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Features

• How the Internet of Things improves air travel

  Let’s face it: These days, flying is the pits. Here are some ways the industry is using IoT technology to make the friendly skies a little friendlier.

• How the IoT keeps Ben & Jerry’s ice cream safe

  Smart technology such as temperature sensors help Udder Ventures keep freezers at its Ben & Jerry's franchises running and prevent ice cream meltdowns

• 10 Internet of Things companies to watch

  It's good to be an Internet of Things startup these days, as investments from Cisco, Nokia, Verizon and others show. Here's a look at 10 IoT companies that could make an impact on the consumer and/or enterprise market.

• IoT tech goes from planning stage to execution

  Internet of Things technologies can be complex and fragmented, but increasing numbers of pilot projects are emerging within smart cities, farms and at a wide range of businesses and industries.

• 4 major IoT challenges that stand in the way of success

  We use a fictional case study to identify problem areas

• 5 myths about the Internet of Things

  How we will get the most value out of IoT

• 3 reasons to be wary of the Internet of Things

  IT and security experts discuss why companies and consumers alike should be careful about deploying ‘smart’ appliances and devices that connect to the Internet and offer steps to protect against security and privacy threats.
  

• A guide to the confusing Internet of Things standards world

  Google recently announced a new networking protocol called Thread that aims to create a standard for communication between connected household devices.

• How voice control will make the Internet of Things more human

  As the Internet of Things expands from the industrial environment to the home, more people will interact with connected devices. Expect the voice commands familiar to entertainment system and smartphone users to become the 'interface' for these smart devices.