Six internet-of-things applications in big new government trial

Manchester, England, is set to be the UK demonstrator city for internet-of-things innovation.
Of course, there is much smart technology already in action across many major cities, but the CityVerve Project, awarded £10m by the UK Government, is different in aiming to improve services for residents and working with both the public and private sectors.
Here are six of the project's internet-of-things (IOT) initiatives.
• Gamifying community health
• Sharing air quality data
• Two-way communication from bus stops
• Smart and safe lighting
• Cheaper bike-sharing schemes
• Reacting to respiratory problems