Wireless/Mobile/Broadband

Pittsburgh Brings Wi-Fi to its Waterways

June 17, 2013 - The Port of Pittsburgh Commission is developing an infrastructure backbone and suite of apps and devices that could refresh river transport technology across the country.

Google or Not, Cities Pin Hopes on Gigabit Networks

June 12, 2013 - The list of gigabit cities continues to grow, as officials hope investments in high-speed networks will translate to economic development success.

Unified Communications Helps Localities Replace or Upgrade Aging Phone Systems

June 12, 2013 - Cities and counties use unified communications to build a new playing field for contact centers, mobile communication, computers and networks.

Sensors Help LA Create Demand-Based Parking Pricing

June 12, 2013 - Los Angeles' smart parking system adjusts pricing for parking spaces using an algorithm based on supply and demand.

4 Technology Insights from Citrix Synergy 2013

June 11, 2013 - Challenges abound for governments when it comes to policy, mobility, virtualization and cloud computing.

The Best City App in the World?

June 10, 2013 - In a field of nearly 100 entrants, a civic app from Brazilian developers took top honors at the New Cities Summit.

Chicago Hacks its Way to Mobile-Friendly Public Safety Apps

June 7, 2013 - At Chicago's Safer Communities hackathon, developers were tasked with making public safety apps more accessible via mobile devices.

Industry Perspective: Government Presence on Every Device

June 6, 2013 - When it comes to mobility in government, one size does not fit all.

Texting Service Answers ‘Where’s My Bus?’ in Albuquerque, N.M.

May 31, 2013 - The new service reduces both incoming 311 calls questioning the public bus schedule and costs.

The Google Perspective: Gigabit Internet in Local Governments

May 28, 2013 - As Google pursues gigabit fiber deployments, the Internet giant looks for emerging tech hubs with public demand for high-speed connections and local leaders with vision.

LTE Wireless by the Numbers (Infographic)

May 24, 2013 - Long term evolution wireless networks are gaining ground -- here's what you need to know.

Using Social Media and Mobility to Promote 'Ag Tourism'

May 23, 2013 - Next week, a Brentwood, Calif., nonprofit will launch an app that provides visitors with quick and easy access to "U-pick stand" locations.

Oklahoma Cities Collaborate on Mobile Policy

May 23, 2013 - Oklahoma cities set mobile technology and social media standards for government agencies.

There’s an App for That State Service

May 23, 2013 - NASCIO's comprehensive list of mobile apps offered by state agencies includes tools for tourists, tips for preppers and help for hunters, to name a few.

Miami Beach, Fla., Develops Tourism API

May 22, 2013 - The city hopes its application programming interface (API) will encourage the development of new tourism-related apps.

Mobile Tech Links Trauma Surgeons with SWAT Teams

May 21, 2013 - The test program equips SWAT officers with computers and cameras so when out in the field, trauma surgeons can help them respond to critical injuries.

Florida Serves Up Legislative App

May 20, 2013 - A new app offers followers of the Florida state legislature up-to-date information on the go.

Part Three: Who Controls the Internet?

May 17, 2013 - Could increased cooperation between government and Internet activists lead to a favorable ending for the Web?

Part Two: Who Controls the Internet?

May 16, 2013 - Will agencies like the International Telecommunications Union play a role in future development of the World Wide Web?