Videos

Various information and educational videos from the Kablooe brain trust.

One Thing I Learned Today Series

60 seconds with Tom KraMer each week.

Archives

Minneapolis/St. Paul Local Business Meet-Ups

These videos include Kablooe President, Tom KraMer as a panel discussion contributor on various business topics.

Archives

Quick Insights to the Thinking Behind the Scenes at Kablooe

ArchivesGo to the Kablooe YouTube Channel

Podcasts

Mass Device and Medical Design & Outsourcing podcasts:

These are podcasts with Kablooe President, Tom KraMer as a guest speaker on various innovation topics.

Webinars

Kablooe U™ Training Webinars

Learn here. Visuals and audio for design and development training on all things innovative.

Articles

Design and Development Educational Topics

Creativity, innovation, development process, engineering and design. All discussed here.

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2025: A Space Odyssey—9000 Benefits of Hardware Abstraction Layers (HAL)

Inspired by the visionary film 2001: A Space Odyssey, this guide will explore how the real-life HAL, the universal translator between hardware and software, is revolutionizing product development. However, unlike its cinematic counterpart, today’s HAL is a dependable ally—one that empowers developers, accelerates innovation, and ensures the success of mission-critical projects.

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Real-Time Operating Systems: Enhancing Performance in Time-Sensitive Applications

In today’s fast-paced world of technology, where milliseconds can make the difference between success and failure, real-time operating systems (RTOS) stand as unsung heroes in enabling reliable and efficient performance in time-sensitive applications. In this guide, we’ll explore the significance of RTOS in embedded systems, discuss its key benefits, and provide examples of how it empowers industries to succeed.

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IoT design for connected devices

Crafting Engaging User Interfaces for Connected Devices: A UI/UX Design Guide

At Kablooe, we believe great IoT design begins and ends with the user. By understanding the unique needs of connected device users, we can build interfaces that not only delight but also simplify complex tasks, enhance engagement, and deliver on the promise of innovation.

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A 10,000-Foot View of Cloud Integration and Its Role in Connected Devices

Picture yourself staring out an airplane window, looking down on a digital ecosystem connected by billions of invisible threads. Below you, smart devices everywhere are exchanging data, coordinating tasks, and responding to user commands, all within a vast network. This is the world of cloud integration—an essential element in the operation and functionality of connected devices, enabling them to work together and provide seamless, intelligent interactions.

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7 Benefits of Using Companion Apps for Your Digital Device

It Takes Two to Tango: 7 Benefits of Using Companion Apps for Your Digital Device

Like in a beautifully choreographed dance, the interplay between hardware and software is essential for a seamless and engaging user experience. If you want your connected device to truly shine on the stage, it needs a dance partner—a companion app that complements its movements and enhances its capabilities with every step.

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How IoT Connected Devices Communicate

How IoT (Connected) Devices Communicate: Software vs. Firmware

So, you've got a shiny new connected device, and you're eager to see it in action. But have you ever wondered how it all works under the hood? How do these devices communicate, and what roles do software and firmware play in making everything tick? Let's explore the differences between software and firmware in connected devices and shed some light on their distinct roles in the embedded system.

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Exploring the 12 Steps of Product Design Engineering

Exploring the 12 Steps of Product Design Engineering

In this article, we will take you through the intricacies of the 12 essential phases of product design engineering. Each step will help ensure your product not only meets its intended purpose but also stands out in the competitive landscape.

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Omcare Medication Dispensing System

Medication Dispensing Systems: How New Innovation is Changing the Way We Approach At-Home Prescriptions

Whether it’s due to the text on a pill bottle being too small to read or a pillbox that’s unnecessarily complicated, studies have shown that 37% of patients don’t take their medications properly. To us, that number is unacceptable. Fortunately, through a rigorous research and design process, many of these existing usability issues and errors can be entirely avoided when interacting with a medication dispensing device.

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Designing a Study: 6 Steps for Preparing Successful MedTech Device Research

Designing a Study: 6 Steps for Preparing Successful MedTech Device Research

Designing a research study for a medical technology device can be an incredibly intimidating process. As one of the first steps in your device design process, it effectively sets the stage for the success of the entire project. That’s not to mention that looming voice in the back of your head reminding you of all the things you need to do to make the FDA happy.

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How to Make the FDA Happy: 7 MedTech Device Design Pro Tips

How to Make the FDA Happy: 7 MedTech Device Design Pro Tips

When it comes to designing medical technology devices, making the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) happy is key. That’s because, if you plan to bring your product to market someday—and I’m sure you do—they’re the final troll under the bridge you’ll need to get past.

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