The Internet of Things is projected to connect 34 billion devices to the Internet by 2020. While traditional computing devices will only total to about 10 billion at that point, the Internet of Things is assuredly developing into a huge market, which is about to connect technology to the physical world.
The Internet of Things has the potential to automate entire factories and streamline production, but it will also affect our day-to-day lives, especially in the home. Here are seven New York-based startups that are pioneers in the Internet of Things space, working to make your day-to-day a bit more seamless.
Canary’s app allows users to connect their home to their smartphone, so they can keep an eye on their house in live HD video, 24/7. The home security device is an all-in-one system that provides users with HD video notifications, real-time footage and the ability to sound a siren with the swipe of their finger.
DASH combines a hardware device with a smartphone application to give you real-time feedback as you drive. The service provides drivers with vehicle diagnostics, directions to cheap gas stations and trip recordings.
Toymail is a connected platform that entertains, educates and keeps children connected to those they love — without a screen. Toymail’s line of plush toys lets kids exchange voice messages with friends and family via the Toymail app.
Nucleus is an internet-connected intercom system. The startup aims to allow you to audio or video chat into the next room, or another country, through its platform. Nucleus’ dashboard helps to manage your home intuitively, so you can launch instant video calls, play music, enhance your security system or monitor your young ones.
Eight’s IoT technology comes in the form of a smart heating pad for your bed that analyzes your sleep patterns and resting environment. These insights are then used to determine your ideal sleep temperature, which you can control from your smartphone.
Many people struggle remembering to take medications, and AdhereTech wants to solve this. Using sensors and cellular technology, the startup has created connected pill bottles to ensure patients take their medications by sending missed dose alerts via phone call or text message.
After spending the past two years developing its first product, a smart lock, Latch raised a $10.5 million Series A back in February to make home security more connected. The company aims to eliminate keys from your life, and help you manage how you access your home.
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