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Hybrid IoT communications could be the best option

GCT Semiconductor and LPWA network provider Sigfox announced a multi-mode, hybrid, LTE combo Sigfox chip that they say will save IoT applications money.

Sep 19, 2018 3 mins

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Is predictive maintenance the ‘gateway drug’ to the Industrial IoT?

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is entering a new stage to one where enterprises are testing the technology, with predictive maintenance as the starting point for many, says Chris Nelson, VP of engineering at OSIsoft.

Sep 18, 2018 4 mins

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Apple Watch 4 represents an epic fail for smartwatches in business

The fancy new medical and fitness features in the Apple Watch Series 4 can’t hide the fact that the device is retreating from mainstream business.

Sep 17, 2018 4 mins

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Georgia Tech research: Smart building and IoT technology are highly fragmented

To deliver the full potential of smart cities, standards bodies, corporations and governments must cooperate, Georgia Tech study finds. The problem: lack of systems standards.

Sep 14, 2018 2 mins

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On the road to your IoT adventure: planning, deployment and measurement (Part 2)

IoT has the power to transform industries – creating new value propositions, business models and markets. But, not every project will be a game-changer, at least not initially. The important thing is to evaluate your results, measure your success and

Sep 13, 2018 8 mins

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5 ways IoT device management differs from MDM

IoT device management is not the same as mobile device management. Businesses should consider their key differences when designing a solution to ensure the maximum result.

Sep 13, 2018 5 mins

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How the IoT helps you make money, save money and stay out of jail

No joke: IoT applications are broad, and it’s all just beginning.

Sep 13, 2018 6 mins

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Why RF is a perfect job field for millennials

A Q&A with a millennial in (and about) the radio frequency industry.

Sep 13, 2018 4 mins

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3 IoT challenges that keep data scientists up at night

Data scientists are the MVPs of any IoT program, but difficulties preparing and leveraging data threaten how quickly they can deliver. Knowing what’s lurking in the shadows can streamline the most difficult processes.

Sep 12, 2018 5 mins

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6G will achieve terabits-per-second speeds

Initial, upcoming 5G is going to be a disappointment, a University of Oulu researcher says. 6G, with frequencies up to terahertz, will be needed for true microsecond latency and unlimited bandwidth.

Sep 12, 2018 4 mins

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