Energy-Generating Clothing Joins the Internet of Things

Smart electronic devices are becoming very popular, but charging them can prove problematic. South Korean scientists say they have developed an energy-generating fabric that can power a range of devices. Just tapping the fabric – known as a wearable triboelectric nanogenerator – can power devices such as, for example, a remote control for cars or a… Continue reading “Energy-Generating Clothing Joins the Internet of Things”

Smart Bulbs Lining up to March into the Smart Home

200 Million Smart Bulbs by 2020 in Smart Homes Worldwide will be a Catalyst for Mass Market Adoption of Other Smart Devices BOSTON, March 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Philips kicked off the smart bulb market nearly three years ago with its pricey Hue bulb, but at this year’s CES a horde of new entrants emerged. The… Continue reading “Smart Bulbs Lining up to March into the Smart Home”

FTC Gets Ready To Regulate ‘The Internet Of Things’

The Federal Trade Commission is preparing to regulate the so-called Internet of Things, the growing web of sensors embedded in everyday items. The agency announced Monday it was replacing an existing unit that focuses on smartphones to broaden its scope to include smartwatches and connected appliances, as well as hiring from the tech sector to make… Continue reading “FTC Gets Ready To Regulate ‘The Internet Of Things’”