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The Terrifying “Smart” City of the Future
Smart cities are loosely defined as urban centers that rely on digital technology to enhance efficiency and reduce resource consumption. This happens by means of ubiquitous wireless broadband, citywide networks of computerized sensors that measure human activities (from traffic to electricity use), and mass data collection that analyzes these patterns.
RADWIN Wireless Solutions Used in Large-Scale Central Africa Safe City Project
RADWIN, the global provider of sub-6 GHz broadband wireless solutions, today announced that its point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless broadband systems were deployed by a municipality in Central Africa in a large-scale SAFE CITY video surveillance project. RADWIN’S systems connect high definition (HD) video cameras installed in strategic locations throughout the city back to the local police command center.
Montessori School Advances Education With Axis and Milestone Video
Dancing Moose Montessori School in Salt Lake City, Utah, has developed a unique way to increase parents’ participation in their children’s schooling, improve teacher evaluations without disturbing class, and expand overall school security. Milestone XProtect® Express video management software (VMS) and network cameras from Axis Communications help oversee daily operations at the school’s locations to deliver a high degree of security and provide parents with a window into their children’s learning.
VIVOTEK Releases New Version of iViewer App
VIVOTEK announced the release of its re-designed and iOS 8 or Android 4.0 compatible iViewer app, which enables users to monitor locations remotely by providing access to surveillance camera video directly from their iOS or Android handheld device.
Eye-in-the-Sky Blimp Boosts Singapore’s Spying Ability
An unmanned helium-filled balloon the length of an Olympic-size pool will be held down by fortified ropes to float 600 meters (2,000 feet) above ground – more than twice the height of Singapore’s tallest building, the Ministry of Defense said in a statement on its website.
EIZO Broadens IP Camera Compatibility of DuraVision FDF2304W-IP Security and Surveillance Monitor With ONVIF Support
EIZO Corporation announced that the DuraVision FDF2304W-IP 23-inch IP monitor for security and surveillance will be updated to support the Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF), a global standard for the interface of IP-based security products.
The DuraVision FDF2304W-IP features connection to multiple IP cameras via LAN cable for efficient video monitoring without the need for a PC. The monitor was launched in February of 2014 supporting compatibility with Panasonic brand cameras. With the update, ONVIF support broadens compatibility to extend to other major global camera makers including Axis, Bosch, Sony, and JVC. Expanding the range of cameras usable with the monitor increases flexibility of installation and ensures interoperability with more products for secure investment.
5 Products to Make Your Home Smarter
Smart Homes let you control lighting, heating, and even locks using your smartphone – the result should be a more efficient and more secure house. There’s a lot going on at the moment to make your house smart. What does that mean exactly? Well, the idea is that more devices in your home, from heating to lightbulbs, will have the ability to communicate with your smartphone or tablet.
ASIS Rollout of Newest, Widest Coverage SpotterRF C950 Radar System
SpotterRF, a previous ASIS Accolades winner, announced availability of its newest, widest coverage radar
system—the SpotterRF C950. At a trim five pounds, the C950 is extremely
lightweight, as with all SpotterRF radar models. Yet, its 300-acre
coverage area is twice that of any commercial SpotterRF product to date.
There are no moving parts to maintain as with rotating radar with
similar coverage potential.
Genetec Integrates With DMP Access Control
Genetec is working on a new integration between its unified security platform, Security Center and the Command Processor panels from Digital Monitoring Products (DMP). The first panels to be integrated will be the XR100N, XR500N and XR500E, with additional integrations expected in the future as this technical alliance evolves. By centralizing access control, video, and […]
Vicon Introduces New Series Of HD Surveillance Monitors
Vicon Industries Inc. (VII:NYSE-MKT) (“Vicon”), a leading security solutions provider and producer, introduces a new series of HD surveillance monitors that replaces all previous models. The new line of monitors offers cost effective, enhanced LED technology backed up by a 3-year warranty. The ability to endure 24/7 usage, along with superior HD performance displaying highly […]