Peggy Smedley talks about some new updates from Google regarding the company’s position in the energy management space and how Google has developed an API to make it easier for additional devices to work in conjunction with its PowerMeter software. Smedley also discusses a new report from McKinsey and Co. about ‘The Internet of Things’ and some of the examples of new technologies highlighted in the report.;

 

Dave Carey, president and CEO, Fusion Wireless, describes his company’s position as a new entry into the wireless module market and what sets Fusion apart from the competition. He also talks about why he felt now was a good time for the company to enter the space and what markets Fusion will initially focus on.;

 

Mike Ueland, vice president and general manager, Telit Wireless Solutions, describes some of Telit’s history in the M2M space as a provider of embedded cellular modules as well as how the market has changed since the company first entered the space. He also describes some of Telit’s recent customer success stories and what differentiates Telit from other wireless module providers in the space.;

 

Smedley and Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, M2M magazine, highlight another round of M2M applications available for iPhone, BlackBerry, and Android phones, some of which can be found across the board. They also discuss an app for iPhone that can help you locate your vehicle if you can’t remember where you parked, one for BlackBerry that can tell you how fast you are going, and an Android app that tells you which restaurants near your location have open tables.