RF IDeas' systems cover multiple aspects of the technology. Key technologies will be patented where applicable in order to preserve their market value.
2010
- Feb 2010 - RF IDeas adds shared library support for Linux in the universal SDK
- Jan 2010 - RF IDeas ships pcSwipe RS-232 mag-stripe reader
2009
- Dec 2009 - RF IDeas signs license agreement with HID Global securing rights to design and manufacturer HID compatible readers.
- Nov 2009 - RF IDeas ships pcSwipe USB mag-stripe reader
- Oct 2009 - RF IDeas announces and ships dongle version for selected models for pcProx family
- Sep 2009 - RF IDeas announces and ships PCMCIA models for pcProx family
- Sep 2009 - RF IDeas ships secure XceedID compatible reader
- Sep 2009 - RF IDeas announces and ships Wall-Switch housing for all pcProx and AIR ID models
- Jul 2009 - RF IDeas announces pcSwipe USB/RS-232 mag-stripe reader to be compatible with existing platform of prox/contactless readers
- Apr 2009 - RF IDeas releases pcProx PCMCIA form factor for 125 Khz cards
- Jan 2009 - RF IDeas adds support for 125 Khz Securakey under pcProx Enroll and pcProx 82 Series readers.
- Jan 2009 - RF IDeas releases MIFARE SDK
2008
- Aug 2008 - RF IDeas adds readers for LEGIC cards.
- Jun 2008 - RF IDeas issues statement regarding RFID interference finding in NL.
- Apr 2008 - RF IDeas demonstrates AIR ID Enroll for FIPS201 PIV cards at ISC West in Las Vegas.
- Jan 2008 - RF IDeas updates AIR ID Playback for MIFARE to allow free-form data on contactless cards/tags.
2007
- Jun 2007 - RF IDeas offers PC/SC compliant drivers for its line of USB prox and contactless smart card readers.
- Apr 2007 - RF IDeas releases expanded AIR ID Writer 100% plug-n-play compatible with HID’s RW100 and RW400 read/write iCLASS readers.
2006
- Sep 2006 RF IDeas announces pcProx IP and AIR ID IP readers - the 1st desktop ethernet-enabled readers for nearly all proximity and contactless cards.
- Sep 2006 RF IDeas releases AIR ID Playback Converters, allowing hundreds of off the shelf solutions to immediately take advantage of HID’s contactless smart card without the need to write, develop or deploy software.
- Jul 2006 RF IDeas release the new low profile AIR ID contactless smart card readers.
- Apr 2006 RF IDeas release line of OEM Playback converters. The no-software Playback converters allow the use of iCLASS contactless smart card door readers in PCs, embedded controllers, point-of-sale equipment and other devices.
- Feb 2006 RF IDeas ships 30,000th proximity reader to the healthcare industry.
2005
- Nov 2005 RF IDeas releases AIR ID RKE, a low cost long range facility access solution. The AIR ID RKE is a click-operated fob transmitter with a Wiegand output reader capable of up to 100 ft. read range.
- Nov 2005 RF IDeas releases eLOCK, an after market proximity reader and lock for existing lockers and cabinets.
- Oct 2005 RF IDeas releases AIR ID Playback 232, its 2nd no-software solution for contactless smart cards.
- Sep 2005 RF IDeas AIR ID contactless solution wins prestigious Innovation Award at HID’s Partner Conference.
- May 2005 - AIR ID Logon Solution Version 2 announced. Playback readers are now configurable.
- Mar 2005 - RF IDeas renames RFID1356i product line to AIR ID and introduces the AIR ID Writer, AIR ID Playback, and AIR ID Enroll.
- Feb 2005 - RF IDeas Updates its web site - Have a look around!
2004
- Dec 2004 - RF IDeas Announces RFID1356i-Logon, a plug/play logon solution for applications and operating systems.
- Nov 2004 - User Forum added to RF IDeas
- Spe 2004 OEM Wiegand Converters Expanded and Updated.
- Apr 20/04 RF IDeas announces a new low power model, pcProx-LP, to the pcProx family of readers. The pcProx-LP is in new ultra-small packaging suitable for use with Tablet PCs and PDAs.
- Feb 2004 RF IDeas Dramatically Lowers Prices on Proximity Cards and Readers. See: Store.RFIDeas.com
- RF IDeas releases updates to its Wiegand Converter line.
- Jan 2004 RF IDeas announces PDA support via Compact Flash card for use with pcProx-USB readers.
2003
- 12/15/03 RF IDeas enhances RFID135i USB and RS-232 readers to include iCLASS-Tracker Software.
- 12/01/03 RFID1356i-USB read/write reader released.
- Updated proximity reader Software Developer’s Kit released with support for both USB and RS-232 proximiy readers!
- 10/27/03 RFID1356i-USB read/write reader released
- 09/01/03 RFID1356i readers gain CE approval for European markets.
- 08/15/03 RF IDeas releases RFID13565i-ID, the iCLASS compatible read-only reader for keystroking the wiegand ID number from iCLASS cards. The reader is compltely configurable using RF IDeas’ fre configuration utility.
- 06/15/03 pcProx-232 released complete with configurable flash memory.
- 03/15/03 RF IDeas announces and demonstrates RFID1356i, the iCLASS compatible read/write desktop reader and software developer’s kit (SDK).
- 01/20/03 RF IDeas releases updated significantly smaller pcProx-Sonar
2002
- 09/18/02 Novell release complete support for RF IDeas entire line of proximity readers for their NMAS, and Secure Login product lines.
- 09/10/02 Datacard announces 3 card printers now integrate RF IDeas' pcProx enrollment reader.
- 08/14/02 RF IDeas shows pcProx-iClass reader at ISC East. iClass is a a new contactless smart card technology from HID.
- 08/12/02 Key Source Intl. announce keyboard with integrated proximity reader to solve identification, enrollment and computer access needs.
- 08/01/02 RF IDeas announces compatibility for Casi-Rusco under the pcProx family.
- 06/03/02 RF IDeas add entire line of HID cards and readers to meet customer demand
- 05/15/02 RF IDeas release a complete line of bare-board proximity readers and Wiegand converter solutions for OEMs.
- 05/05/02 Novell releases NMAS and SecureLogon support
- 04/15/02 RF IDeas releases pcProx USB
- 03/15/02 RF IDeas' SoftKBWedgeV2.0 update now includes several special formatting options.
- 03/01/02 RF IDeas release pcProx-Sonar, a no software solution to self-locking computers based on proximity of individuals.
- 02/15/2002 True Systems Completes Integration for the pcProx Family of Readers
- 02/01/2002 SAFLink Completes SAFAccess Integration for pcProx & AIR ID LT Family of Readers
- 01/15/2002 RF IDeas announces USB addition to line of pcProx readers
2001
- 11/12/2001 Novell Agrees to Support for RF IDeas Family of Readers
- 07/23/2001 Integration of BioNetrix Authentication Suite™ Completed
- 03/1/2001 - RF IDeas announces pcProx-KW, the first keyboard wedge compatible proximity reader for existing software and hardware wedges.
- 02/08/2001 - pcProxM The Motorola/Indala compatible proximity solution released
- 02/01/2001 - ADT Security adds RF IDeas' proximity solutions to its line of product offerings.
2000
- 11/1/2000 - RF IDeas delivers pcProxKWST, a keyboard wedge compatible proximity readers for Symbol Technology OmniLink Wedges.
- 8/18/200 - HID signs licensing arrangement with RF IDeas to offer pcProxH.
- 6/1/2000 - Auto-enrollment feature released, dramatically reducing deployment costs.
- 5/1/2000 - CLUI (tm) - Common Logon-User Identified released allowing several users to share desktop applications without requiring a log off. Each user is individually identified through a single shared logon account.
- 4/1/2000 - pcProxM - Motorola/Indala compatible proximity reader exhibited at ISC West and in Europe at IF SEC.
- 1/2/2000 - RF IDeas signs Northern Computers and Ademco to further expand it's distribution network.
1999
- In another first, RF IDeas delivers pcProxH (tm), the first HID compatible reader for computer desktop
- RF IDeas delivers AIR ID-HID, the first single badge solution offering long range access for computers and short range access for facility access control.
- RF IDeas releases its client-server centralized server, AIR ID Enterprise Management Software.
1998
- Product debut at COMDEX Spring is a success with lines forming at the booth.
- AIR ID garners semifinalist position at COMDEX Spring
- AIR ID wins award and $30,000 from Computer Associates at CA World '98.
- AIR ID version 1.0 is released. Multi-badge detection supported.
- RF IDeas ships AIR ID LT, a lower cost proximity identification badge.
- RF IDeas releases the AIR ID SDK for software developers and OEMs.
- RF IDeas enters into several key alliances and partnerships (Microsoft, Novell, HID, Computer Associates, and others) in order to expand the capability of their end user and developer solutions.
1997
- 2nd prototype developed and demonstrated to Chicago Software Association, the University of Chicago Entrepreneur's Council, and Lake Forest School of Management.
- Beta units ship to prospective resellers.
- FCC approval received for AIR ID Base Unit and Badge.
1996
- 1st hardware prototype AIR ID design completed and alpha testing begins.
- AIR ID proximity system demonstrated to general public at Chicago Software Association's Investor Conference.
1994-95
- Corporate conceptual mission formed, key technologies identified and designed, and patents filed.