Modular approach adds touch, portability and extra bass to HD projector

Chinese tech startup IdeaClub has launched an interesting Full HD ultra-short-throw projector on Indiegogo that offers 100-inch visuals and built-in sound, but can also be had with expansion modules that bring touch interaction, extra up time or booste… Continue reading Modular approach adds touch, portability and extra bass to HD projector

Kobo bigs up E Ink reading with 10.3-inch Elipsa

Though there are apps that allow bookworms to read the latest titles on their smartphones or tablets, many prefer a dedicated ereader. Rakuten Kobo’s new Elipsa model is not only the largest that the company has produced so far, but the first to come w… Continue reading Kobo bigs up E Ink reading with 10.3-inch Elipsa

HeadFi system gives dumb headphones smart functions

While there are now some “smart” headphones that can perform multiple functions, the vast majority still just amplify music. A new system, however, could give those “dumb” headphones capabilities such as heart rate monitoring and gesture recognition.Co… Continue reading HeadFi system gives dumb headphones smart functions

Review: Hachi Infinite M1 Pro interactive ultra-short-throw projector

Back in 2018, China’s Puppy Robot launched the puppy cube interactive projector on Indiegogo, and we got to review a unit. The company’s next generation smart projector was showcased at CES 2020, and a higher spec version released toward the end of las… Continue reading Review: Hachi Infinite M1 Pro interactive ultra-short-throw projector

Cambridge Audio injects wireless earphones with hi-fi amplifier know-how

The UK’s Cambridge Audio has launched the next model in its excellent Melomania true wireless earphone range. As the name suggests, the Melomania Touch offer touch control as well as the promise of “stunning sound performance and world-class battery li… Continue reading Cambridge Audio injects wireless earphones with hi-fi amplifier know-how

Novel printing process turns ordinary paper into interactive surfaces

A typical sheet of paper or cardboard is neither waterproof, interactive or able to harvest energy, but an innovative new printing technology developed at Purdue University can make it all of the above. The researchers demonstrated the technique by tra… Continue reading Novel printing process turns ordinary paper into interactive surfaces

Novel printing process turns ordinary paper into interactive surfaces

A typical sheet of paper or cardboard is neither waterproof, interactive or able to harvest energy, but an innovative new printing technology developed at Purdue University can make it all of the above. The researchers demonstrated the technique by tra… Continue reading Novel printing process turns ordinary paper into interactive surfaces

Smart projector puts a touchscreen on your desk, a movie on your wall

Back in November 2018, we took a portable smart projector called the puppy cube for a spin, which offered touchscreen interaction. The company behind that image thrower has now announced the global release of a brighter, more powerful ultra-short throw… Continue reading Smart projector puts a touchscreen on your desk, a movie on your wall

Sprayable sensors make any surface interactive

Imagine touching the armrest of your sofa to change the channel on your television, or pressing against a lightbulb stencil on the wall to turn on your smart light – these functions and many more like them are now possible thanks to research from a tea… Continue reading Sprayable sensors make any surface interactive