RFID Thread Provides Discreet, Nonremovable Garment Tracking
Companies have been piloting Adetex.ID’s composite thread with built in RFID chip and antenna in garments to detect and track even if the product’s label are removed. A UK company —led by a scientist and textiles engineer—has begun selling its RFID technology for...
The Conscious Consumer: Brands Without Sustainable Practices Are Falling Behind
As consumers become increasingly aware of the need to be more sustainable, they seek products and services that align with their values. Conscious consumers look beyond the immediate features of a product, focusing on aspects such as its environmental impact,...
RFID News Roundup: Itec, Nordic Semiconductor, Sinclair Technologies
Itec is offering a high speed RFID inlay die bonder, Nordic Semiconductor releases Wi-Fi 6 product, and Sinclair Technologies announces new IoT antenna Itec Offers High Speed RFID Inlay Die Bonder Semiconductor finishing equipment company Itec released a new die...
Police in Nation’s Capitol Use Apple Air Tags to Fight Car Thefts
Pilot program launched to help locate stolen vehicles With motor vehicle theft up 100% in Washington, DC, the city’s police force earlier this month offered area residents a tracking device from Apple to locate stolen vehicles. Washington, DC’s Metropolitan Police...
Norway City’s Waste Management Leverages Cameras, RFID
The hybrid solution automates data capture about which wastebins are emptied as well as how many “green” recyclable bags at each household. Norway’s Halden Municipality is gaining an extensive view into its waste collection with a hybrid radio-frequency identification...
Nokia, Aramco Team to Develop IoT applications, via 5G
The companies are looking to develop joint proof-of-concept solutions, and to validate technologies in real-world deployments. The research and scientific development company Nokia Bell Labs is joining forces with energy company Aramco to develop 5G-related Industry...
Vikings Make Playoff Push, With Help of UWB to Track Player Performance and Health
The ultra-wideband MotionWorks solution from Zebra Technologies enables team trainers to view each player’s activities in practice and games. The Minnesota Vikings are the latest NFL team to leverage ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to enhance the training of its...
New Impinj Reader Boasts Edge Computing
The Impinj R720 RAIN UHF RFID reader provides improved processing power and memory, offering more autonomous tag reading and management. RFID technology applications are evolving to require greater edge-based decision-making— to make smarter environments at conveyors,...