Mobile Bluetooth RFID Reader

iDTRONIC launches a new RFID reader, I-collect, for data collection that supports LF or HF Multitags. ...

... "iDTRONICs I-Collect is fully programmable. Beside the reading of the UID numbers it is possible to read also other memory content. The I-Collect data collector allows fast and reliable Data transfer to Windows XP, Vista and Mobile applications. A demo Software with 8 standard applications is delivered with the I-Collect. " ...

Via iDTRONIC: New Mobile Bluetooth RFID Reader I-Collect for mobile scanning

RFID Car Key Driver Safety

University of Utah research has developed a device that will prevent phone call and texting while driving. It will leverage RFID or wireless communications to disable the mobile phone when the car key is enagaged. ...

... "The system includes a device that encloses a car key – one for each teen driver or family member. The device connects wirelessly with each key user’s cell phone via either Bluetooth or RFID (radio-frequency identification) technologies. To turn on the engine, the driver must either slide the key out or push a button to release it. Then the device sends a signal to the driver’s cell phone, placing it in driving mode and displaying a stop sign on the phone's display screen. " ...

Via University of Utah: Teen Drivers

Great role play simulation video of the RFID product ...

Mobile RFID Reader Bluetooth Capable

Cathexis launches IDBlue, a mobile RFID reader, which is pen-sized and Bluetooth-enabled. ...

... "Easily deployed in almost any environment, IDBlue is an RFID solution compatible with many different types of platforms from a wide range of industry-leading vendors. IDBlue's integrated Bluetooth technology, combined with its ability to be used as a stylus, enables seamless interaction with wireless handheld devices. Additionally, onboard data storage allows thousands of RFID tags to be read without requiring it to be linked to a computing device.

The IDBlue framework integrates with Microsoft BizTalk RFID, part of the upcoming Microsoft BizTalk Server 2006 R2 release, for automating and managing business processes to deliver real-time support for business activities. Microsoft BizTalk RFID provides plug and play management of devices, making adding other RFID-based technologies faster and easier to improve operational efficiency over the long term. " ...

Via Cathexis: Cathexis unveils world's first mobile RFID reader with Bluetooth

RFID Passport Hack

Details of RFID e-passport being hacked ...

... "using a Bluetooth antenna connected to an RFID reader, Laurie relayed details of his son's passport over a distance of 10 metres and through two walls to a laptop. " ...

Via Guardian Unlimited: Link

Bluetooth RFID Scanner ...

RightTag introduces Bluetooth-enabled 13.56 Mhz RFID scanner, which relieves users of the burden of wiring. ...

... "RightTag, Inc., a leading provider of comprehensive wireless and wireline RFID solutions, announced the availability of the industry's first 13.56 MHz wireless radio-frequency identification scanner with Bluetooth. The new scanner, BT RIGHTReader, offers users greater flexibility by eliminating the need for cumbersome wires and transmitting data to devices up to ten meters (~10 yards) away. RightTag also announced the RIGHTScanner, a compact and inexpensive RFID scanner designed for companies looking to increase security and control and monitor access, or to better track products. The 13.56 MHz BT RIGHTReader is an easy-to-use and durable wireless scanner that can transmit data from any RFID tag, including ISO 15693, ISO 14443, USB and Serial port communications, to any Bluetooth-enabled device. The device is battery operated, and is fully functional in temperatures varying from -20 Celsius (-4 Fahrenheit) to 55 Celsius (131 Fahrenheit). The 1MHz bandwidth antenna can read tags as far as 16 centimeters (~6 inches) away and transmits to a Bluetooth receiver up to ten meters' distance, making BT RIGHTReader the most robust and flexible RFID offering available in the market. " ...

Bluetooth RFID Scanner: Via RightTag Inc.: RightTag Unveils BT RIGHTReader, Industry’s First Bluetooth RFID Scanner ...

RFID NordicID Handheld Reader: PL3000

NordicID introduces lightweight mobile handheld RFID reader, model PL3000, to enable retail data collection. ...

... "In coming years, RFID will revolutionise product coding in the retail business in the same way that traditional black and white bar codes did when they were introduced in the 1970s. With RFID, products are identified with special radio tags, which are read by handheld equipment and other devices. When the tags pass through a Radio Frequency (RF) field generated by a compatible reader, they transmit information stored by the tag to the reader, thereby identifying and giving details about the object to which they are attached. With RFID automation of logistics and customer service in retail can be taken into a new level of performance. Nordic ID is one of the first companies to introduce a sophisticated handheld computer designed for this new data collection concept. It is smaller and more light weight than other UHF RFID readers introduced so far. Currently, the handheld supports ISO18000-6 B, UCODE and EPC 1.19 standards. ISO18000-6 A, EPC Class 1 Gen 1 and EPC Class1 Gen 2 versions will be introduced shortly.

Nordic ID's PL3000 weighs only 500g and its level of power consumption and ergonomic design allows it to be used for long periods with a single hand. In the PL3000, Nordic ID has combined powerful data collection, processing and storing capacity with a variety of wireless communication technologies including WLAN and Bluetooth for local environments and GPRS or GSM for remote applications. In addition to the UHF RFID reader, the PL3000 can be equipped with barcode and 2D code readers. All the functionalities are integrated into a highly ergonomic and user friendly, mobile instrument. " ...

RFID NordicID Handheld Reader: PL3000: Via Nordic ID: Nordic ID launches revolutionary handheld computer with UHF RFID reader ...



With major investments planned for the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) in the retail, warehouse and distribution markets, Nordic ID, the leading Finnish specialist in handheld terminals and data collection, has launched the PL3000 handheld computer for UHF data collection systems. This is believed to be the first device of its type that can be used on European frequency bands and provide truly mobile data collection.

RFID Revenue Growth: New Products: Forklift Readers

RFID Revenue Growth: New Products: Forklift Readers: Via EMS Tech: EMS TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES RECORD QUARTERLY SALES AND STRONG EARNINGS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS ...

... "LXE has now reported quarter-over-comparable-quarter growth for twelve consecutive periods. Newer products, especially our latest vehicle-mount computers, helped lead the growth in the third quarter of 2005. To maintain this sales momentum, we continue to expand our product line, including preparations for the full market roll-out of our new MX7 handheld computer, which has Bluetooth wireless technology and voice recognition capabilities. We are also pleased with the success of ongoing customer trials and the market potential of our new family of forklift-mounted RFID readers. " ...

RFID NFC Near Field Communication Transform Commerce ...

RFID NFC Near Field Communication Transform Commerce: Via ABI Research: ABI Research Sees Three Critical Years for Near-Field Communications ...

... "Near Field Communications (NFC) applications will transform consumer commerce, connectivity and content consumption, beginning with trials through 2006 and volume deployments into 2007, according to a new study from ABI Research. NFC, a short-range contactless communications protocol, enables easy-to-use, secure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity between devices. It provides high-bandwidth content acquisition and transfer, contactless payment capability and smart object interaction. That means, for instance, interactive advertising posters and kiosks, instant ticketing, and transmitting audio, video and pictures. NFC brings convenience to increasingly connected digital consumers. " ...

RFID Card Monthly Train Passess: SNCF ...

RFID Card Monthly Train Passess: SNCF: Via Psion Teklogix: PSION PLC: Major contract win ...

... "The WORKABOUT PRO configuration includes: a Symagery 2D Imager to read an encrypted barcode on the passenger's ticket; an RFID reader to read RFID cards (monthly passes); radio card for data synchronization when the train enters the main stations; and a Bluetooth connection to a portable printer. After 4 weeks of live testing with 120 controllers and several products, SNCF has agreed this contract with Psion Teklogix. SNCF has selected the WORKABOUT PRO mobile computer for its features in terms of ergonomics, battery life and data capture performance for both barcode and RFID. " ...

Psion (PON.L) is listed on the London stock market. Its operational business, Psion Teklogix, is a global provider of solutions for mobile computing and wireless data collection. The company’s fully integrated mobile computing solutions include rugged hardware; secure wireless networks, robust software, professional services, and exceptional support programs. Psion Teklogix is committed to helping its customers reap the benefits of new and emerging technologies, including image capture and RFID. With over three decades of industry experience, Psion Teklogix has customers in more than 80 countries around the world, and over 36 sales and support offices in 17 countries.

Zigbee Sensors: RFID Wifi Bluetooth Competing ...

Zigbee Sensors: RFID Wifi Bluetooth Competing: Via Wired News: Tiny Sensors Run Forever (Almost)

Joanna Glasner writes about smart homes and Zigbee sensor specification ...

... "ZigBee, which operates over unlicensed public airwaves, is far from the only wireless specification vying for consumers' attention: Wi-Fi, RFID and Bluetooth also transmit data over short distances in unlicensed spectrum. " ...

Market Intent RFID Solutions

Market Intent RFID Solutions: Mobile Data Capture: Baracoda Solutions Help ISVs Capitalize on Mobile Data Capture Market: Baracoda Solutions Help ISVs Capitalize on Mobile Data Capture Market: Innovative young company increases focus on North American market ...

Baracoda will focus on North American market for RFID-based mobile data capture solutions ...

... "Baracoda, a provider of scanner solutions for mobile data capture, today announced its intent to focus on the North American market to help Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) meet the growing need for solutions to wirelessly capture barcodes and RFID tag data. Baracoda provides ISVs with reliable, easy-to-use scanners and free access to Application Program Interfaces (APIs) to create mobile data capture solutions overnight. These solutions increase efficiencies for businesses in the areas of field service management, sales force automation, inventory tracking and asset management. " ...

Baracoda is the world’s leading manufacturer of Bluetooth wireless barcode readers and promotes the development of on-board wireless solutions for the retail, transportation and logistics industries as well as for all real-time traceability applications. Baracoda's added value lies in the company's ability to provide customers and partners with appropriate, reliable, extremely competitive solutions suitable for all mobile environments. Baracoda has proven expertise in the development of on-board software packages and the integration of radio modules, with specific skills in the management of power consumption, security, and the interoperability of systems.

RFID Bluetooth Reader Agricultural Market ...

RFID Bluetooth Reader Agricultural Market: SALES PRECEDE RELEASE OF POPULAR NEW SYSCAN RFID BLUETOOTH READER ...

... "Syscan International announced today that it will release its newly developed RFID LiveTrack reader on July 15. Compatible with ISO standards 11784 and 11785, the Syscan 134.2KHz ISO Wand Reader was designed with all the requirements in mind for optimal use in agricultural environments ... The reader can be used in any agricultural based application where animals are RFID tagged; meaning there are literally tens of thousands of potential users on a worldwide basis at the present time; a number that will grow much larger as RFID tagging spreads its way around the world. The reader will retail for approximately $875 U.S. and can be purchased directly off Syscan’s website or through our distribution network. " ...

Syscan is a unique supply chain solution provider delivering integrated real time tracking and tracing solutions through radio frequency identification (RFID). Our standardized supply chain solutions include traceability, temperature monitoring and quality control methodologies for the food, pharmaceutical and health care sectors.

RFID Smart Cards Partnership ...

RFID Smart Cards: Ingenico and OTI Form Partnership in Secure Contactless Payment and Identification: Initial Deployments Will Support US Payment Market ...

OTI partners to advance RFID smart card technology for the US payment market ...

... "On Track Innovations Ltd, (OTI) (NASDAQ: OTIV; Prime Standard [Frankfurt]: OT5), a global leader in contactless microprocessor-based smart card solutions for homeland security and payments, announced a partnership with Ingenico North America. Ingenico and OTI will provide secure contactless solutions for the payment and identification markets. " ...

Established in 1990, OTI (NASDAQ: OTIV, Prime Standard: OT5) designs, develops and markets secure contactless microprocessor-based smart card technology to address the needs of a wide variety of markets. Applications developed by OTI include product solutions for petroleum payment systems, homeland security solutions, electronic passports and IDs, micro payments, mass transit ticketing, parking, loyalty programs and secure campuses. OTI has a global network of regional offices to market and support its products. The company was awarded the prestigious ESCAT Award for smart card innovation in both 1998 and 2000.

With a 26.5% market share, Ingenico is the world's largest provider of payment and transactions systems used by banking, retail, petroleum, transportation and government agencies to accelerate and secure the flow of electronic commerce. The Company's 1,300 employees working in 29 subsidiaries, as well as a network of a hundred partners and distributors, ship over 1.5 million payment terminals annually to more than 90 countries. Ingenico, through an annual investment of over 8 percent of revenues in research and development, is producing increasingly efficient and secure payment systems that incorporate the UNICAPT 32 architecture and the latest EMV standards. These systems leverage the most advanced technology available, including biometrics, touch technology, RFID, GSM/GPRS, WiFi and Bluetooth communications, providing our customers with an efficient and versatile array of transaction solutions. Ingenico leverages this expertise and technology to provide solutions in markets requiring, highly secure applications such as purchasing cards, e-procedures, prepaid card reloading and electronic transaction flow management. This investment had enabled Ingenico to enter the emerging markets of electronic ID scanning, microchip-based healthcare cards and supply-chain traceability.

RFID Reader Mobile Workforce Solutions ...

RFID Reader Mobile Workforce Solutions: Everypath and Socket Communications Partner to Deliver Integrated Solutions for the Mobile Workforce ...

Everypath's software supports RFID reader integration for mobile workforce field solutions ...

... "With the combined Everypath MTA and Socket barcode scanning solution, customers benefit from real-time product, inventory and pricing information and the ability to capture accurate data while in the field. Everypath’s MTA applications streamline and deliver data from existing databases within the network directly to handheld devices operated by employees in the field. Socket offers a variety of plug-in and cordless barcode scanning products, providing efficient alternatives to manual data entry via keyboard. Socket’s barcode scanners have been shown to be up to 50 times faster than the manual method and to dramatically improve data accuracy. Everypath MTA software supports Socket’s CF Scan Card – 5 Series, its Cordless Hand Scanner, 2D Scan Card and RFID Reader. " ...

... RFID readers and field force software solutions enable powerful mobile workforce applications.

Everypath is a leading provider of Mobile Task Automation (MTA) solutions to global 1000 companies. Customers and partners worldwide use the Everypath MTA™ to enable field representatives to capture orders, track inventory and serve customers with greater efficiency. By unleashing Everypath’s innovative technology, companies can fuse, miniaturize and adapt their enterprise information assets to help increase revenue, reduce costs and improve responsiveness. Everypath's customers include leaders such as Bayer, Biogen, E*TRADE, NTT, Smith & Nephew, Sumitomo Trust Bank, Toshiba, Wright Medical and Yamaha. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company serves customers in North America, Japan and Europe.

Socket Communications, Inc., the Mobile Connection™ Company, provides a broad range of connectivity and data collection products for mobile devices using Microsoft’s Windows Mobile, CE, XP, and Palm, RIM, and Symbian-based operating systems. These mobile devices include PDAs, Smartphones, Tablet PCs and notebooks that support standard expansion mechanisms. Socket’s Mobility Friendly™ products are feature-rich while promoting ease of use and lead the market with the smallest footprint and the most Battery Friendly® power consumption in their class. Socket’s Development Services team provides hardware developers with solutions using mobilityIC™ interface chips, KwikBlue™ modules with embedded Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, as well as other technologies implemented in Socket’s wide range of products. Socket is headquartered in Newark, California.

RFID Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Platform ...

Socket Communications Announces Support for Microsoft's Windows Mobile 5.0 Software Platform for Smartphones and Pocket PCs

... "In conjunction with Microsoft Mobile & Embedded DevCon, Socket Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), the Mobile Connection Company, today announced Socket's Wi-Fi Companion and SocketScan bar code scanning and RFID applications are operational on Microsoft's latest mobile operating system, Windows Mobile 5.0. By supporting Windows Mobile 5.0, Socket makes it easier for mobile professionals to stay connected while on the go. Key applications including Socket's Wi-Fi Companion and SocketScan deliver robust features that enable mobile professionals to connect their mobile device to networks anytime, anywhere. " ...

Socket Communications, Inc., the Mobile Connection™ Company, provides a broad range of connectivity and data collection products for mobile devices using Microsoft Windows Mobile, Windows CE, Windows XP, and Palm, RIM, and Symbian-based operating systems. These mobile devices include PDAs, Smartphones, Tablet PCs and notebooks that support standard expansion mechanisms. Socket’s Mobility Friendly™ products are feature-rich while promoting ease of use and lead the market with the smallest footprint and the most Battery Friendly® power consumption in their class. Socket’s Development Services team provides hardware developers with solutions using mobilityIC™ interface chips, KwikBlue™ modules with embedded Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, as well as other technologies implemented in Socket’s wide range of products.

RFID Radio Frequency Cellphone Integration ...

RFID Radio Frequency Cellphone Integration: The Cellphone of the Future - A World of Radios, According to ABI ...

ABI Research discusses the convergence of radio, such as RFID, into the cellphone form factor ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... It may also include Near Field Communications (NFC), Ultrawideband (UWB), radio frequency identification (RFID), and maybe even Zigbee. ...

... Today's mobile phone includes the components and software for multiple cellular standards such as GPRS, EDGE and UMTS. In addition, there is usually a personal area technology such as Bluetooth. But according to ABI Research, the number of radios in the cellphone is set to rise exponentially, in the quest to make the handset a multifunction, multimode communications, information and entertainment device. It will incorporate GPS for location based services, FM radio and broadcast/satellite based television for entertainment, various flavors of Wi-Fi and eventually WiMAX for data and VoIP communications. It may also include Near Field Communications (NFC), Ultrawideband (UWB), radio frequency identification (RFID), and maybe even Zigbee. ...

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in New York, ABI Research maintains global operations that support annual research programs, quarterly intelligence services and market reports in wireless, automotive, semiconductors, broadband, and energy. Their market research products can be found on the Web at www.abiresearch.com, or by calling 516.624.2500.

RFID Integration With GPS ...

RFID Integration With GPS: The First GSM/GPRS/GPS & Bluetooth Wireless Gateway Unveiled at ...

Baracoda and Wavecom collaborate to demonstrate RFID integration from reader to application system leveraging Bluetooth ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... to logistics professionals for the distribution market, a demonstration at this year's CeBIT from Baracoda and Wavecom will show a RFID reader (Baracoda ID-Blue ...

... As an example of great benefits offered to logistics professionals for the distribution market, a demonstration at this year's CeBIT from Baracoda and Wavecom will show a RFID reader (Baracoda ID-Blue) decoding and transmitting tag data to the B-Box over Bluetooth connectivity thanks to an Open AT application. The B-Box encapsulates automatically RFID with GPS data and routes this data via SMS to a mobile phone. ...

Baracoda is the market leader in the Bluetooth Auto-ID industry, having developed the first line of Bluetooth barcode and RFID scanners. Since 2001, Baracoda developed a specific know-how and many patents for Bluetooth Wireless Technology applications. Baracoda's expertise concerns embedded software development and radio modules integration, with in-depth capabilities in power management, security and interface with multiple existing systems, thanks to its unique cross-platforms middleware.

Wavecom is a leading provider of integrated technology solutions for wireless voice and data applications to the vertical markets of automotive, machine-to-machine, wireless local loop, mobile computing and wireless PDAs. Wavecom's offering includes all the software and hardware elements that are necessary to develop truly innovative wireless devices, as well as the development tools and services needed to bring them to market quickly and easily.

RFID Mobile Computing Platforms ...

RFID Mobile Computing Platforms: Socket Communications Enhances Mobile Connectivity Leadership ...

Socket Communications will showcase next generation mobile products that support RFID, GPS, etc. at upcoming conference ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... Socket technologies include bar code scanning, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, GPS and RFID on a wide range of mobile computing platforms including tablets and ...

... Socket Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCKT), the Mobile Connection(TM) Company, announced today it will exhibit at CeBIT 2005, March 10-16, in Hanover, Germany. Socket Communications will be exhibiting a range of bar code scanning solutions and portable data communications products including the debut of a next-generation GPS offering with Bluetooth(R) Wireless Technology. Socket technologies include bar code scanning, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, GPS and RFID on a wide range of mobile computing platforms including tablets and notebooks, smartphones using both Windows Mobile and Symbian operating systems, and mobile devices from PalmOne and Research-In-Motion. ...

Socket Communications, Inc., the Mobile Connection(TM) Company, provides a broad range of connectivity and data collection products for mobile devices using Microsoft's Windows Mobile, CE, XP, and Palm, RIM, and Symbian-based operating systems. These mobile devices include PDAs, smartphones, Tablet PCs and notebooks that support standard expansion mechanisms. Socket's Mobility Friendly(TM) products are feature-rich while promoting ease of use and lead the market with the smallest footprint and the most Battery Friendly(R) power consumption in their class. Socket's Development Services team provides hardware developers with solutions using mobilityIC(TM) interface chips, KwikBlue(TM) modules with embedded Bluetooth(R) Wireless Technology, as well as other technologies implemented in Socket's wide range of products. Socket is headquartered in Newark, California and can be reached at 510-744-2700 or www.socketcom.com.

Managed Logistics Services Enabled by RFID ...

Managed Logistics Services Enabled by RFID: Cube Route Teams with Intermec to Boost Data Capture Functionality ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... supply chain solutions and in the development, manufacture and integration of wired and wireless automated data collection, Intellitag(R) RFID (radio frequency ...

... Cube Route, a provider of on demand logistics services, today announced that it has been named an Honors Partner by Intermec Technologies Corp., a provider of supply chain information products, services and systems. Under the terms of the partnership agreement signed between the two companies, Cube Route will add support for Intermec's 700 series mobile computer to its on demand logistics service. This will enable organizations with delivery or field service fleets to leverage both the advanced visibility and routing capabilities of the Cube Route service and the data capture features facilitated by the Intermec device, such as electronic signature capture, Bluetooth GPS and package scanning. ...

Cube Route facilitates the deployment and management of the delivery process for transportation and field service organizations for maximum operational efficiency. Cube Route is a managed logistics service that enables businesses to dramatically reduce delivery costs and improve service. Cube Route's integrated and comprehensive web solutions combine sophisticated routing, tracking and planning functionality to optimize routes as well as track and monitor delivery fleets in real-time - at the lowest possible cost.

Intermec Technologies Corp., a UNOVA Inc. (NYSE:UNA) company, is a leader in global supply chain solutions and in the development, manufacture and integration of wired and wireless automated data collection, Intellitag(R) RFID (radio frequency identification), mobile computing systems, bar code printers and label media. The company's products and services are used by customers in many industries to improve productivity, quality and responsiveness of business operations, from supply chain management and enterprise resource planning to field sales and service.

RFID and Network Performance Certification ...

RFID and Network Performance Certification: WiMAX Forum(TM) Selects Cetecom Spain to Begin Certification ...

From Market Wire (press release) ... SA (CETECOM Spain) is a global supplier of Testing Solutions for wired and wireless technologies (GSM/GPRS, EDGE; W-CDMA, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RFID, DECT and PSTN ...

... The WiMAX Forum™ has selected its standardization test lab and announces a certification roadmap that marks July 2005 for the launch of the WiMAX Forum Certified™ program. The WiMAX Forum selected Cetecom Spain as its official certification laboratory, achieving a critical milestone toward enabling the commercial availability of WiMAX Forum Certified™ products. Acting as an independent body, Cetecom will test and certify WiMAX Forum member companies' products to ensure they meet WiMAX Forum conformance and interoperability standards. ...

The WiMAX Forum is an industry-led, non-profit corporation formed to help promote and certify the compatibility and interoperability of broadband wireless products using the IEEE 802.16 and ETSI HiperMAN wireless MAN specifications. The forum's goal is to accelerate the introduction of these devices into the marketplace. WiMAX Forum Certified™ products will be fully interoperable and support Metropolitan Broadband Fixed, Portable and Mobile Applications. Centro de Tecnología de las Comunicaciones, S.A. (CETECOM Spain) is a global supplier of Testing Solutions for wired and wireless technologies (GSM/GPRS, EDGE; W-CDMA, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, RFID, DECT and PSTN). It services portfolio ranges from conformance, regulatory and interoperability testing services to test systems development, international type approval handling, training and consulting.

Wireless Communication and Smart Card-enabled Route Accounting Drives Efficiency ...

Smart Card-enabled Route Accounting: Zebra Technologies Changes Rules of the Road for Route Accounting ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... It includes wireless communications options such as Bluetooth and 802.11b, and a smart card and magnetic stripe reader module that is EMV certified for use in ...

... When it comes to record keeping and reconciliation at the end of a shift, route drivers who deliver and stock retailers' shelves with beverages, bakery goods, and snack foods, readily admit it's a time-consuming and frustrating chore. While some drivers use automated mobile and in-vehicle systems to record sales orders and issue receipts, those systems are bulky, prone to failure, and inflexible -- severely limiting on-the-spot transaction processing that can save time, increase accuracy and boost cash flow. But now, the rules of the road for route accounting and direct store delivery (DSD) applications are about to change. ...

Zebra Technologies Corp. (Nasdaq: ZBRA) delivers innovative and reliable on-demand printing solutions for business improvement and security applications in 90 countries around the world. More than 90 percent of Fortune 500 companies use Zebra-brand printers. A broad range of applications benefit from Zebra-brand thermal bar code, "smart" label, receipt, and card printers, resulting in enhanced security, increased productivity, improved quality, lower costs, and better customer service. The company has sold four million printers, including wireless/mobile solutions and RFID printer/encoders, and also offers software, connectivity solutions, and printing supplies.

Additional resources on smart card-enabled route accounting ...

Telemetry & Applications: also offers other upwardly mobile features, such as smart card, IrDA, and ... in many scenarios including: field sales, field service, route accounting and ticket ...

Mobile printers, portable printers, Zebra: such as: shelf labeling, bin labeling, product identification and route accounting. ... optional bidirectional MCRs (magnetic card readers) and smart card readers. ...

Route Accounting Solutions from Symbol Technologies: If your organization relies on a mobile workforce for direct store delivery (DSD), route accounting or field service, Symbol Technologies offers powerful ...

Route Accounting, Mobile Computers & Delivery: Route Accounting >. Route accounting is the term used to describe those applications in which goods and services are bought and sold in a mobile environment. ...

RFID with BlueTooth: First Handheld Bluetooth RFID Reader

From PhysOrg.com, United States ... IDBlue™ is ideal for applications requiring pinpoint accuracy reading — a feature that is currently not possible with most RFID devices on the market today ...

... Cathexis Innovations Inc., a leader in RFID-enabling technologies, and Baracoda SA, which is at the forefront of Bluetooth wireless technology, announced that they have developed and launched the beta version of the first handheld Bluetooth 13.56MHz RFID Reader, dubbed IDBlue™. ...

With a list of international clients across numerous industries, Cathexis Innovations Inc. is one of the global leaders in Asset Management technologies. Cathexis provides real-world asset management solutions that allow for rapid and efficient deployment of barcode, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), and Smart Button technologies along with their integration into existing IT systems and software applications. The Cathexis solution allows clients to retain their prior investment in their IT system, while enhancing its capabilities via incorporation of asset tracking technologies. RFID products and services offered by Cathexis provide exceptional benefits to current asset management systems. Cathexis RFID systems integrate with a client’s existing operations and processes, increasing their efficiency and minimizing the level of new training necessary. The RFID system also improves data integrity through automation of the data collection and entry process; minimizing data entry errors, omissions and misspellings. Cathexis works directly with you to enhance your software performance via custom RFID integration. The end result is a scalable RFID system that integrates with your current applications and is transparent to the end user.

Wireless RFID: ITU Report - Soon Wi-Fi and Wireless Technology for High-Speed ...

From Wi-Fi Technology (press release) ... html). Short-range technologies, such as Bluetooth, ZigBee and RFID allow low-power connectivity within a range of 30 metres. Medium ...

... A new set of advanced wireless technologies now promises to bring affordable, high-speed Internet connectivity to the masses. This set of technologies, and the market opportunity they create, has been termed the "Portable Internet", and is the subject of a new ITU report. The Asia-Pacific region passed the symbolic mark of one billion telecommunication users, mobile phones and fixed lines combined in October 2003. Until now, those users that wanted to have high-speed access to the Internet had to have a fixed-line connection. Before the end of this decade, another billion users of information and communication technologies (ICTs) are likely to be added to the region’s networks, but the majority of them will be connected using radiocommunications. ...

ITU is a world-wide organization which brings governments and industry together to coordinate the establishment and operation of global telecommunication networks and services; it is responsible for standardization, coordination and development of international telecommunications including radiocommunications, as well as the harmonization of national policies. To fulfil its mission, ITU adopts international regulations and treaties governing all terrestrial and space uses of the frequency spectrum as well as the use of all satellite orbits which serve as a framework for national legislations; it develops standards to foster the interconnection of telecommunication systems on a worldwide scale regardless of the type of technology used; it also fosters the development of telecommunications in developing countries. ITU also organizes worldwide and regional exhibitions and forums bringing together the most influential representatives of government and the telecommunications industry to exchange ideas, knowledge and technology for the benefit of the global community, and in particular the developing world.

Healthcare RFID: Wireless Data in Healthcare Study ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com) has announced the addition of Wireless Data in Healthcare: A study tracking the use of RFID, Wireless Sensor ...

... Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com) has announced the addition of Wireless Data in Healthcare: A study tracking the use of RFID, Wireless Sensor Solutions, and Telemetry by Medical Device Manufacturers, Systems Integrators, and Adopters to their offering. Wireless data technologies, including Wi-Fi, ZigBee, packet-based cellular radio, Bluetooth, ultra wideband, and RFID are changing healthcare. This most recent research was conducted to explore the adoption of wireless technologies and RFID in the healthcare arena and how vendors and service providers stand to profit from this trend. This research reveals evidence of moderate to strong growth in clinical and outpatient settings. ...

Research and Markets are the leading source for international market research and market data. They currently hold over 80,000 major research publications from most of the leading publishers, consultants and analysts. They provide businesses with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. Research and Markets are a ‘One-Stop-Shop’ for market research.

RFID Printers: Zebra Technologies Announces Becton Dickinson Joins Alliance ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... The Company has sold nearly four million printers, including RFID printer/encoders and wireless mobile solutions, and also offers software, connectivity ...

" ... Key components of the BD.id System include BD's proprietary software and management reports, handheld computers, and Zebra's QL 220 Bluetooth-enabled mobile wireless-compatible bar code printers. Designed for use in acute care facilities, the BD.id System reduces specimen collection and medical errors by using bar codes to verify and ensure that blood and other specimens are collected from the right patient, at the right time, into the right specimen containers -- and also to ensure that this information is linked back to the right patient, accurately and consistently. From a quality management perspective, the BD.id System using Zebra printers also provides essential tools for monitoring workflow and managing quality by capturing and storing collection events, including proper sequencing, and providing data to be analyzed for hospital accreditation by JCAHO and CAP ... "

RFID Components: Fastrax Appoints Eurodis Electron PLC As Distributor Of Fastrax ...

From Spatial News (press release) ... s offering includes a wide range of supporting products and components, with an extra emphasis on wireless products such as GSM/GPRS, Bluetooth, ISM and RFID. ...

Wireless RFID: Mistral Software Eyes Wireless Segment

From Financial Express, India ... Mistral Software Pvt Ltd. “Currently some work is going on in the radio frequency identification (RFID) space. We want to take ...

Mistral Software, an ISO 9001:2000 certified premier product realization company provides end-to-end services for embedded product design and development. Guided by a total commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Mistral is a source for both hardware and software engineering services. Mistral's services address the niche embedded domain, covering a vast spectrum of industries like Digital Consumer Electronics, Telecommunication, Wireless, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Office Automation, Semiconductor, Internet Appliances and Industrial Applications. Wireless technology is rapidly evolving, and is playing an increasing role in the lives of people throughout the world. In addition, ever-larger numbers of people are relying on the technology directly or indirectly. Mistral Software offers end-to-end solutions using Wireless technologies like RF (HomeRF, WLAN 802.11, GPS, Bluetooth) and IrDA. The Smart Handheld from Mistral is an excellent example of the exploitation of converging technology. It is a complete communication, organization, and infotainment unit aimed at both the consumer and corporate sectors because of its inherent applicability to the mobile user. Smart Handheld is built around an ARM9TDMI RISC processor from Samsung Electronics.

Animal RFID: Bluetooth aids livestock tracking

From EE Times UK, UK ... The animals are tagged with an RFID ID tag soon after birth and from then on are tracked across a farm-to-market data network supplied by AgInfoLink. ...

RFID Technology: DALLAB announces its new generation of Bluetooth ™ headsets

From Emediawire (press release) ... OS. Dallab provides wireless connectivity solutions for Mobile Computing Convergence and Radio Identification (RFID) Technology. ...

Bluetooth Smart Card: Transmitting Payments with a Bluetooth

From Green Sheet ... integrated PIN pad. The device is Visa PED and 3DES approved and contains a magnetic strip and smart card reader. Without wires, it ...

RFID Sensor Networks: Next Frontier for Wireless Sensor Networks

From TechNewsWorld ... These networks can use several different wireless technologies, including IEEE 802.11 wireless LANs, Bluetooth and radio frequency identification (RFID). ...

RFID Computers: InfoLogix Announces Intelligent RFID Micro Super Rugged SR(R) ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... BENSALEM, Pa., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- InfoLogix has announced one of the first available wireless, full-function, Ruggedized RFID computers. ...

InfoLogix provides end to end product and services solutions within enterprise mobility. Enterprise mobility is defined as the mobile computing and wireless communications systems, and critical I/O technologies, that support real-time, distributed transaction processing throughout the entire enterprise. That enterprise could be a hospital, retail store, manufacturing plant, distribution facility, sports arena, warehouse or public sector installation. InfoLogix is uniquely positioned to provide all the components necessary for a complete end-to-end enterprise mobility solution.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is a powerful Auto ID solution that can significantly increase efficiency and productivity. However, implementing an RFID solution requires a thorough understanding of the capabilities and limitations of this emerging technology. With so much on the line, trust the proven leader in Automatic Identification and Data Collection integration...InfoLogix, Inc. As industries demand increased efficiencies in logistics, distribution, asset management, and tracking, InfoLogix is your source with RFID Radio Frequency Identification solutions. With mandates from Wal-Mart and the Department of Defense (DoD) driving hundreds of product manufacturers toward the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) tags on their shipments, 2004 has been touted as the year of RFID. InfoLogix offers RFID consulting services to enterprises looking to specify RFID system components to satisfy their system performance requirements. Intermec Technologies Corp. just introduced the RFID-ready CV60, the first rugged vehicle mount computer to integrate RFID with both Bluetooth(TM) technology and a wireless base station. This communication integration allows easy upgrading to RFID, eliminates the need for an external base station to communicate with wireless scanners, simplifies installation, reduces lifetime cost of ownership and provides a safer and less cluttered workspace for vehicle operators. The CV60 is the second generation of RFID forklift readers from Intermec. The CV60 and its predecessor, the 5055 vehicle mount terminal, are designed for data collection applications in warehousing and distribution, manufacturing, transportation and customer service.

RFID Wireless Technology: Synosphere Engages Vytek Corporation to Assist With the Embedded ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... Vytek has expertise in wireless technologies from 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth and GPRS to RFID for next generation devices and products. ...

Vytek Corporation has built significant industry and product expertise through several key acquisitions since the company was founded in 2000. These acquisitions have given Vytek a broader and deeper range of leading-edge products, services, and solutions than typically offered by any one company, with each acquisition bringing over 20 years of technology, management and industry expertise. The company now provides mobile computing, self-service, digital media delivery, messaging, and other solutions to the healthcare, financial, manufacturing, and other industries. VYTEK Corporation is a provider of technology integration solutions and wireless access hardware and software. Vytek has expertise in wireless technologies from 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth and GPRS to RFID for next generation devices and products. Vytek provides engineering expertise in developing both software and hardware solutions that includes: Business & Technology Assessment; Prototype, Architect & Design Solutions; Services/Product Development; Integration & Implementation; and Support. Headquartered in San Diego, California with offices nationwide, Vytek serves both large and small clients in a variety of industries.

Synosphere's Blue Dock is the world’s first PDA docking station that allows pocket handhelds to function as a primary computing platform. Synosphere - a wholly owned subsidiary of iBIZ, Technology Corporation www.ibizcorp.com - is a developer of innovative PDA technologies that expand and enhance the PDA experience. For more information visit www.synosphere.com.

RFID Handheld Technology: Juniper Systems launches new rugged field handheld

From Geekzone, New Zealand ... The colour screen model comes with built-in Bluetooth (10m range), and there are options for integrated GPS receiver, 802.11b, bar code scanner, RFID and other ...

RFID Success: AT&T Wireless, IBM and Intermec Bring Instant Check-in to Hertz # ...

From Business Wire (press release) ... IBM's RFID consulting and implementation practices are part of IBM Global Services, the world's largest information technology services provider. ...

About IBM Global Services: IBM's RFID consulting and implementation practices are part of IBM Global Services, the world's largest information technology services provider. With professionals serving customers in 160 countries IBM Global Services annual revenue was more than $42 billion in 2003, or nearly 48 percent of IBM's total annual revenue. IBM Global Services offers a broad range of capabilities -- consulting, IT services, hardware, software, research and financing -- to help companies of all sizes realize the full value of information technology. For more information, visit: www.ibm.com/services.

About AT&T Wireless: AT&T Wireless (NYSE:AWE) is the second-largest wireless carrier, based on revenues, in the United States. With 21.980 million subscribers as of December 31, 2003, and revenues of more than $16.6 billion over the past four quarters, AT&T Wireless delivers advanced high-quality mobile wireless communications services, voice and data, to businesses and consumers, in the U.S. and internationally. For more information, please visit us at www.attwireless.com.

About the 700 Series: The 700 Series is the first family of Pocket PC mobile computers designed specifically for serious enterprise mobility. It already has become a favorite with workers whose daily shifts require powerful, reliable and easy-to-use handheld computers that can take the abuse of industrial, mobile and retail environments. The rugged device features a large, brilliant color display, combined with the power and speed of Intel Corp.'s 400 MHz X-Scale processor to increase the flexibility and functionality of the original 700 Series.

The 700 Color also is the first enterprise Pocket PC to offer an imager, suitable for reading barcodes (including 2D symbologies), taking photographs and capturing signatures. In addition, it is the first to integrate up to three wireless communication options in a single device, including a wireless local area (802.11b) radio, a GSM/GPRS wide area network radio and a fully integrated power-managed Bluetooth(TM) radio.

About Intermec: Intermec Technologies Corp., a UNOVA Inc. (NYSE:UNA) company is a leader in global supply chain solutions and in the development, manufacture and integration of wired and wireless automated data collection, Intellitag(R) RFID (radio frequency identification) and mobile computing systems. The company's products and services are used by customers in many industries to improve productivity, quality and responsiveness of business operations, from supply chain management and enterprise resource planning to field sales and service. To learn more about how companies can benefit from Intermec's supply chain technologies, contact Intermec Technologies Corp., 6001 36th Ave. West, Everett, WA 98203 USA; telephone 800-347-2636; or visit Intermec's web site at www.intermec.com.

SAP RFID Technology: SAP to tout CRM, integration technology

From Computerworld New Zealand, New Zealand ... and future," she said. Wohl said SAP will be showcasing the ways customers can use RFID with its applications. SAP user Mike Perroni ...

SAP Auto-ID Infrastructure gives you the capabilities you need to integrate all automated communication and sensing devices -- including radio frequency identification (RFID) readers and printers, Bluetooth devices, embedded systems, and bar-code devices. SAP Auto-ID Infrastructure also integrates intelligent controls such as programmable language controls and Savant technologies, ensuring comprehensive device integration. SAP Auto-ID Infrastructure senses and controls automated signals in real-time. It connects directly with business processes requiring signal data to drive faster and better business decisions. With SAP Auto-ID Infrastructure, SAP has achieved an important milestone in realizing its vision of an adaptive supply chain network.

RFID Company: Calif Amp, Vytek Company Merger

... Vytek has expertise in wireless technologies from 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth and GPRS to RFID for next generation devices and products. ...

California Amplifier to Acquire Vytek Corporation
Acquisition Strengthens California Amplifier’s Engineering Capability and
Market Presence, and Diversifies Product and Customer Base
CAMARILLO, CA, December 23, 2003-- California Amplifier, Inc. (Nasdaq: CAMP) announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Vytek Corporation. The acquisition represents a pivotal step in California Amplifier’s strategic growth plan to diversify its customer base, expand its core engineering capability, and broaden its market offerings.

Vytek, a privately-held company headquartered in San Diego, California, is a provider of hardware and software solutions and services that enable wired and wireless access to information. Vytek has a diversified Fortune 1000 customer base consisting of world-class technology companies, consumer electronics companies, household names in retailing and distribution, and companies in various vertical markets such as healthcare and public safety.

Vytek has approximately 280 employees with 10 offices nationwide, and has longstanding customer relationships dating back 18 years through its prior acquisitions. In commenting on the acquisition, Fred Sturm, Chief Executive Officer of California Amplifier, stated, “Customers today are looking for total solutions for their communications needs. This acquisition will add strong complementary engineering capabilities, a world-class professional
services team, and an expanded customer presence. Our goal will be to accelerate bringing our previously announced product technologies to market, and to leverage our expanded customer contact and solutions approach to drive new product initiatives.” Mr. Sturm continued, “The combined Company will have strong engineering development capabilities spanning firmware and software, digital processor-based design, and wireless system, RF and antenna design. This product development capability, combined with California
Amplifier's high-volume manufacturing capability and Vytek’s systems integration and professional services organization, will enable us to offer comprehensive solutions to our customers. As a result of this acquisition, our customer base will grow and diversify beyond satellite television and telecommunications service providers to include large and medium sized
Enterprise customers, thereby expanding our market reach and distribution channels.” ...

Commenting on the acquisition, Jim Ousley, Chief Executive Officer of Vytek, said, “We believe the combination of California Amplifier and Vytek is an excellent fit for all our stakeholders -- our customers, employees and shareholders. Integrating the resources of both companies will provide for the rapid expansion of our wired and wireless solutions into the marketplace.” ...

About VYTEK Corporation
VYTEK Corporation is a provider of technology integration solutions and wireless access hardware and software. Vytek has expertise in wireless technologies from 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth and GPRS to RFID for next generation devices and products. Vytek provides engineering expertise in developing both software and hardware solutions that includes: Business & Technology Assessment; Prototype, Architect & Design Solutions; Services/Product Development; Integration & Implementation; and Support. Headquartered in San Diego, California with offices nationwide, Vytek serves both large and small clients in a variety of industries. More information can be found at www.vytek.com.

About California Amplifier, Inc.
California Amplifier designs, manufactures and markets a broad line of integrated microwave equipment used primarily in conjunction with satellite television and terrestrial broadband wireless and video applications. The
Company’s Satellite business unit designs and markets outdoor reception equipment for the U.S. Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) television market as well as a full line of consumer and commercial products for video and data
reception. The Wireless Access business unit designs and markets integrated reception and two-way transmission fixed wireless equipment for broadband data and video applications. California Amplifier is an ISO 9001 certified company. For additional information, visit California Amplifier’s web site at www.calamp.com.

RFID Company: California Amplifier Receives Stockholder Approval for ...

PRNewswire (press release) ... Vytek has expertise in wireless technologies from 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth and GPRS to RFID for next generation devices and products. ...

Bluetooth-enabled cars to reach 22 million within 4 years says ABI
Consequently the amount of vehicle models available with Bluetooth in North America has also increased by over 40 from the prior year. Thanks to growing commitment to Bluetooth on the part of device manufacturers automakers are becoming less apprehensive about supporting Bluetooth in their models says Frank Viquez ABI Research's Director of Automotive Research.
Telematics Update, Apr 5, 2004

RFID: Factory-Installed Bluetooth Vehicles Will Number 22 Million ...

From Tekrati (press release), United States ... The ABI Research study, "Automotive Wireless Networks: Opportunities for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RFID, Satellite and Other Emerging Wireless Technologies," provides ...