Tag Archives: Internet of Things

TOTeM and Oxfam

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Jane

RememberMe, the project we did back in May in an Oxfam Shop in Manchester is still getting press, proving that there definitely is potential for charity shops to integrate this system into their stores. If attaching memories to our old … Continue reading →

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Tagging Technologies Book!

Posted on August 31, 2010 by admin

Way back in May 2010, we ran a workshop to explore the publics apprehension for tagging technologies. It was very successful and provided insights in to the fears and concerns around RFID and the tagging of objects and people. The day … Continue reading →

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Killer Start Ups

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Jane

After being mentioned in Mashable’s Spark of Genius page yesterday (which has been tweeted 1,116 times so far!) we are now on the Killer Start Ups page, you can vote for your favourite (that’s us of course!) by clicking link … Continue reading →

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Estate Agents use TOTeM QR Tags

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Jane

An estate agent in Didsbury, Manchester is using tales of things to creatively market its properties. Gascgoigne Halman has placed QR codes/barcodes on its properties to allow buyers to see inside the property without actually having to set foot in … Continue reading →

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Create your own groups

Posted on July 13, 2010 by Jane

tales of things now has the ability to allow users to create their own “groups” on the website. This will make it easier for you to search and connect to specific interest groups, so start your own group today!

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Tales of the City

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Jane

Shoreditch High Street has now been tagged with QR codes as part of the London Festival of Architecture. Be sure to make your way down to develop a personal history tour of the street. We are looking for stories about … Continue reading →

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Tales of Things at LFA

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Jane

              We will be taking part in this year’s London Festival of Architecture 19 June to 4 July 2010, so if you are in the Shoreditch area be sure to pop down and see … Continue reading →

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RememberMe press

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Jane

Our project in the Oxfam shop has found its way into a great article on Wired and also in BBC Manchester. Listen out for a feature on Radio 5 Live tomorrow with the Gaby Logan show 12-2pm.

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Tagging Technologies Event

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Jane

  It has been a busy week here at TOTeM starting with our Tagging Technologies workshop held at ECA on Monday. This started lots of discussions on the future of the technology and as well as highlighting interesting ideas for … Continue reading →

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Tagging Workshop

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Jane

Edinburgh College of Art will be hosting a public workshop “Tagging technology- is the future bright” looking at the implications and future of tagging technology on the 10th May 1-5pm at Inspace (Edinburgh Univeristy, Informatics). For more information go to our … Continue reading →

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