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These smart speakers can accept voice commands and can be controlled
through smart phones. They can also perform activities like creating a
playlist, turning on reminders, searching for information on the Internet, etc.
SMART CITIES
Smart Cities are urban areas that use different types of smart applications and sensors to collect
data. The information from these data is used to manage resources, services and assets efficiently.
This data is used to improve different operations of the city.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is used to improve operations efficiently, share
data with the residents easily, and provide quality government services and citizens' well-being
effectively.
The objective of Smart Cities mission is to drive economic growth, and improve the quality of living
of the people by developing local areas and blending technology and AI that could lead to smart
outcomes.
Smart Transportation Smart Health
Education
Intelligent
Shopping
Electric Vehicle Charging
Public Safety
Internet
Connectivity
Eco Energy
Smart Home
Traffic Management
Smart Street Lights
PURE
30% of traffic in city centres is caused by people looking for parking spaces. FACT
Benefits of Smart Cities
Following are some of the benefits of Smart Cities:
Smart Cities have smart street lights. The lighting can be customised as per the activities on the
street.
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