Ups considers using drones in the future

UPS Considers Using Drones in the Future

Last month UPS tested drones for package delivery in rural areas and may eventually implement their use. Other companies such as Amazon have already began exploring the possibility of using drones for deliveries in poorer countries and rural areas. The parcel service began testing by launching an “octocopter” from the top of its delivery vans…

Ups to offer 3d printing

UPS to Offer 3D Printing

Earlier this week UPS announced that it was expanding its 3D printing services from a 6 location pilot program to an official service offered in nearly 100 locations around the world. While 3D printing has been around for a while, it has been focused mostly on either those who are able to afford machines worth several…

Retail from above: amazon introduces prime air drone delivery service

Retail From Above: Amazon Introduces Prime Air Drone Delivery Service

Purchasing-crazed internet users found their hearts set aflutter recently by Amazon’s reveal of Prime Air. It is a system whereby a customer can opt to have their chosen item neatly deposited in front of their door by an unmanned flying robot, and Amazon intends to have it active by 2015, assuming relevant regulations can be…