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CMU’s OmniTouch Turns Any Surface Into Touchscreen
October 19th, 2011
by mvismarketing
Using a short-range depth camera and a MicroVision ShowWX+ laser pico projector1, Chris Harrison, a Ph.D. student of Carnegie Mellon University in collaboration with Microsoft Research’s Hrvoje Benko and Andrew D. Wilson, developed OmniTouch, a wearable projection system that can turn any surface into an interactive interface. Imagine using the palm of your hand as a touchscreen keypad, a digital notepad or a virtual palette. Now, imagine doing the same thing on practically any surface you can think of. The OmniTouch is set to expand the possibilities of mobile computing by making use of real world surfaces to break free from the limitations of small screen devices.
The present OmniTouch prototype includes a short-range depth camera and laser pico-projector and is mounted on a user’s shoulder. But the researchers say the device ultimately could be the size of a deck of cards, or even a matchbox, so that it could fit in a pocket, be easily wearable, or be integrated into future handheld devices. (Credit: Carnegie Mellon University)
How did they do it?
Read straight from the source: OmniTouch: Wearable Multitouch Interaction Everywhere
1 See above source for reference.
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Pioneer HUD Nav System Is Powered by MicroVision’s PicoP!
October 13th, 2011
by mvismarketing
“Keep your eyes on the road” is going to take on a whole new meaning come 2012. Pioneer is set to release its laser powered Augmented Reality HUD device based head up display navigation system next year. The new nav system uses MicroVision’s PicoP technology to superimpose road information within the driver’s horizon of sight. No more distracting glances away from the road while trying to navigate it. More focus on the road means more control of the wheel to optimize safety while driving.
Check out the video and let us know what you think:
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See the Future of Mobile Display in 3D with MicroVision
September 11th, 2011
by mvismarketing
Seattle is once again hosting this year’s Mobile Future Forward, a gathering of some of the best and most influential minds in the mobile industry to explore the latest trends and innovations that will shape the industry for the next 2-5 years. Hear experts and visionaries from around the world as they discuss, debate and decide what the user experience and applications will look like in the coming years.
For MicroVision, the future of mobile displays can be viewed in 3D. In fact, MicroVision will be demonstrating an early version of its 3D PicoP® prototype at the Visions of the Future session during the event. This technology enables a 3D viewing experience from mobile devices. The company believes that as more 3D content are made available, 3D support will be the next logical step for its future line of laser pico projectors. With this new 3D PicoP® technology, users will have the ability to break free from small screens, and will be able to display 3D content of up to 100-inches in diagonal image size. In addition, MicroVision’s in-motion laser display technology is ideal for high-intensity, action-packed 3D mobile games, providing focus-free crisp images for a truly immersive gaming experience. See it live in action:
When: September 12, 2011
Where: Bell Harbor International Conference Center
2211 Alaskan Way, Pier 66 , Seattle, WA 98121
Click here for map and directions
For more information about Mobile Future Forward, please log on to www.mobilefutureforward.com
Posted in Gaming, Industry News, MEMS, Pico Projectors, PicoP Evaluation Kit (PEK), Press Releases, Tradeshows, innovation | Comments Off
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