Robotics are an ever-surfacing trend and topic these days, and they only seem to be growing as we prepare for the new year. The following is the predicted global spending on different industries pertaining to robotics, according to Statista. Global spending on robotics and drones in 2019 and 2022 (in billion U.S. dollars) This […]
Six-Wheeled ATV Handles Extreme Terrain and More
The Ferox Azaris will hopefully be inspiring vehicle architecture to embark on some twisted designs in the future, but for now it’s a test bed and demonstrator for a 98 percent efficient in-wheel motor, according to New Atlas. The Azaris is a side-by-side ATV that makes approximately 100 horsepower thanks to a BMW R1200GS motor. […]
Spectrum Enterprise and Moviebeam Offer In-Room Programming Packages for Hotel Guests
Spectrum Enterprise, a part of Charter Communications, Inc., has partnered with Moviebeam, a video systems integrator, to offer hotels an in-room guest experience with programming packages from Spectrum Enterprise delivered on its fiber network. This offering combines both Spectrum Enterprise Fiber Connect Plus TV, a HDTV video programming service with more than 200 HD channels, […]
Smart Tires Pave the Road for Future of Autonomous Cars
Focused on the future of mobility, two Hankook concepts from the Essen Motor show could change the design of rubber tires, according to New Atlas. “This project is part of our effort to find creative and efficient solutions for mobility of the future,” said Klaus Krause, Head of Hankook’s European Research and Development Center. The […]
Comcast Launches Amazon Prime Video on Xfinity X1
Comcast and Amazon announced a Prime Video service that will launch on Comcast’s Xfinity X1. This service will allow millions of people access to Prime Video originals, premium shows, movies, and live events, along with the live, on demand, and web programming included with the Xfinity TV subscription. “We are thrilled to give X1 customers […]
Agfa Signs Verizon Enterprise Solutions to Redesign Global Network Infrastructure
The Agfa-Gevaert Group (Agfa) signed up with Verizon Enterprise Solutions to redesign its global network infrastructure. Agfa has chosen Verizon’s network services and software network solutions to adapt its own global network infrastructure more effectively. Verizon will head the global management of Agfa’s network, enabling Agfa’s own IT department to focus on innovation in service […]
ADTRAN Advances Gigabit Society with G.fast FTTC Technology
ADTRAN, a provider of open networking solutions, announced its gigabit-capable 2nd generation G.fast Distribution Point Units (DPUs) that is set to install underground throughout Australia. This installation will occur as NBN Co readies the country’s national broadband access network (nbn). “NBN is setting a global standard for advanced Gigabit Society infrastructure by designing and implementing a […]
ACC Network to Launch in August 2019
ESPN and the Atlantic Coast Conference announced the ACC Network will launch on Aug. 22, 2019. Kick starting their ACC platform one week later will be the first conference football game where Georgia Tech plays Clemson. The 24/7 network will air 1,300 live events annually across its TV and digital offerings based off of the […]
Conviva Social Insights Offers Social Video Intelligence Solution for Streaming TV
Conviva, a real-time measurement and intelligence platform for streaming TV, recently announced its acquisition of Delmondo, a provider of social video analytics. This acquisition will merge real-time, census-level streaming TV intelligence from different apps and the web with content from social media platforms. With Conviva Social Insights, streaming TV publishers can create social video content […]
Telepresence Robot Utilizes Arm and Gripper for Simple Tasks
A new telepresence robot now allows remotely located individuals to perform physical tasks, according to New Atlas. The Origibot2, created by Origin Robotics, created an open-source Arduino-microcomputer robot that contains an Android tablet and can be remotely controlled with an iOS, Android, Windows, or Mac web app from anywhere in the world. With the app, […]