Trucking Technology Report - Feb. 20
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Microsoft Sells Its System to Some Phone Makers
Mitsubishi and Sendo have agreed to install Microsoft's Stinger operating system in their Web phones, according to Microsoft officials. The licensing agreements were announced at a trade show in Cannes, France.
Microsoft's operating system was developed specifically for smart phones and could be used for such applications as e-mail communications when wireless connections are not possible. In addition, the company has upgraded its Mobile Explorer software for less advanced phones. But the software requires a wireless network connection.
Microsoft is expected to announce that Vodafone Group, Telefonica, Deutsche Telekom division T-Mobil, and Telstra may use Stinger phones later this year, after they complete trials. Wall Street Journal (02/20/01) P. B8; Buckman, Rebecca; Pringle, David
United Air Launches High-Tech Cargo Terminal
A new state-of-the-art cargo terminal has been launched by United Airlines (UAL) at Newark International Airport.
The new terminal includes the latest in security technology like surveillance cameras and doors that are accessible only by card-readers, and a 1,000 square foot cold storage facility for perishable items. It also features a translucent roof system that lets in natural light, 12 cargo doors for incoming and outgoing cargo, and a backup emergency generator.
The Newark terminal is the fifth in a series of new cargo terminals built by United during the past three years. United hopes the new cargo facility and the security innovations will help to capture more of the high-tech industry than traditionally possible. Journal of Commerce Online (02/16/01); Armbruster, William
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AT&T, Digital Link Sensor Technology With Web Use
AT&T Wireless Services (AWE) has selected Applied Digital Solutions to provide location technology for its Digital Angel Delivery System.
Digital Solutions has patented technology that may enable doctors to monitor the status of patients remotely. The technology, which uses microchips worn near the body, is undergoing trials and could be launched commer-cially as soon as this year.
According to Digital Angel developers, the deal brings together for the first time ad-vanced sensor technology and wireless Web technology connected to GPS systems. Wireless devices, PCs, and laptops will be able to ac-cess data from the system.
The microchips could enable the users to track family members, animals, or even items being shipped. Chips can be placed in all kinds of clothing and accessories, such as bracelets. But the technology is not part of AT&T Wireless' technology to locate cell users according to the 911 federal requirement. Wireless Week (02/12/01) Vol. 7, No. 7, P. 12; Mendez-Wilson, Deborah
NHL Uses Wireless to Assist to Meet Ticket Goals
The National Hockey League (NHL) has begun using wireless technology to promote the sport.For example, the Caroline Hurricanes allow fans using wireless devices such as the Palm Pilot to purchase tickets. The NHL has teamed with WindWire to send wireless advertisements directly to a user's Web-enabled handset when the user is visiting sites associated with the sport, says WindWire's Bill Purser.
The Hurricanes are targeting their wireless ads at Research Triangle Park, a location close to the stadium where many technology workers are employed. Fifteen percent of the people who received the 1,000 trial ads clicked on the advertisement. InformationWeek (02/12/01) No. 824, P. 134; Nelson, Matthew G.
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