its Top 10 Equipment Acquisition Trends for 2014. Given U.S. businesses, nonprofits and government agencies will spend ...