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Versatile Compact Sensors

The Oval Smart Sensor Can Monitor People, Pets and Objects

— August 28, 2014 — Tech
The Oval smart sensor is a compact and affordable motion, light, temperature, moisture and proximity sensor that allows you to track things in and around your home as long as they're within a radius of 457 meters.

The system allows users to connect sensors to a gateway that is connected to a router. The sensors can alert the users through a mobile app, email, text message or direct phone call. When in the companion app, users can see exactly what's happening with tracked objects and areas.

The developers of the Oval sensor have taken to Indiegogo to raise funds for production of the product. A pledge of $99 will get you a sensor and a gateway, with delivery expected to take place in February 2015 if the product meets its fundraising goal.
Trend Themes
1. Compact Smart Sensors - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop compact smart sensors that can monitor multiple variables such as motion, light, temperature, moisture, and proximity.
2. Connected Home Monitoring - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a comprehensive connected home monitoring system that allows users to track and receive alerts about the status and activities of their home.
3. Affordable Sensor Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop affordable sensor technology that can be easily integrated into various industries to track and monitor different variables.
Industry Implications
1. Home Security - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart sensors into home security systems to provide more comprehensive monitoring and alerts.
2. Pet Monitoring - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sensor technology specifically designed for monitoring pets, providing real-time updates and alerts to owners.
3. Logistics and Supply Chain - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize smart sensors to track and monitor inventory, temperature, and other variables in the logistics and supply chain industry to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
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