How AI and Brain-Computer Interfaces Know What You’ll Find Attractive
You know the saying “Looks aren’t everything.” But if that were true, dating apps might look completely different. Matchmaking apps like Bumble and Los Angeles-based Tinder would not lead each potential match’s profile with a large photo. In a world where attractiveness is not appreciated, they would have a UI and UX that might have […]
7 Common Smart Device Mobile App Issues (and How to Solve Them)
As devices and sensors start becoming increasingly connected and technologically advanced, mobile apps are springing up to help users manage their Internet of Things (IoT) applications and systems. These mobile apps offer access, connectivity, and communication with technology to improve the smart city and smart home experience. But mobile app development is complex and requires […]
AI Chatbots for Customer Support: The Pros and Cons
Customer support is becoming smarter without requiring more human support specialists. With artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots are reshaping how we interact with companies, how we get help, and who is on the other end of the conversation. Chatbots aren’t new; they’ve been found in research and literature from the 1960s, but they’ve experienced a major […]
How the Internet of Things Can Help Senior Care
While many of us haven’t had any problems staying at home during the pandemic, the elderly population has been suffering from loneliness, social exclusion, and lowered amounts of in-person medical care. Between these massive changes and the societal changes that have occurred over the past few decades (like a reduced inter-generational living, a decrease in […]
A look at IoT’s Starring Role in the Entertainment Industry
The media and entertainment industry have relied on technology since the inception of the camera. Today, the Internet of Things (IoT) applications are being used in the industry to connect devices, collect more data, and create a more holistic experience for everyone involved in the making of a film, documentary, or even just a short […]
Dogtown Media CEO Helps Judge Representative Ted Lieu’s 2020 Congressional App Challenge for California’s 33rd District!
By 2030, the United States is expected to have a tech talent shortage. This year alone, 4.3 million jobs in America’s technology sector are projected to go unfilled — that equates to lost revenue of $162 billion. Luckily, Ted Lieu, California’s 33rd Congressional District Representative, has a solution for the state: Inspire our youth to […]
How IoT Is Accelerating Innovation for Home Health Devices
At-home patient care has made great strides in the past decade, with the advancement of technology in IV infusion pumps, CPAP machines, and asthma inhalers. Unfortunately, because patients often misuse or underuse their at-home medical devices, providers often see poorer outcomes for their patients when compared to those who regularly use their home-based medical devices. […]
A Look at the Crucial Role of Robots In the Coronavirus Crisis
There are many ways humanity is mobilizing to fight against the COVID-19 crisis. While most of us can’t help out at the hospital as a nurse or doctor, we can sew masks, use our 3D printers to make supplementary PPE, and create web and mobile resources to help others cope. Luckily, we’re also receiving a […]
The Future of Wearables Depends on How We Use Them Now
A decade ago, most of us were celebrating the fact that the mobile service providers finally removed the charge for every single text message sent and received. Since then, mobile technology has evolved extremely rapidly. Today, we have nearly 5 billion mobile phone users globally. If these numbers astound you, consider that the global Internet […]
A Look at the Unique Security Issues of Industrial IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is quickly growing into a massive industry with a limitless amount of applications. This includes broader applications to city- and region-wide utilities. Dubbed “the Industrial IoT (IIoT)” or “Industry 4.0”, this IoT subset deals with aspects like transportation, manufacturing, energy, and water. IIoT promises high-grade automation and improved efficiency. The […]