Transformative Computing and Communication

The articles in this special section focus on transformative computing. This is a new paradigm that stems from the confluence of wireless networking, artificial intelligence, and sensing devices. This combination of computing and communication technologies enhances everyday computational experiences. The four case studies in this special issue explore this new model. Remarkable advances in wireless networking, artificial intelligence (AI), and sensing devices are causing a seismic shift. We are observing the emergence of a brand-new paradigm, transformative computing. We define this paradigm as the opportunistic cross-fertilization of computing and communication technologies, leveraging existing infrastructures and natural signals to uncover novel, compelling, and sometimes unexpected ways to redefine our everyday computational experiences.