Exciting Global Developments For Internet Of Things
By 2018, experts predict that Internet Of Things devices will have overtaken smartphones in the connected devices category, with a huge 23% annual growth rate. Not only is interest in IOT tech growing, but connected platforms are becoming increasingly user-friendly. “Our aim is to bring the Internet Of Things to every technology user, but also to make it accessible and to fit with everyday lifestyles,” said telecoms developer Kevin Chesney.
Many nations around the world are now embracing the Internet Of Things. Tech hub and business centre Singapore will soon become one of 30 nations with full IOT coverage in all internet-connected areas of the country. Leading global provider Sigfox has announced the deployment of an entire IOT network across the country by the start of 2017, with work on the rollout already underway. UnaBiz and Engie will support and operate the huge IOT project on the ground, which brings Singapore into the world’s Smart Nation network.
Lifestyle, Work & Personal Care Developments in IOT News
Oticon has unveiled the world’s first IOT hearing aid, which could transform the lives of people with hearing loss. The listening device works in conjunction with home appliances, for example changing the colours of room lighting to signal the doorbell or a telephone call. Medical devices are perhaps the most important area of development for IOT specialists. From devices that track health and sound alerts to innovations that make treatment easier, medical IOT demand is expected to surge dramatically between now and 2022.
Meanwhile over in the world of business tech updates, WordPress and IOT have combined to produce the next generation of site management tools. Those who use WordPress hosting for web services or e-commerce can have their real-world devices carry out notifying actions when an online interaction occurs. This puts managed hosting back into the hands of business owners: the IOT tech can alert you via mobile phone when downtime occurs, for example.
Heavy Industries To Benefit From IOT Advances in 2016
Utilities services have long embraced IOT technology, and these year is seeing the hard work of fossil fuel companies pay off. Despite a slow global shift in the direction of sustainable energy, traditional fuels are still necessary. New coal plants in China and India are due to be built in the next year or two, and it is believed IOT integration will make these power sources far safer and more energy-efficient. The industrial sector can take advantages of IOT developments such as IBM’s Maximo asset management platform to cut around 3% of environment-harming emissions.
Marine industries will also get a boost this year from IOT advances. Smart ships are the next big thing on the high seas, across the whole of the leisure and commercial sectors. Making ships safer is a big part of IOT development, with the new Ship Service Software monitoring passengers, equipment and the ship itself through onboard sensors and connected devices. This Smart Ship concept could transform the cruise industry, with IOT services offering everything from robot bartenders and virtual tours to passenger overboard alerts and medical assistance.
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Transport Improvements With The IOT Revolution
Rolls-Royce has teamed up Microsoft to use two leading IOT platforms: Azure and Cortana. Using engine sensors, the automotive and aviation specialists will be able to monitor aircraft and vehicle engines for faults, raise alerts in the event of a problem and also provide valuable data on efficiency and fuel use. Automotive industries have already shown innovative use of IOT software, and 2016′s much anticipated driverless car will rely heavily on the IOT network for many functions.
“Having automated cars and public transport vehicles communicate with their users is vital,” said London City transportation executive Michael Norland. “Smartphone integration, safety alerts and navigation are all areas we are can improve on with IOT technology.” Uber is one company catching on to IOT in tech. Their smartphone application is a simple way to summon transport over the internet, make payment from one device, transmit destination information prior to travelling and receive detailed payment and route information – all while receiving alerts that inform you of your car’s progress. This app can connect into other systems – such as the hearing aid mentioned above – to alert users of their ride’s arrival in innovative ways. This is how the Internet Of Things is developing – connecting everyday items to make services we use anyway simpler and fun.
The future of IOT is sure to keep changing, and we can expect plenty more exciting news from around the world in the next year. 2016 is shaping up to be the year when the Internet Of Things really takes off, and we should soon see its effects in all areas of our lives.