It was nice to see Philadelphia mentioned several times for forward-thinking use of technology. I wish we did more of what’s in this article.
Tomorrow’s cities – the lamp-posts watching every move
By Jane WakefieldTechnology
http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-28159732
It’s not like the sensors are going to diminish. What seems like it might be an invasion of our privacy will be looked at differently. Regardless of whether or not it’s looked at positively or negatively, it must be looked at MORE.
Because somebody will be looking at it.
Here’s a related piece I saw today regarding the future of shopping.
http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-28461134
A street full of sensors: facial recognition, payment from your phone, expanded information on expanded bar codes, kiosks for ordering from anywhere so your package is at your home when you get home, or delivered to you while you wait by a copter-drone. The 3D printer will be the biggest innovation since the internet began if it progresses to the level of a future printing shop for all to visit.
It makes me think that retail shops better get used to the idea of sharing space with one another if they want to be able to keep their shops.
Food and coffee shops will always be in need. Unless we can find a way to 3D print them, too.
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