Freaquent froschelectronics unveils HF reader complying with ISO 18000-3 Mode 3 and EPC HF RFID standards ••• HID Global intros rugged ultra-thin epoxy UHF RFID tag ••• TSL Mobile RFID readers validated for Xterprise’s Clarity Inventory software ••• Nordic Semiconductor provides Bluetooth beacon chips to Kontakt.io, Estimote ••• Apple puts restrictions on NFC in iPhone 6, Watch ••• D.C.’s Metro Transit plans NFC-enabled payment pilot with help from Accenture.
Individuals who pass the test will become RFID Institute Certified Associates.
Sponsors of the conference, to be held on Oct. 23, in London, England, include Checkpoint Systems, Harting Technology Group, Smartrac and Tyco Retail Solutions.
Visitors to the King of Rock and Roll’s home are issued iPads that display beacon-triggered photos, videos and other content application to each location within the mansion.
The retailer has begun tagging fashion garments at its Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s stores, to help make sure the merchandise is on the sales floor and to reduce the need for markdowns.