RFID: Dogs! Cats! Guitars?

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 13, 2004—Most of the excitement surrounding RFID is regarding better supply chain transparency and efficiency. This article considers some consumer applications, such as pet and musical instrument tagging.Read...

RFID News Roundup

New RFID smart label printer/encoder; Sokymat launches new laundry tag; new microchips for 13.56 MHz RFID tags and readers; companies to develop smart shelf products.

GW’s Home of the 21st Century

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 11, 2004—George Washington University has developed a model “Home of the 21st Century” complete with networked appliances, a refrigerator that knows its contents, and rooms that adapt their...
Wipro Seeks Expanded RFID Role

Wipro Seeks Expanded RFID Role

The India-based global IT outsourcing provider says it has the tools and experience to help companies plan and execute their RFID deployments.

Wipro Seeks Expanded RFID Role

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 10, 2004—Wipro Technology, India’s well-known and large software developer, has already undertaken a number of RFID jobs, providing it the experience and toolset to establish a strong footing in the RFID...

Getting RFID Into The Skies

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 10, 2004—Last week’s Global Aviation forum in Atlanta was full of news about the aviation industry’s RFID activity with respect to inventory tracking and baggage-handling applications.Read the...

RFID-enabled license plates to identify UK vehicles

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 10, 2004—There is a new type of automobile license plate under consideration in the UK. Dubbed “e-Plate”, the device includes an embedded RFID tag encoded with an encrypted identification number...

RFID Privacy Gap?

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 10, 2004—While privacy is now one of the most talked-about issues with respect to RFID, it wasn’t always that way. There was first a rush to develop the technology; only later were privacy issues...

I’ve got you under my skin

This article was originally published by RFID Update.June 10, 2004—By now, you’ve probably heard about the Barcelona nightclub offering its VIP customers RFID-based chip implants to facilitate access to the club and bar. This article provides a closer look.Read...