Smart Robot Companions and More! - Internet of Things, SDC2016

Samsung’s SDC2016 coverage focuses on the expanding ecosystem of connected devices and the roles that Artik processors play in enabling practical IoT solutions. The presenters highlight Artik as a three-tier hardware family, spanning from Arduino-like capabilities to more powerful, machine-learning-ready systems, designed to run cloud-connected applications with an emphasis on openness and developer tools. A standout demo shows the Artik 5 powering the Auto, a capable device featuring a high-definition camera, a small display, and a natural language engine, able to wake and sleep on command, fetch information, and control connected devices or lighting. The Auto illustrates what a connected home assistant could do, such as answering questions about people or performing simple actions like checking traffic, while the accompanying Eddy desk device demonstrates a desalination concept for agricultural use and how such solutions could scale with Artik hardware. The segment also emphasizes secure, developer-friendly connectivity, including a 256-bit encryption layer and a cloud-based UI toolkit for building custom interfaces, underscoring Samsung’s goal of making IoT devices easier to connect, control, and manage across a fleet of products. Overall, the talk frames Artik as a platform for end-to-end IoT solutions, from device hardware to cloud services and developer tooling, with real-world demonstrations of automation, data visibility, and scalable device management. The closing portion reiterates the potential of Artik to integrate with various sensors and devices, enabling user-friendly dashboards and real-time monitoring for smarter homes and farms alike.

Topics · technology · internet of things · hardware · cloud computing · robotics