In the spirit of openinnovation, Google promises to make the Cloud Platform code, the Arduino sensor designs and the collected data available online after the conference.
It underscores the agency's commitment to guarantee consumers the benefits of an open wireless broadband platform by providing greater consumer choice and fostering innovation.
"Verizon Wireless has a demonstrated commitment to innovation, and we're excited to combine our open product development platform with the nation's best wireless broadband network, " said Peter Semmelhack, founder and chief executive officer of Bug Labs.