M2M Radio

Peggy Smedley talks about the GSMA’s manifesto which outlines how the European Union can further advance some of its key objectives through the use of mobile technology. Some of the main areas described in the report include healthcare, traffic management, and the smart grid. Smedley also talks about Best Buy’s recent announcement to add a new section to its stores which will offer connected consumer electronic devices.
http://www.m2mmag.com

Mark Hanson, manager of wireless health initiatives, Alarm.com, and John Whitehead, president, CareLink Advantage, join Smedley to discuss the CareLink Advantage remote monitoring solution and how it is enabling elderly and disabled individuals to maintain their independence without jeopardizing their health.
http://www.alarm.com

Mark Hanson, manager of wireless health initiatives, Alarm.com, and John Whitehead, president, CareLink Advantage, discuss some of the advanced capabilities of the solution in relation to remote monitoring, as well as what initially brought about the development of the solution. They also talk about some real-life examples of how the solution can benefit both caregivers and those being cared for.
http://www.carelinkadvantage.ca

Kevin Carter, media relations specialist, TomTom Inc., discusses some of the features of the company’s new connected navigation devices and the types of services they make available to consumers. He compares two different devices to help consumers determine which would be a better choice based on their personal preferences, and he also discusses TomTom’s plans for expansion.
http://www.tomtom.com

Smedley, and Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, M2M magazine, discuss the top five factors that are holding connected consumer M2M devices back from hitting the mainstream market. Some of the factors they discuss include the public’s fear of ‘big brother,’ product availability, and consumer awareness.
http://www.m2mmag.com

Terje Gloerstad, CEO, NavSeeker LLC, discusses the company’s Personal GPS Locator device and how it benefits consumers. He talks about how the NavSeeker Personal GPS Locator compares to other tracking devices on the market and why the company choose connectivity from Telenor Connexion above other carrier’s M2M networks.
http://www.navseeker.com

Jerry King, chief operating officer, uLocate Communications, talks about the company’s WHERE platform and how it uses geospatial data to enable drivers to find points of interest around them in realtime. He discusses some of WHERE’s advanced capabilities including realtime traffic flow and what types of cell phones support the application, as well as where consumers can go to purchase it.
http://www.where.com

Smedley is joined by Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, M2M magazine, to talk about the ereader market and give a rundown of the similarities and differences between the Amazon Kindle and the Sony Reader Touch Edition. Some of the topics they cover include price, storage capacity, connectivity, and functionality. They wrap up with a quick summary of the pros and cons of each device.
http://www.m2mmag.com

Eran Shavelsky, founder and CEO, MedMinder Systems Inc., talks about the company’s solution and how it can help to improve patients’ medication adherence by reminding them when they need to take certain types of medication. He also discusses how the solution notifies both patients and caregivers in the event that the patient misses a dosage.
http://www.medminder.com

Ken Westin, founder, GadgetTrak, discusses how GadgetTrak’s anti-theft software helps consumers to track the location of their stolen laptop computers. He talks about the software’s use of M2M technology and why GadgetTrak refers to its solutions as “privacy-safe,” as well as the response GadgetTrak has received from law enforcement.
http://www.gadgettrak.com

Zak Wood, director of global marketing, TRENDnet, explains how consumers can benefit from the company’s 7” Wireless Internet Camera Monitor Kit through its use of M2M technology. He talks about some of the advantages to TRENDnet’s solution over other video monitoring systems on the market and how Internet cameras are affecting the CCTV (closed-circuit television) market.
http://www.trendnet.com

Steven Samolinski, Solution Manager, Schlage LiNK, gives an overview of the Schlage LiNK system and the technology behind the system. He also talks about when the system was first launched and where it is available for purchase, as well as what consumers can expect when contacting the customer support center.
http://link.schlage.com

Steven Samolinski, Solution Manager, Schlage LiNK, talks about some of the additional features that can be integrated into the Schlage LiNK system and the cost of the system as well as the add-on components. He also discusses how the system benefits consumers and how it keeps them informed about when someone is trying to gain access into their homes.
http://link.schlage.com

John Cullen, vice president of marketing, Zoombak LLC, talks about the company’s line of locator devices and how they benefit consumers. He discusses the different types of locators the company sells and some of the key features of the devices. He also gives a brief overview of the history of Zoombak.
http://www.zoombak.com

John Cullen, vice president of marketing, Zoombak LLC, explains the technology used in Zoombak locators and what type of coverage consumers can expect from the devices. He talks about the company’s impact on the location-based services market and what some of Zoombak’s plans are for the future in regards to the B2B and B2C markets.
http://www.zoombak.com

Paul Dawes, CEO, iControl Networks, discusses iControl’s broadband home management solutions and how they are benefitting consumers. He talks about some of the other types of projects iControl has in the works including home security, home energy management, and home healthcare. He also explains the importance of the companies iControl is partnering with.
http://www.icontrol.com

Paul Dawes, CEO, iControl Networks, gives an overview of iControl’s ConnectedLife solution and how it benefits both business owners and home owners alike. He talks about some of the other industries iControl is working with outside of the connected home market. He also provides some insight as to where he sees the digital home market headed in the next year or so. (Archive Topic) Consumer M2M
http://www.icontrol.com

Matthew Growney, founder and CEO, Isabella Products Inc., discusses his company’s move into the M2M space with its digital picture frame, the Vizit, and how it is revolutionizing photo sharing capabilities among consumers. He also discusses some of the other things Isabella has in the works in the M2M space.
http://www.isabellaproducts.com

Chris Newton, CEO, Positioning Animals Worldwide (PAW), talks about the company’s new SpotLight GPS Pet Locator and its use of M2M technology to enable consumers to constantly track their pet’s location and how it helps to reunite them in the event a pet is lost. He also talks about the role the American Kennel Club Companion Animal Recovery plays in the solution.
http://www.pawgps.com