The worldwide wearables market continued its upward trajectory in both the fourth quarter (4Q17) and full year 2017 with total shipment volumes reaching new records. Moreover, thanks to a surge in smartwatch shipment volumes, Apple moved past competitors Fitbit and Xiaomi to claim overall leadership for both the quarter and the year. According to data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker, total volumes for the quarter reached 37.9 million units, up 7.7% from the 35.2 million units shipped in the same quarter a year ago. For the full year, total wearable device shipments reached 115.4 million…
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We have selected our Top 10 IOT Gadgets for 2018 to play around. 1. Tile Mate Key Finder The world’s best-selling Bluetooth tracker just got 25% smaller. Tile Mate easily loops onto keychains or attaches to anything you don’t want to lose so you can find it fast. 2. Awair Glow — Air Quality Monitor Awair Glow tracks toxins and chemicals in your air and gives you personalized tips to help you stay safe and healthy. Glow plugs directly into the wall and can also turn on your “non-smart” devices the moment your air quality drops (or at…
IDC Manufacturing Insights Worldwide Commercial Robotics program published its latest report titled “IDC FutureScape: Worldwide Robotics 2018 Predictions – Asia/Pacific (Excluding Japan) Implications”, which highlights the top 10 predictions pertaining to the development and adoption of robotics in Asia Pacific (Excluding Japan) region from 2018 through 2021. IDC predicts that by 2020 in APeJ, 40% of newly installed industrial robots in the region will be equipped with at least one intelligent feature. “The advancement of robotics technology has entered a new era of robotics – one with embedded and/or cloud-based artificial intelligence. Called Robotics 3.0, intelligent robots are characterized by their ubiquitous…
A recent Safe Cities survey offers a revealing snapshot into the plans and progress of public safety initiatives across Asia Pacific, and why integration is the key to success. If Asia Pacific is on track to emerging as the world’s most powerful economic region, its cities are also on their way to becoming some of the planet’s smartest. A recent report predicted the number of smart cities worldwide to quadruple over the next ten years, with Asia Pacific expected to see the highest number of smart cities, reaching 32 by 2025, ahead of Europe and the Americas. But what does…
Tokio Marine Life Insurance Singapore introduced a new functionality to their TOMI chatbot. The update will enable users to conveniently find suitable TMLS panel clinics within their designated search area. With filters such as doctor specialisation and clinic location, consumers can identify clinics based on their various needs and schedules, reducing any pre-appointment administrative hassle. Previously, advisers and consumers needed to scan through an extensive list of 539 panel clinics online. While they could filter results with a location search, the previous interface may not have been immediately intuitive for most users. According to available data, information on TMLS panel…
Worldwide spending on the technologies that enable Smart Cities initiatives is forecast to reach $80 billion in 2018, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC). In the first release of the Worldwide Semiannual Smart Cities Spending Guide, IDC provides a detailed look at the technology investments associated with a range of Smart Cities priorities and use cases. As these initiatives gain traction, IDC expects spending to accelerate over the 2016-2021 forecast period, growing to $135 billion in 2021. “Smart Cities have recently evolved from a collection of discrete flagship projects to a sizeable market opportunity that will drive significant technology investments…
Some of the world’s leading entrepreneurs, business leaders, academics and creatives will gather to explore topics of innovation and technological excellence at the GREAT Festival of Innovation in Hong Kong from 21 to 24 March. The Festival will showcase some of the UK’s most advanced technology, including the UK-designed and developed autonomous robot dog MiRo, which will be shown in Asia for the first time. Organised by the UK’s Department for International Trade, the event has already attracted a host of top names at the cutting edge of their sectors. The four-day Festival will examine the future challenges and opportunities of an…
Panasonic Corporation and Trend Micro Incorporated, announced a partnership to jointly develop cybersecurity solution to detect and prevent cyber-attacks against autonomous and connected cars. The partnership aims to achieve high security of autonomous and connected cars by developing a solution to detect and prevent intrusions into Electronic Control Units (ECUs) that control driving behaviours such as acceleration, steering and braking, as well as in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) devices including automotive navigation systems, and telematics devices. The risks of hackers taking control of steering and braking systems in connected cars are real. New security vulnerabilities are discovered every day and they pose a…
PT Kresna Graha Investama Tbk (KREN) and its subsidiary, PT M Cash Integrasi Tbk (MCAS), announce their plan to invest in PT Sistem Mikroelektronik Cerdas Co-Design (SMC), for its core proficiency in technological advancement and market access to over 60 million potential customers across Indonesia. This investment, with a respective stake of 20% and 30%, is the start of a KREN and MCAS 2018 strategic landmark to strengthen their position, as the country’s leading digital business integrator and digital distribution champion in Indonesia, respectively. SMC, a frontrunner in Information Communication Technology (ICT), Media and Microelectronics development, has provided solutions for…
Powervision Launches The World’s First Consumer Underwater Drone, Powerray In Singapore PowerVision, a world leader in AI robotics and technology unveils the PowerRay, an innovative underwater robot with groundbreaking features to revolutionize recreational fishing enthusiasts and marine photography. Going beyond the catch for fishermen and the casual hobbyist, the consumer underwater drone redefines the underwater and diving experience in enabling premium photography and videography with innovative functionalities. As a financial hub and trusted gateway to the emerging Asian markets, PowerVision has strategically selected Singapore to lead the Southeast Asian release following the global launch of PowerRay in San Francisco (USA),…