After embedding radio frequency identification into its park-access bracelets several years ago, Walt Disney World now plans to begin focusing more on smartphone apps.
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Eleven Considerations for Embedded-System RFID Readers
Here are some specific questions to ask product managers, embedded system engineers and solution architects when choosing an RFID design-in module solution.
IoT Delivers Analytics to Fuel Stations
With shopping behaviors changing at fuel stations and their convenience stores, a cloud-based solution from PDI is tracking fuel levels and in-store sales, helping businesses automate replenishment, predict sales and provide digital purchasing experiences.
RFID News Roundup
Vizinex RFID adds tags for tracking containers, pallets; Semtech deploys LoRa IoT network for South Korean expressways; Swittons intros smart IoT devices for pharma lab digital transformation; Estone Technology offers waterproof tablet with RFID reader, barcode scanner; RestorePoint platform enables visibility, control for IoT data.
GS1 Smart-Packaging Platform Connects Physical and Digital Worlds
The GS1 Registry Platform enables product information to be shared throughout the supply chain and with customers via RFID, barcodes and digital printing.
RTLS Manages Social Distancing at the Pool
Nothingbutnet is providing a social-distancing-based premium version of its real-time location system for sports, as well as for offices or factories, that leverages Bluetooth Low Energy technology from Quuppa.
India’s New RFID Passports
The nation is poised to require all of its citizens to obtain electronic passports with embedded RFID technology by next year. Could other countries follow this example?
Time-of-Flight System Detects Proximity to Protect Customer Service Workers
Dutch technology startup Aura Aware has designed and built a counter-top device leveraging STMicroelectronics technology to identify when customers are too close to a counter and illuminate a warning for them to take a step back.
Connected Devices Continue Push for Sporting Greatness—Olympics or Not
The Internet of Things is changing how athletes practice and perform sports, and how spectators interact with them.
Baggage Claim Gains Visibility with RFID
Travelers arriving at Brussels Airport can view the location of their RFID-tagged luggage as it is routed onto baggage carrousels for pickup.
RFID News Roundup
Feig Electronics intros new RFID reader terminal; Sectigo, ReFirm Labs help OEMs detect IoT firmware vulnerabilities; Telit unveils IoT-as-a-service subscription plans; WISeKey IoT early-warning system helps to prevent COVID-19 spread; ToP Tunniste, Fentec Partners unite to develop RFID solutions; SimplyRFID releases how-to guide for RFID-based inventory counts.
Nest Logistica Adds RFID to Better Serve Customers
The company has invested in the technology so it can accommodate customers interested in automating the distribution of their goods efficiently and safely.