Smart cities are a reality today, thanks to the constant evolution of technologies that empower this initiative across the world. From the first human settlement to the industrial revolution, technology breakthroughs have been digitally transforming financial, environmental and social aspects of urban life. Today, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) is generating new…
The transition of vehicles to computer-based control systems over the last 20 years has led telematics (telecommunications combined with infomatics) to play a critical role in the automobile industry. Telematics can be integrated with all types of vehicles and vehicle fleets in a variety of ways; the three primary capabilities of telematics include wireless communication, location services and…
The world’s population is increasingly becoming urban. Right now, 54% of the global population lives in cities. This substantial number is set to hit 66% by the year 2050. In any city, transportation systems are a veritable lifeline. And lately, the Internet of Things (IoT) is seen as the most advanced and promising solution for next-generation transport…
Technology has rapidly evolved in the last decade. Internet, smartphones, the cloud, social media, big data analytics and a number of other technological advancements are disrupting the way we live, work and play. Powered by smart gadgets and cutting-edge innovations, our homes are already far too technological than a mere decade ago. Add Internet of…
Coined more than two decades ago, the term Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) encompasses the subsets of information and communications technologies that applies to operational transportation, aiming to make transport systems smart, efficient, reliable, safe and environmentally sustainable. Herein, the purpose of intelligent and smart transportation system is to create organized, clean and hassle-free structures for…
As we arrive into a new era of digital and smart mobility, the smartphone and four wheelers are bound to interact more than ever before. Connectivity is enabling additional innovation around designs and technologies that feature in the modern vehicles. Thanks to the emergence of revolutionary technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine…
As the world population, and the associated global consumption of food are both rising at an unprecedented pace, the resultant pressure on farmers to match the demand is undoubtedly a major concern in the agriculture industry. So, how can farmers boost the productivity? While the agriculturalists continue to feed the world, a wide range of…
This week while the UK smarthome leader is all set to win North America, an automotive giant partnered with a technology king to up its stance on connected cars. Also Parkmobile got recognized as one of the IDC innovators. United Kingdom’s leading smart home brand Hive has come up with a set of subscription-based smart…
Location based services (LBS) are set to fuel the next wave in social networking. These are services offered through a mobile phone that takes into account the device’s geographical location, typically provide information or entertainment. These services are largely dependent on the mobile-user’s location through which the service provider determines the user’s location in order…
There was a time when maps were an integral part of your travel bag. At least for a traveler from the western world. For someone from a third world country, asking directions from the local shopkeeper or a fellow traveler was the norm. However, things have changed. Now you do not see just an American…
