These examples of beacon technology include innovative uses of the Apple-pioneered systems that span various industries. Often referred to as indoor GPS, iBeacon technology has the potential to revolutionize everything from enjoying a live sporting event to browsing at your local shopping center.
In terms of retail, several examples of beacon technology in this realm highlight the need for personalization in terms of in-store experience that could give brick-and-mortar an edge over online shopping. Whether it's beacon-embedded mannequins that offer detailed information on the items displayed or supermarkets powered by beacons that deliver customized offers, there are seemingly endless implications for retail.
Additionally, stadiums and airports with beacon technology have the ability to help individuals find their seats faster, as well as providing information regarding the location of certain services.
41 Examples of Beacon Technology
From Public Accessibility Beacons to Beacon-Embedded Mannequins:
Rebecca Byers — Aug 15, 2015 — Tech
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Blind-Assisting Beacon Systems
This Subway Navigation System Helps to Guide Blind Passengers
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Ice Cream Social Apps
Magnum's M-Pulse App Locates Nearby Treats with Beacon Technology
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Indoor Beacon Technology
The Estimote Indoor Location System Expands Its Beacon Services
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Open Source Beacons
Google's Eddystone is an Open BLE Beacon Format That Can Communicate Privately
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Data-Transmitting Mannequin Apps
VMBeacon Allows Users to Find More Information About Products
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Shareable Air Travel Beacons
The Common-Use Beacon Registry Lets Airports Share Beacon Data
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URL-Sending Beacons
The Blesh Physical Web Beacon Makes Smart Object Interaction Seamless
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Pharmacy Beacon Technology
The Duane Reade App Vastly Improves Customer's In-Store Experience
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Interactive Museum Beacons
The Guggenheim Musem is Testing Beacon Technology
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Beacon Treasure Hunts
Australia's Bendigo Marketplace Hosts Hi-Tech Family Scavenger Hunts
31
Ballpark Beacons
These Major League Baseball Beacons Enhance the Ballpark Experience
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Concession Stand Order Apps
Qkr! by MasterCard is an App-Based Ordering and Payments Platform
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Assistive Banking Apps
The 'Barclays Access' Bank Technology Improves Accessibility for Customers
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Colorful Beacon Apps
The LookFor App Turns Phones into Colorful Light Sources to Find Friends
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Beacon Airport Navigation
The indoo.rs Indoor Navigation at SFO Helps Blind Travelers Get Around
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Beacon-Enabled Airports
Miami International Airport Has Integrated the Tech in a World's First
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Alcoholic Beacon Apps
Remy Martin's Futur Heritage App Delivers Specifically Crafted Cocktails
24
Mobile Payment Beacons
South Africa's SnapScan Service is Offered by Over 40 Merchants
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Beacon-Embracing Stadiums
AT&T Stadium is Using Beacons to Upgrade the Spectator Experience
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Incentivized Fetch Machines
GranataPet's Pet Snack Machine Rewards Pets After a Game of Ball
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Blind-Assisting Subway Beacons
The wayfindr System Guides the Blind Through London's Subway System
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Beacon Airport Assistance
British Airways Implements Beacon Technologies in Heathrow Airport
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Connected Transport Buses
The Smart Public Transport Buses Use iBeacon Technology
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Pedestrian Safety Beacons
O2's 'Watch Out' Beacons Improve Crosswalk Safety
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Responsive City Fixtures
Marshalls Envisions Smart Street Furniture with IoT to Aid the Disabled
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Personalized Bank Beacons
St. George Bank Greets Customers Through Smartphones and Tablets
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Washroom-Locating Beacons
Levi's Stadium's Beacons Help Fans Find Washrooms, Parking Spots & More
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Automated Personal Beacons
Signul is a Beacon System That Streamlines Daily Tasks
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Water-Surging Broadcasting Devices
The Flood Beacon Uses the Internet to Warn Users of Danger
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Beacon-Integrated Store Displays
Shelfbucks' Smart Display Enables Measurement of Promo Campaigns
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Smart Home Beacons
Airfy is a Beacon Home System to Make Your Home More Intelligent
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Cab Credit Beacon Beams
This Taxi App Lets You Broadcast Your Referral Code to Those Around You
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Battery-Less Beacons
Ifinity's 'AirBeacons' Are Powered By Electromagnetic Waves
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Visually Impaired Wearable Tech
The Microsoft Headset Emits a 3D-Soundscape of Audio as a Guide
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Assistive Library Beacons
Using Emerging Library Technology, This Florida Library Keeps Current
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Beacon Navigation Technology
Sightcompass is a Beacon Tool for the Visually Impaired
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Beacon-Equipped Football Stadiums
The Miami Dolphins Are Embracing Stadium Beacon Technology
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Amusement Park Beacons
Canvas' Crowd Management Beacons Aim to Reduce Theme Park Lines
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Brooklyn Basketball Beacons
The Brooklyn Nets Are Using Beacon Technology to Improve Fan Access
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Musical Safety Beacons
'Safetify' Improves the Safety of Pedestrians Listening to Music
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Beacon-Fitted Basketball Arenas
Golden State Warriors' Stadium Has Beacon Technology
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