Popular Post Jonathan Fairfield Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 Thailand's Phuket smartens up to bring tourists back MARIMI KISHIMOTO, Nikkei staff writer Wristbands are being given to tourists in Phuket before they venture out to sea as a safety measure. (Photo by Marimi Kishimoto) After accidents this summer, island puts latest tech to use to bolster safety BANGKOK -- Reeling from a deadly boat accident this summer, Thailand's Phuket Island is using "smart" technologies to tackle issues like safety and traffic in an effort to get back on track amid the Southeast Asian tourism boom. The international tourist destination has seen tourist traffic drop off after two boats capsized in July, killing dozens. It is trying to reshape its image by using the latest technology to prevent accidents and crime. For tourists looking to dive into Phuket's waters, for example, the latest accessory is a wristband with a QR code. Divers and other globetrotters must hold the bracelet in front of automated ticketing gates to enter the pier and board boats. Full story: https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Business-Trends/Thailand-s-Phuket-smartens-up-to-bring-tourists-back -- Asia Nikkei Review 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 70 baht at Ao Por pier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 300sd Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 That would keep me away for sure. Brilliant! 3 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post LivinginKata Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 Wonder the real price under the badly stuck on price. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hayduke Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 (edited) State-run CAT Telecom developed the system with a local tour company and South Korean partner. A location-tracking feature will be added by the end of this year to help search for accident victims. Brilliant! No need to waste time, money and energy preventing accidents…instead just work on recovering the bodies. It’s a sure winner. Edited October 20, 2018 by Hayduke 12 3 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post pattayadgw Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 Thats a great idea...... when underwater and you have a problem just pull your iPhone out and zap the QR code... BRILLIANT...... you gotta be kidding me!! 2 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hank Gunn Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 2 hours ago, Hayduke said: State-run CAT Telecom developed the system with a local tour company and South Korean partner. A location-tracking feature will be added by the end of this year to help search for accident victims. Brilliant! No need to waste time, money and energy preventing accidents…instead just work on recovering the bodies. It’s a sure winner. My thoughts exactly. 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mok199 Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 A ''gadget''...its getting harder and harder to tell people I live in this country... 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Darcula Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 This gadget will help you get a Dortor in case of an emergency..... 1 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quadperfect Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 I dont get it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bluesofa Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 15 minutes ago, quadperfect said: I dont get it. Actually I barely do either. It's not easily presented on the FB page. Anyway, if I didn't want a dortor, could I have some son instead? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arithai12 Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 2 hours ago, quadperfect said: I dont get it. That's because there is a typo on the bracelet. It should actually read "SCAM Emergency". 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Chang_paarp Posted October 20, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 20, 2018 It makes identifying the bodies easier. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nkg Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 (edited) error Edited October 20, 2018 by nkg error Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Katia Posted October 21, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 21, 2018 Ooh, Thailand IS getting smarter. Now they're tracking foreigners AND making the foreigners pay for the privilege! Progress, guys! 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokerface1 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 14 hours ago, Hayduke said: Brilliant! No need to waste time, money and energy preventing accidents…instead just work on recovering the bodies. It’s a sure winner. Of course and the QR code will hold the contact details of next of Kin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Old Croc Posted October 21, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 21, 2018 New Thai safety device: 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickmouse1 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 this smart move is a test run for next ankle band which will be given to you on Arrival to keep track of foreigners.hehe... I thought they will give priority to boat's safety and sea worthiness to prevent accidents. OPERATORS MUST CARRY BIG INSURANCE if allowed to take tourists on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReMarKable Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Why don't they track the criminals instead? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bluesofa Posted October 21, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 21, 2018 13 minutes ago, Mickmouse1 said: this smart move is a test run for next ankle band which will be given to you on Arrival to keep track of foreigners.hehe... I thought they will give priority to boat's safety and sea worthiness to prevent accidents. OPERATORS MUST CARRY BIG INSURANCE if allowed to take tourists on board. I agree with what you say. However, it relies on the authorities willingness to enforce any rules dreamt up each time there's a disaster. As we know, there is no interest in enforcing any rules. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Oziex1 Posted October 21, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 21, 2018 Looks good, more plastic waste for the sea. 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juan B Tong Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 NOTICE: No brother in laws, sisters, cousins, uncles, or other relatives were injured in the procurement process of this gizmo. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichardColeman Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Is there a 'do not allow to swim' one for the chinese ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odysseus123 Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 17 minutes ago, Juan B Tong said: NOTICE: No brother in laws, sisters, cousins, uncles, or other relatives were injured in the procurement process of this gizmo. What they really require is a dirigible. I have not seen a zeppelin mooted for years and I'm wondering why... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Back to soft-peddling technology to track (evil) foreigners. They're not going to stop until they have foreigners micro-chipped as they get off the plane - for their own safety, of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emdog Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Unless they double as air bag or flotation device, I don't see whole lot of safety in this latest avoidance of responsibility (like enforcing standards and laws) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lupatria Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 After the landslide win of the Brass Brothers be prepared for phase 2. It may be mandatory: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NamKangMan Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 This is a great initiative. It will speed up the process of identifying the deceased tourists, so their next of kin can receive their condolence baskets of fruit quicker. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedrogaz Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 Great idea....it identifies the targets for the scammers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 1 minute ago, Pedrogaz said: Great idea....it identifies the targets for the scammers. Or, looking at it from the other angle: Aren't these supposed to zero dollar tourists with no cash to spend? At least the scammers will know where not to waste their time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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