SODAQ is bringing the Internet of Things outdoors with its new matchbox-sized, solar-powered board. It’s safe to say that a vast majority of Kickstarter projects focused around the M2M and IoT space are seemingly designed with indoor connectivity in mind. As a result, Makers are often challenged with finding a decent solution to power their smart devices that can be easily and […]
Every Friday, we’re taking a look at some of the smartest, most innovative projects that have caught our attention on Kickstarter and Indiegogo over the last seven days. OWOW This new breed of MIDI controllers empowers you to make digital music in a more fun and intuitive manner. OWOW is currently seeking $55,568 on Kickstarter. Holus This tabletop holographic […]
Maker develops a smart home system with self-learning capabilities, using sensors hidden in every room. Undoubtedly, the rise of the Internet of Things has ushered in a big wave of smart devices. Packed with sensors, these gadgets will ultimately revolutionize the way in which people go about their daily lives — at work, in the car and at home. With […]
How do you IPSO? There are many problems in everyday life that can be solved by collecting data thru sensors, or by controlling smart objects based upon inputs from a variety of sources. Once again, the IPSO Alliance has initiated its annual challenge, whose deadline for proposals is quickly approaching! The IPSO CHALLENGE was launched as a way to show what […]
Located in Torino, Casa Jasmina is a first of its kind smart apartment. Several months after its announcement at Maker Faire Rome, the (presumably smart) doors of Casa Jasmina have officially been opened. A collaborative effort between Massimo Banzi and futurist Bruce Sterling, along with some support from Arduino, the smart apartment is a first of its kind in combining Italian contemporary interior […]
This device is like Hallmark’s recordable storybooks for the Internet of Things era. Everyone can agree that one of the most exciting things about being a kid is having a vivid imagination. Back in the day, one of the ways to stimulate those creative ideas was through bedtime stories. Aside from strengthening the bond between parents and their children, these tales […]
EON is an open source JavaScript framework for creating beautiful realtime dashboards, charts and maps. The realtime publishing and streaming of data is a key component of the Internet of Things, especially when it comes to tracking and monitoring connected devices. We need a way to easily collect, detect, and distribute data as it’s created […]
WIOT is an Arduino-compatible board with an ESP-8266 interface and lithium-ion battery support. The brainchild of Ubld.It Electronics’ Chris Cockrum, WIOT is an open-source, rechargeable development board for the Internet of Things. Based on an ATmega32U4, WIOT features integrated Wi-Fi capabilities through an on-board ESP-8266 module. The extremely compact device, which measures just 3.82” x 1.02” in size, is also entirely Arduino-compatible. This lets users design and develop their connected project […]
Atmel unveils an innovative 5V Cortex-M0+ MCU series with integrated peripheral touch controller. Say hello to the Atmel | SMART SAM C family, the world’s first full 5V ARM Cortex-M0+-based MCU series with an integrated peripheral touch controller (PTC). The newest batch of MCUs innovatively combines 5V, DMA performance and a PTC with excellent moisture tolerance. Beyond that, the devices integrate advanced analog capability […]
Implementing true IoT requires a three-pronged approach, like a three-legged stool. Implementing true security in Internet of Things (IoT) devices requires a three-pronged approach. Like a three-legged stool, each of these legs are required to properly achieve security with at least two of these so-called legs demanding a hardware-based approach. These legs consist of: A strong cryptographic cipher for the job […]
