Thoughts From NRF’s Big Show
Based on the products on display at the conference, it seems retailers are focused on making shopping easier—even from your phone.
RFID News Roundup
Invengo releases high-performance EPC Gen 2 RFID inlays for retail apps; Container Centralen deploys Confidex tags in 3.5 million plant trolleys; Telefónica, Visa Europe, la Caixa complete NFC-enabled Spanish mobile shopping project; Savi’s RFID hardware passes global field tests for standards compliance; Motorola Solutions’ MC9190-G handheld computer comes with built-in RFID tag; FIATECH publishes guide on RFID for construction industry.
RFID Journal Offers Guide to Choosing the Right RFID System
The new 40-page report explains the differences between passive, active, battery-assisted, ultra-wideband, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, hybrid, chipless and other systems—as well as which is best for common applications.
Where Can I Find a Miniature RFID Reader?
I am looking for the best medium-range (1 to 3 meter) miniature interrogator—ideally, one with its own battery power source. What would the experts suggest? —Name withheld ——— I am unaware of any reader that would fit your needs. A read range of 3 meters...
To Keep Drugs from Expiring, Hospital Tests Intelliguard System
The San Diego facility hopes to save costs by deploying MEPS Real-Time’s drug-management system, which uses RFID-enabled drug-dispensing cabinets in conjunction with standard EPC Gen 2 tags.
With RFID, Malaysian Logistics Company Gets Fewer Blowouts
Lee Ting San Group has begun attaching rubber-encased EPC Gen 2 tags to tires on some of its trucks, to help it track inspection and maintenance.
Confidex Supplies the EPC Gen2 Compliant RFID E-seals for RTIs
Special UHF Gen2 RFID tags are being used in Container Centralen’s full scale RFID roll-out called “Operation Chip It!”.
Where Can I Secure an RFID Study Sponsor?
Who can assist or sponsor me in getting a Ph.D. degree conducting RFID-related research? I would like to approach certain funding agents, as I have already identified a few universities in the United Kingdom. —Name withheld ——— I am unaware of any businesses that...Connecticut Better Business Bureau Warns Consumers About Credit-Card Skimming
The organization claims RFID can be used to steal credit-card data, but no consumers have ever reported being ripped off in this manner.