Wearable face sensors add to the evolution of tech that “gets” us

If humanoid robots are ever going to fully integrate in society, they’re going to need to get good at reading our emotional states and responding appropriately. A new wearable from researchers in Korea could help them do just that.Continue ReadingCateg… Continue reading Wearable face sensors add to the evolution of tech that “gets” us

Wearable sonar tracks facial expressions using sound instead of cameras

Engineers at Cornell University have developed a new wearable device that can monitor a person’s facial expressions through sonar and recreate them on a digital avatar. Removing cameras from the equation could alleviate privacy concerns.Continue Readin… Continue reading Wearable sonar tracks facial expressions using sound instead of cameras

Smart necklace monitors facial expressions to gauge your emotions

Last year we looked at an interesting research project from scientists at Cornell University seeking to use wearable cameras to track facial expressions, and the technology has now taken on a more practical form. The team has developed a necklace-like … Continue reading Smart necklace monitors facial expressions to gauge your emotions

A short selfie video on your smartphone can now measure your blood pressure

An exciting new technology, called transdermal optical imaging, can turn your smartphone into an accurate diagnostic device that can measure your blood pressure by analyzing a short video taken of your face. The University of Toronto-led rese… Continue reading A short selfie video on your smartphone can now measure your blood pressure