Was surprised this didn't happen much sooner, given their earlier experiments with wands and buy buttons. As suggested, put it right next to the can for quick reorder of staples. (Tried this and it worked fine in populating the shopping list)
Amazon’s Echo Show can now scan barcodes to flesh out your shopping list Prime placement: right next to the kitchen can By Sean Hollister@StarFire2258 in theVerge
In our review of the Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display, Dan called it the “smart alarm clock to get.” But I think I might move mine to the kitchen, right next to the garbage can.
That’s partly because Amazon has just added the ability for the Echo Show 5 and Echo Show 8’s camera to scan barcodes, and automatically add those items to your shopping list (via VentureBeat). I might do that when I’ve got an empty package I’m about to toss in the trash. ... "
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Friday, November 22, 2019
Amazon Debuts Dash Smart Shelf
If pushing the Dash Button was too hard for you, here is the next reordering play from Amazon, the smart shelf that automatically reorders when a shelf has less than a given weight of product. Unless you are very tidy about where things are put, this is more of an office thing. And there too, I have often see many less organized offices. They have thought ahead about temporary changes in stock. Perhaps a narrower demand profile than expected. We did test weight triggered solutions on store shelves to signal out-of-stocks in Grocery. This further adds another Amazon Alexa presence to the office. In the link below, pictures of its suggested uses.
Amazon debuts the Dash Smart Shelf to gain a bigger presence in the office By Maria Deutcher in SiliconAngle
After getting its Echo smart speakers into tens of millions of homes, Amazon.com Inc. is now hoping to establish a bigger presence in the workplace.
The company on Thursday pulled back the curtains on the Dash Smart Shelf, an internet-connected scale for businesses that automatically reorders office supplies from Amazon when they’re about to run out. Users can place common items like printer paper, pens and notepads atop the device. When the Dash Smart Shelf senses that the weight drops below a certain level, it will purchase a fresh batch of whatever office suppliers it’s holding.
There’s an alternate setting that companies can select to have the scale notify the office manager instead of placing orders on its own. To prevent accidental purchases, Amazon has designed the onboard software to detect if supplies are temporarily removed by a worker.
The Dash Smart Shelf comes in three sizes ranging in size from 7 inches by 7 seven inches to 18 inches by 13 inches. All the versions are one-inch tall and can be powered either via a wall plug or four AAA batteries. .... "
Amazon debuts the Dash Smart Shelf to gain a bigger presence in the office By Maria Deutcher in SiliconAngle
After getting its Echo smart speakers into tens of millions of homes, Amazon.com Inc. is now hoping to establish a bigger presence in the workplace.
The company on Thursday pulled back the curtains on the Dash Smart Shelf, an internet-connected scale for businesses that automatically reorders office supplies from Amazon when they’re about to run out. Users can place common items like printer paper, pens and notepads atop the device. When the Dash Smart Shelf senses that the weight drops below a certain level, it will purchase a fresh batch of whatever office suppliers it’s holding.
There’s an alternate setting that companies can select to have the scale notify the office manager instead of placing orders on its own. To prevent accidental purchases, Amazon has designed the onboard software to detect if supplies are temporarily removed by a worker.
The Dash Smart Shelf comes in three sizes ranging in size from 7 inches by 7 seven inches to 18 inches by 13 inches. All the versions are one-inch tall and can be powered either via a wall plug or four AAA batteries. .... "
Thursday, August 01, 2019
Amazon to Soon Shut off All Dash Buttons
Amazon will shut down all its one-push dash ordering buttons by the end of August, lliked the idea, thought it was novel and interesting. Used it for several years, for several products, we had discussed similar concepts. A bit surprised. It seemed that Amazon had too soon cut off the marketing of the idea. Or perhaps just too mechanical? So did they build loyalty on CPG products at all?
Amazon is going to kill your Dash button in CNet
The online retail giant says all Dash buttons will stop working at the end of the month. By Ben Fox Rubin
If you're dying to test out the features of Amazon's Dash button, it's now or never. Amazon said Thursday it will turn off the capabilities of all its Dash buttons worldwide on Aug. 31.
This decision follows Amazon's move in February to stop selling new buttons. At the time, the company let folks with existing Dash buttons continue to order stuff with them, but an Amazon spokeswoman said usage "has significantly slowed" since then, resulting in the company pulling the plug completely on the program.
The Dash button, the ultimate single-use device, lets you buy an item on Amazon with one click. There was a Dash button for Tide detergent and one for Gillette razor blades and another for Sheeba cat food. Dozens were created, as brands quickly saw the buttons' value as a way of building customer loyalty and creating tiny ads in people's homes. ... "
Amazon is going to kill your Dash button in CNet
The online retail giant says all Dash buttons will stop working at the end of the month. By Ben Fox Rubin
If you're dying to test out the features of Amazon's Dash button, it's now or never. Amazon said Thursday it will turn off the capabilities of all its Dash buttons worldwide on Aug. 31.
This decision follows Amazon's move in February to stop selling new buttons. At the time, the company let folks with existing Dash buttons continue to order stuff with them, but an Amazon spokeswoman said usage "has significantly slowed" since then, resulting in the company pulling the plug completely on the program.
The Dash button, the ultimate single-use device, lets you buy an item on Amazon with one click. There was a Dash button for Tide detergent and one for Gillette razor blades and another for Sheeba cat food. Dozens were created, as brands quickly saw the buttons' value as a way of building customer loyalty and creating tiny ads in people's homes. ... "
Saturday, May 11, 2019
A Look at Dash Buttons, Gone but not Forgotten
Used them from the beginning, from beta on to the regular use of a dozen of them on the frig. We discussed the concept years before. Still has a place I believe, they are a part of a consumer IOT that connects people directly to fulfillment. Only slightly easier than using voice to start an order, but we found that aspect of easier can be a big thing.
Amazon's Dash Buttons Aren't Dead - They will Haunt us forever in Wired
This story is part of a collection of pieces on how we spend money today.
AMAZON’S DASH BUTTONS were either the pinnacle of gimmickry—a bunch of plastic purchase-dongles that served no use except to stuff your cabinets with more home goods—or a prime example of streamlined, purpose-driven design. Like a lot of products: It depends on who you ask.
But what if Amazon Dash Buttons, which were discontinued as of February 28, were both? What if every time we pushed one of these silly buttons, we—the consumers—were helping Amazon build a bridge to a future of interface-free shopping? In this future, physical shopping apparatus will be quaint. No sooner will our eyes lock on an empty bottle of dish soap, or a pair of sneakers in a social media app, than the item will appear in a virtual shopping cart. If that doesn’t work, we can shout at Alexa to order it for us. That’s what Amazon seems to be angling for, anyway. Where they’re going, they don’t need buttons.
Amazon Dash Buttons launched in the spring of 2015. The March 31 birthday didn’t help things: People on the internet wondered if they were part of an April Fool’s Day joke. They were mostly plastic, mostly white, not much larger than a key fob. Each Dash Button included a Wi-Fi radio, an LED light, and, of course, a button. And each was sheathed in a specific #brand, tiny advertisements for Hefty or Brita or Gillette or Olay plastered all over your home. Provided you were an Amazon Prime subscriber, all you had to do was push the button. In a couple of days, the preset product would arrive at your door. ... "
Amazon's Dash Buttons Aren't Dead - They will Haunt us forever in Wired
This story is part of a collection of pieces on how we spend money today.
AMAZON’S DASH BUTTONS were either the pinnacle of gimmickry—a bunch of plastic purchase-dongles that served no use except to stuff your cabinets with more home goods—or a prime example of streamlined, purpose-driven design. Like a lot of products: It depends on who you ask.
But what if Amazon Dash Buttons, which were discontinued as of February 28, were both? What if every time we pushed one of these silly buttons, we—the consumers—were helping Amazon build a bridge to a future of interface-free shopping? In this future, physical shopping apparatus will be quaint. No sooner will our eyes lock on an empty bottle of dish soap, or a pair of sneakers in a social media app, than the item will appear in a virtual shopping cart. If that doesn’t work, we can shout at Alexa to order it for us. That’s what Amazon seems to be angling for, anyway. Where they’re going, they don’t need buttons.
Amazon Dash Buttons launched in the spring of 2015. The March 31 birthday didn’t help things: People on the internet wondered if they were part of an April Fool’s Day joke. They were mostly plastic, mostly white, not much larger than a key fob. Each Dash Button included a Wi-Fi radio, an LED light, and, of course, a button. And each was sheathed in a specific #brand, tiny advertisements for Hefty or Brita or Gillette or Olay plastered all over your home. Provided you were an Amazon Prime subscriber, all you had to do was push the button. In a couple of days, the preset product would arrive at your door. ... "
Tuesday, April 02, 2019
Wal-Mart Starts Google Voice Ordering
Another strong step in assistant style voice ordering, with Wal-Mart competing with Amazon. Details and links to delivery will be interesting.
Walmart Unveils Voice-Activated, Google-Powered Grocery Shopping
By Matthew Boyle in Bloomberg
Prior purchase data will help identify preferred brands, size
Retailer to expand service to more platforms in coming months
Walmart Inc. will let customers order groceries by voice through Google’s smart-home assistant, an attempt to counter Amazon.com Inc.’s growing clout in e-commerce.
Beginning this month, Walmart shoppers can add items directly to their online shopping carts by saying “Hey Google, talk to Walmart.” Information from prior purchases will help identify the correct brand and size -- like whether you drink 1 percent or skim milk without having to specify, according to Tom Ward, Walmart’s senior vice president of digital operations. In a blog post Tuesday, he said customers can tweak their orders at home or from their smartphone while on the go. .... "
Walmart Unveils Voice-Activated, Google-Powered Grocery Shopping
By Matthew Boyle in Bloomberg
Prior purchase data will help identify preferred brands, size
Retailer to expand service to more platforms in coming months
Walmart Inc. will let customers order groceries by voice through Google’s smart-home assistant, an attempt to counter Amazon.com Inc.’s growing clout in e-commerce.
Beginning this month, Walmart shoppers can add items directly to their online shopping carts by saying “Hey Google, talk to Walmart.” Information from prior purchases will help identify the correct brand and size -- like whether you drink 1 percent or skim milk without having to specify, according to Tom Ward, Walmart’s senior vice president of digital operations. In a blog post Tuesday, he said customers can tweak their orders at home or from their smartphone while on the go. .... "
Friday, March 01, 2019
Amazon Stops Selling Dash Buttons
Was an early tester, and still know many people that use them. Note the indication below that they had been declared illegal, at least in parts of the EU for not directly providing prices. They had even been used as simple consumer-ready IOT devices for other needs.
Amazon stops selling Dash buttons in the BBC
Amazon says it has stopped selling its Dash buttons because shoppers are using other methods to buy products. The plastic Dash buttons were designed to be stuck around the home and pressed to reorder specific products on Amazon.
When the buttons were launched in 2015, Amazon had to reassure the BBC's Dave Lee they were not an April Fool's joke.
Amazon said product subscriptions and automatic reordering had since grown in popularity making the buttons unnecessary. ...
... But in January, a court in Germany ruled that the buttons were illegal because they did not let customers see the price of products when they ordered.... ".
Amazon stops selling Dash buttons in the BBC
Amazon says it has stopped selling its Dash buttons because shoppers are using other methods to buy products. The plastic Dash buttons were designed to be stuck around the home and pressed to reorder specific products on Amazon.
When the buttons were launched in 2015, Amazon had to reassure the BBC's Dave Lee they were not an April Fool's joke.
Amazon said product subscriptions and automatic reordering had since grown in popularity making the buttons unnecessary. ...
... But in January, a court in Germany ruled that the buttons were illegal because they did not let customers see the price of products when they ordered.... ".
Sunday, May 20, 2018
AT&T Builds a Dash-Like Button
Always thought there was a place for simple buttons to link to IOT networks, to make requests of many kinds, beyond just ordering something. Why doesn't IFTTT have something like this? This seems to be that, The way I read it, although provided through AWS, it is not an Amazon Echo infrastructure thing. Will be interesting if that changes.
AT&T's Dash-like smart button doesn't need WiFi
It's also not pre-programmed like Amazon's one-click device.
By Mariella Moon, @mariella_moon in Engadget
AT&T has launched a new product called LTE-M button, which allows users to place an order online in one click. Yes, it sounds just like Amazon Dash -- in fact, it's powered by Amazon Web Services -- but since it's connected to AT&T's LTE-M network, it doesn't need a WiFi connection to work. AT&T's button was also designed more for businesses than homes and individuals. It's not pre-programmed like Amazon's Dash buttons are, and companies can program it to accomplish tasks that fit their needs. .... "
More details from AT&T
AT&T's Dash-like smart button doesn't need WiFi
It's also not pre-programmed like Amazon's one-click device.
By Mariella Moon, @mariella_moon in Engadget
AT&T has launched a new product called LTE-M button, which allows users to place an order online in one click. Yes, it sounds just like Amazon Dash -- in fact, it's powered by Amazon Web Services -- but since it's connected to AT&T's LTE-M network, it doesn't need a WiFi connection to work. AT&T's button was also designed more for businesses than homes and individuals. It's not pre-programmed like Amazon's Dash buttons are, and companies can program it to accomplish tasks that fit their needs. .... "
More details from AT&T
Monday, January 22, 2018
Virtual Dash Buttons
Recently sent to me, an announcement that Amazon dash buttons were going 'virtual', and have been for some time. And I was sent virtual buttons for a number of things that I had ordered in the past. Not quite the same thing as physical buttons that make their presence on the frig, but if you reside on the Web, as many workers do, its quick and easy.
And how is this really changing my retail behavior, when they are not physical buttons? May depend on how organized I am online. Would like to have a reminder too of the relative deal I am getting. Is it just convenience?
Dear Amazon Customer,
You can now use Dash Buttons online to instantly reorder your favorite products, just like you do with the Dash Button devices in your home. Our new virtual Dash Buttons are available for tens of millions of products that ship with Prime, and they’re free, so you can add as many as you want. We’ve automatically added buttons for products you’ve purchased in the past. Check them out today. .... further described here.
And how is this really changing my retail behavior, when they are not physical buttons? May depend on how organized I am online. Would like to have a reminder too of the relative deal I am getting. Is it just convenience?
Dear Amazon Customer,
You can now use Dash Buttons online to instantly reorder your favorite products, just like you do with the Dash Button devices in your home. Our new virtual Dash Buttons are available for tens of millions of products that ship with Prime, and they’re free, so you can add as many as you want. We’ve automatically added buttons for products you’ve purchased in the past. Check them out today. .... further described here.
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Expanding the Dash Button
During our early work on an 'ordering button' we imagined them integrated into consumer products, right next to the point of need. Most of my own Dash Buttons are on the frig after early concept and operations testing. These can also detect patterns in ordering that can drive other replenishment behaviors. I would also like easier price comparison. A Moment of truth that combines use and selection?
Amazon ramps up Dash Button integration for super-quick ordering By Trevor Mogg in Digitaltrend
" ... Amazon already has a number of manufacturers working the technology directly into their products, and this week it announced that more makers are getting on board.
New devices offering automatic ordering via Dash include printers from HP and Epson so you never run out of ink, a range of home appliances from Kenmore, smart air filters from 3M that automatically reorder replacement filters, coffee machines from illy that track capsule usage, and Wi-Fi “pet camera” maker Petcube that’ll automatically reorder animal treats.
Amazon this month also announced the Virtual Dash Button Service (VDBS) that allows third parties to offer virtual Dash Buttons on their screened devices — think smart washers and refrigerators.
“Virtual Dash Buttons are shortcuts that allow Prime members to quickly find and reorder their favorite products from a selection of millions of eligible products,” Amazon explains. “Virtual Dash Buttons launched on Amazon’s mobile application and website in January 2017, expanded to Echo Show in October, and now can be available on third party devices via VDBS.”
The system enables you to quickly bring up multiple items on the display — so for your washer it might be different brands of detergent and fabric conditioner — and order in a couple of taps. While the ordering is manual rather than the automatic system employed by many Dash devices, this method allows you to select from multiple products associated with a particular machine. .... "
Amazon ramps up Dash Button integration for super-quick ordering By Trevor Mogg in Digitaltrend
" ... Amazon already has a number of manufacturers working the technology directly into their products, and this week it announced that more makers are getting on board.
New devices offering automatic ordering via Dash include printers from HP and Epson so you never run out of ink, a range of home appliances from Kenmore, smart air filters from 3M that automatically reorder replacement filters, coffee machines from illy that track capsule usage, and Wi-Fi “pet camera” maker Petcube that’ll automatically reorder animal treats.
Amazon this month also announced the Virtual Dash Button Service (VDBS) that allows third parties to offer virtual Dash Buttons on their screened devices — think smart washers and refrigerators.
“Virtual Dash Buttons are shortcuts that allow Prime members to quickly find and reorder their favorite products from a selection of millions of eligible products,” Amazon explains. “Virtual Dash Buttons launched on Amazon’s mobile application and website in January 2017, expanded to Echo Show in October, and now can be available on third party devices via VDBS.”
The system enables you to quickly bring up multiple items on the display — so for your washer it might be different brands of detergent and fabric conditioner — and order in a couple of taps. While the ordering is manual rather than the automatic system employed by many Dash devices, this method allows you to select from multiple products associated with a particular machine. .... "
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
New Virtual Dash Buttons
Amazon continues to redesign how and where you can utilize their Dash Button idea for product order and reorder. The idea came up years ago when we talked the importance of making re-order as easy and transparent as possible. At the time there was no easy support to implement them. Now they have exploded the possibilities with virtual implementations. Have tested many options for CPG. See below for update.
Dear Amazon Customer,
You can now use Dash Buttons online to instantly reorder your favorite products, just like you do with the Dash Button devices in your home. Our new virtual Dash Buttons are available for tens of millions of products that ship with Prime, and they’re free, so you can add as many as you want. We’ve automatically added buttons for products you’ve purchased in the past. Check them out today.
More here.
Dear Amazon Customer,
You can now use Dash Buttons online to instantly reorder your favorite products, just like you do with the Dash Button devices in your home. Our new virtual Dash Buttons are available for tens of millions of products that ship with Prime, and they’re free, so you can add as many as you want. We’ve automatically added buttons for products you’ve purchased in the past. Check them out today.
More here.
Saturday, November 04, 2017
Robots need to Dream?
Cognitive Architecture, allowing some reorganization for changing context?
When robots dream: AI systems may learn better and faster if they can ‘sleep’ By Gina Smith in Silicon Angle
As any science fiction fan knows, it’s always a bad sign when a robot has dreams or visions of its own. Think Isaac Asimov’s short story collection “Robot Dreams,” Alex Proyas’ 2006 dystopian whodunit “I, Robot” or Kike Maíllo’s 2011 thriller “Eva.“
But for artificial intelligence researchers, the whole notion is anything but a nightmare scenario. In fact, dreaming may be the key to creating AI systems, agents and robots that learn faster and more deeply — that is, more like humans do.
“What we’re trying to do is incorporate sleep and dreamlike processes into the cognitive architecture of machines,” says Natalia Díaz Rodríguez, a researcher for the Paris-based research initiative, Project DREAM, which stands for Deferred Restructuring of Experiences in Autonomous Machines. ... "
When robots dream: AI systems may learn better and faster if they can ‘sleep’ By Gina Smith in Silicon Angle
As any science fiction fan knows, it’s always a bad sign when a robot has dreams or visions of its own. Think Isaac Asimov’s short story collection “Robot Dreams,” Alex Proyas’ 2006 dystopian whodunit “I, Robot” or Kike Maíllo’s 2011 thriller “Eva.“
But for artificial intelligence researchers, the whole notion is anything but a nightmare scenario. In fact, dreaming may be the key to creating AI systems, agents and robots that learn faster and more deeply — that is, more like humans do.
“What we’re trying to do is incorporate sleep and dreamlike processes into the cognitive architecture of machines,” says Natalia Díaz Rodríguez, a researcher for the Paris-based research initiative, Project DREAM, which stands for Deferred Restructuring of Experiences in Autonomous Machines. ... "
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
Amazon Dash Wand with Alexa
Another way to scan, talk, ask, buy as part of a commercial process in your own home. Link to extensive recipe system. Includes the Alexa voice engine. Performs other smart home functions by voice. (but no music, and more oddly, no timers) The Amazon Dash Wand. Yet another commercial and semi-ambient idea offered by Amazon. Feed shopping list or order a delivery directly. Will Amazon ever stop with new AI based smart home ideas? $20 cost refunded with purchase. Demo Video:
Thursday, June 15, 2017
Procter Patents Smart Home System
In BizJournals.com You don't often think of a CPG company innovating in this space. See other posts here on reordering systems.
P&G invents smart home system ...
Procter & Gamble Co. has patented a method of forming a wireless network of connected consumer devices within a smart home, which could include products such as an air freshener dispenser that could detect when the reservoir of fluid was low and automatically reorder more .... "
Full article, requires subscription.
Also in Fortune on patent.
" ... Home network of connected consumer devices ... "
Patent Description.
More on P&G and the Smart Home.
The Thread Networking Protocol.
P&G invents smart home system ...
Procter & Gamble Co. has patented a method of forming a wireless network of connected consumer devices within a smart home, which could include products such as an air freshener dispenser that could detect when the reservoir of fluid was low and automatically reorder more .... "
Full article, requires subscription.
Also in Fortune on patent.
" ... Home network of connected consumer devices ... "
Patent Description.
More on P&G and the Smart Home.
The Thread Networking Protocol.
Saturday, May 06, 2017
Wal-Mart Aims to Ease the Re-Order
Note that this is about a patent, so its speculative. Not unexpected that Wal-Mart would also push this. Even implies there is an automatic replenishment element. Which we note Amazon is already trying to federalize. In Reuters:
Wal-Mart files patent for Amazon Dash rival
" ... Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT.N) has applied for a patent to compete with Amazon.com Inc's (AMZN.O) wifi-connected, one-button ordering device, Amazon Dash, according to data provider CB Insights. ....
The patent, filed in October, would be the first of Wal-Mart's more than 800 patents and applications to focus on Internet of Things (IoT) and branches into shoppers' homes, CB Insights said. ... "
Wal-Mart files patent for Amazon Dash rival
" ... Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT.N) has applied for a patent to compete with Amazon.com Inc's (AMZN.O) wifi-connected, one-button ordering device, Amazon Dash, according to data provider CB Insights. ....
The patent, filed in October, would be the first of Wal-Mart's more than 800 patents and applications to focus on Internet of Things (IoT) and branches into shoppers' homes, CB Insights said. ... "
Monday, April 03, 2017
Amazon Dash
We tested the Amazon at-home instant replenishment system called the 'Dash Button'. I have a half dozen on my refrigerator. The idea implemented the common desire of any CPG company, put the ability to buy right next to where it is used. It shows up in a few hours. Makes it very easy to buy. Guessing that the idea has been successful, they are now offering to pay you to take a button. The one-product button is available for hundreds of products. The same order capability is also available via Echo voice order, but pushing a button is yet easier.
Friday, July 31, 2015
Amazon Dash Buy Button Available to Prime Members
In Silicon Angle: The Long awaited Amazon Dash Buy Button is now available from Amazon. " ... Amazon.com is now officially selling its Dash Button for $4.99. For now, the Dash Buttons are in limited stocks and are only available to Amazon Prime members. .... If you’re not familiar with Dash Button, it is a device that has a single button that allows consumers to order their favorite product with a push of a button. ... " Setup instructions gives an idea how they work. Clever reordering scheme for staples in the home. See my previous piece on these as a consumer IOT idea.According to the article these items are available at this time. I have several in test.
Tide
Bounty
Cottonelle
Glad Bags
Gatorade
Huggies
Smartwater
Larabar
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes
Amazon Elements Baby Wipes
Kraft Macaroni and Cheese
Wellness Petfood
Izze
Maxwell House Coffee
Olay
Gerber Formula
L’Oreal Youth Code
Gillette
(Updated) See also, related: Amazon Prime Pantry.
Thursday, April 02, 2015
Sensors for Amazon Dash Replenishment
And yet more. This points out that the idea goes beyond the push button for replenishment idea. It also includes sensor based product replenishment:
" .. Dash Replenishment Service can be integrated with devices in two ways. Device makers can either build a physical button into their hardware to reorder consumables or they can measure consumable usage so that reordering happens automatically.
For example, an automatic pet food dispenser made with built-in sensors can measure the amount of pet food remaining in its container and place an order before running out. Device makers can start using DRS with as few as 10 lines of code. .. "
" .. Dash Replenishment Service can be integrated with devices in two ways. Device makers can either build a physical button into their hardware to reorder consumables or they can measure consumable usage so that reordering happens automatically.
For example, an automatic pet food dispenser made with built-in sensors can measure the amount of pet food remaining in its container and place an order before running out. Device makers can start using DRS with as few as 10 lines of code. .. "
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Amazon Dash Button
Amazon Dash. Automating Resupply. A Buy button. Simple IOT in the Smart Home? Connects to a smartphone App. Invitation for Prime Members. Clever idea. What will the uptake be? " .... Place it. Press it. Get it. ... Dash Button comes with a reusable adhesive and a hook so you can hang, stick, or place it right where you need it. Keep Dash Button handy in the kitchen, bath, laundry, or anywhere you store your favorite products. When you're running low, simply press Dash Button, and Amazon quickly delivers household favorites so you can skip the last-minute trip to the store. ... "
Ordered, will provide more information later.
More generally, for other applications, see the Dash Replenishment Service.
" How it works ...
Dash Button is simple to set up. Use the Amazon app on your smartphone to easily connect to your home Wi-Fi network and select the product you want to reorder with Dash Button. Once connected, a single press automatically places your order. Amazon sends an order alert to your phone, so it's easy to cancel if you change your mind. Unless you elect otherwise, Dash Button responds only to your first press until your order is delivered. ... "
Which further points out:
" ... Dash Replenishment Service can be integrated with devices in two ways. Device makers can either build a physical button into their hardware to reorder consumables or they can measure consumable usage so that reordering happens automatically.
For example, an automatic pet food dispenser made with built-in sensors can measure the amount of pet food remaining in its container and place an order before running out. Device makers can start using DRS with as few as 10 lines of code. ... "
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Visualizing Dynamic Networks
In IEEE Transactions, an example showing dynamic changes in networks:
Dynamic Network Visualization with Extended Massive Sequence Views
Networks are present in many fields such as finance, sociology, and transportation. Often these networks are dynamic: they have a structural as well as a temporal aspect. In addition to relations occurring over time, node information is frequently present such as hierarchical structure or time-series data. We present a technique that extends the Massive Sequence View ( msv) for the analysis of temporal and structural aspects of dynamic networks. Using features in the data as well as Gestalt principles in the visualization such as closure, proximity, and similarity, we developed node reordering strategies for the msv to make these features stand out that optionally take the hierarchical node structure into account.
This enables users to find temporal properties such as trends, counter trends, periodicity, temporal shifts, and anomalies in the network as well as structural properties such as communities and stars. We introduce the circular msv that further reduces visual clutter. In addition, the (circular) msv is extended to also convey time-series data associated with the nodes. This enables users to analyze complex correlations between edge occurrence and node attribute changes. We show the effectiveness of the reordering methods on both synthetic and a rich real-world dynamic network data set. ... "
Dynamic Network Visualization with Extended Massive Sequence Views
Networks are present in many fields such as finance, sociology, and transportation. Often these networks are dynamic: they have a structural as well as a temporal aspect. In addition to relations occurring over time, node information is frequently present such as hierarchical structure or time-series data. We present a technique that extends the Massive Sequence View ( msv) for the analysis of temporal and structural aspects of dynamic networks. Using features in the data as well as Gestalt principles in the visualization such as closure, proximity, and similarity, we developed node reordering strategies for the msv to make these features stand out that optionally take the hierarchical node structure into account.
This enables users to find temporal properties such as trends, counter trends, periodicity, temporal shifts, and anomalies in the network as well as structural properties such as communities and stars. We introduce the circular msv that further reduces visual clutter. In addition, the (circular) msv is extended to also convey time-series data associated with the nodes. This enables users to analyze complex correlations between edge occurrence and node attribute changes. We show the effectiveness of the reordering methods on both synthetic and a rich real-world dynamic network data set. ... "
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