‘Smart’ Umbrellas Collect Rain Data for the Cloud
Dr. Rolf Hut, from Delft University of Technology, introduced his idea to create sensors for umbrellas to better predict the weather. The sensor, located underneath the umbrella, gauges the vibrations caused by falling raindrops and sends the information via Bluetooth … Read more
Amazon Expands Same-Day Delivery Service
Amazon announced the expansion of its same-day shipping service. Dallas and San Francisco have been added to the list of the dozen of cities that are applicable for the service. Customers in Phoenix, San Francisco and a handful of other … Read more
Always Connected: How the Internet of Things is Changing Communication
The Internet of Things (IoT) has become an increasingly popular topic in the tech world. But what exactly does it mean for the future of the Internet and consumer products? As we know, people have been connecting to one another … Read more
Chicago Businesses Need IT Support for Efficiency
In the business world, “efficiency” is a relative term. What constitutes an efficient method of operation for one company’s IT department may not be an efficient mode of operation for another’s. Nevertheless, when businesses decide to take measures to increase … Read more
IT Support in the Chicagoland: Key Considerations for Companies in the Suburbs
It is common for companies in the suburbs of Chicago to receive IT support from companies based in Chicago. A major hub for the IT industry, Chicago provides IT support in the Chicagoland area to various companies. If your company … Read more