Important Innovations Collection

T-Mobile 5G Phones to Be Connected to SpaceX Starlink Satellites                                            Source:  SpaceX, T-Mobile Promise of No More Connectivity Dead Zones 24-7, anyplace internet connectivity for T-Mobile 5G phone users is the promise of the new deal between Elon Musk's SpaceX and T-Mobile.  T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert and SpaceX/Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that T-Mobile users' phones, on the T-Mobile network, will be directly connected to SpaceX's Starlink satellites. According to Musk, this will provide the T-Mobile phones with internet connectivity just about everywhere. Siebert said SpaceX and T-Mobile are two industry-shaking innovators, challenging the old ways of doings things "to create something entirely new." The deal is unprecedented.  Musk also announced that he is providing the same connectivity for Tesla cars...

Highly Advanced, Connected, Responsive Robots Source:  Qualcomm's 5G Robotic Connectivity System New Tech from Qualcomm San Diego-based mobile chipmaker Qualcomm has introduced revolutionary new technology for robots and drones.  It is the first 5G system with hardware, software and tools for advanced robots.  It's called the RB5 system. Empowering robots and drones with 5G connectivity takes them to the next level of connectivity, quickness and responsiveness.  5G is not just for smartphones anymore! New Enabling Technologies RB5 uses new Qualcomm technologies.  For instance, it uses the company's new QRB5165 processor for robots.  And it has a companion module for 4G LTE and 5G connectivity through Qualcomm's X55 modem, which is also used in smartphones. Creativity Built-In The RB5 has a tremendous amount of artificial intelligence built-in to enable robot and drone developers to create machines that are more responsive, smart and fast....

Introduction in the Mustang Mach-E SUV Source:  Ford Electric Mustang SUV Next G Vehicle Connectivity Ford just announced that it's rolling out huge internet connectivity for its vehicles.  And, Ford is starting with the upcoming Ford Mustang Mach-E all electric SUV.  The electric Mustang will be leading edge for a new, highly advanced generation of internet connectivity that Ford will deploy in its future vehicle lineups. Real-Time Monitoring of Vehicle Performance Ford executives say this technology will take Ford business to the next level.  It will enable over-the-air software updates that will not require a trip to the dealership. New connectivity services for consumers will be available in the vehicles.  And, the technology will allow Ford to closely monitor vehicle performance in real time, in the real world.  Experts say the monitoring could go down to the level of individual parts in the car. 2021 Ford is taking $500 deposits and res...

Google Tech Gets Big Win from GM Source:  GM Embedding Google Tech in 3.6 Million Cars Yearly GM has selected Google Technology, parent company Alphabet, to be embedded in their vehicles starting in 2021.  The win for Google is huge.  Their tech could be installed in 3.6 million GM vehicles yearly.  The Google technology will power navigation and provide voice-activated controls.  It will also deliver expanded infotainment functions.  Google beat Amazon for this deal which is part of a big, emerging race among technology companies to control vehicle dashboards, globally. Google Apps Onboard GM Vehicles Google Assistant, Google Maps and other applications will be available through the Google Play App Store for all GM brands.  The first brands with built-in Google technology will roll in 2021 with more to come.  The one market this won't be available in is China, as of right now. Amazon Versus Google This Google win was a big defeat f...

Wireless Connectivity Increased 1000 Times Source:  National University of Singapore Research team with the smart shirt (left) National University of Singapore Invention A research team at the National University of Singapore have invented new "smart" clothing that saves battery power and greatly increases signals on wireless devices, including smart watches and headphones.  The wireless connectivity of the wearable devices is increased 1000 times.  The Singapore team has a patent on this new metamaterial. Greatly Enhanced and Efficient Connectivity Instead of moving out in all directions, radio waves from technology like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth move across the metamaterial in a tee shirt or sports shirt. It generates stronger, faster and more energy efficient connectivity.  According to the lead inventor Asst. Prof. John Ho, the smart tee shirt increases wireless connectivity on the wearer 1000 times.  The shirt has cone-shaped stripes of the metamateria...

Very Connected Dairy Cattle Source:  Cows with Cisco's 5G collars Cisco Systems UK Tests 5G connected cows are engaged in testing a milking system of the future.  They are Friesian dairy cattle and they have 5G connectivity way before most of us do. 5G Network Infrastructure Being Tested Cisco Systems is designing network infrastructure for 5G.  In three rural locations in the UK, they've setup 5G test sites to see how wireless and mobile connectivity performs.  5G promises super fast connectivity.  According to experts, the first nationwide coverage in the US, Japan and China won't happen until 2023. CowTech 50 dairy cows are outfitted with several 5G gadgets.  The primary one is a collar that controls a robotic milking machine.  The cows also have health-monitoring ear tags.  Cisco says the devices don't harm the cows in any way.  They're testing the ability of 5G to send data from the sensors much faster than a typical farm ...

Ford's C-V2X System Source:  Ford C-V2X 5G Total Connectivity for Greater Road Safety Beginning in 2022, Ford is committed to having its latest vehicles totally connected with 5G.  Ford's C-V2X 5G communications system will be standard in the latest US Ford models.  The system will run on 5G and complement any existing LIDAR, radar and sensor cameras. What This Means for You The technology will allow equipped vehicles to talk and listen to each other.  And the vehicles will be able to communicate with systems around them.  It will provide a comprehensive view of the road and infrastructure.  The system will instantly relay information about road conditions to the driver and utilize cellular 5G networks to process data. Pedestrians Pedestrians will be able to use their mobile phones to convey their locations to equipped vehicles.  The "total connectivity" is designed to make roads safer for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists.