ARC vibrating pen steadies the ship for people with Parkinson's disease

The development of tight, cramped cursive as a result of degenerating motor control is a common symptom of Parkinson's disease. Known as micrographia, this condition can often lead people to put down their pens forever, but a team of British engineers say there might yet be hope for sufferer's of this dispiriting ailment. Dopa Solution's ARC pen is a vibrating writing device that stimulates muscles in the hand, giving those with Parkinson's better control when putting pen to paper. .. Continue Reading ARC vibrating pen steadies the ship for people with Parkinson's disease



Section: Health and Wellbeing



Tags: Handwriting, Motor Skills, Parkinson, Writing



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Non-invasive brain-machine interface gets a grip of bionic hand control

A team of researchers from the University of Houston (UH) has developed an algorithm that enabled a man whose right hand had been amputated to grasp objects using a bionic hand controlled by his thoughts. While we've seen similar accomplishments in recent years, the new technique is non-invasive, capturing brain activity via a scalp EEG... Continue Reading Non-invasive brain-machine interface gets a grip of bionic hand control



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Tags: Brain Machine Interface, EEG, Non-invasive, Prosthetics, Thought-control, University of Houston



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Soundbrenner Pulse: The musician's smartwatch

For over two hundred years the mechanical metronome has been a vital tool for musicians, but it's limited, often distracting, and can't be used in a performance setting. Berlin-based startup Soundbrenner's answer is the Pulse wearable metronome, which keeps the beat by vibration or light and can be programmed for multiple players... Continue Reading Soundbrenner Pulse: The musician's smartwatch



Section: Wearable Electronics



Tags: Bluetooth, Indiegogo, Vibrators, Wearable



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CareJack vest takes soft (and smart) approach to lifting heavy loads

Being a nurse, construction worker, or grocery stocker is a taxing and potentially risky job. Claiming almost 10 percent of lost days of work in Germany are due to lower back problems, Fraunhofer researchers in conjunction with industry partners are developing CareJack, an orthopedic prosthetic embedded with flexible, smart electronics to ensure those lifting heavy loads don't have to go home early... Continue Reading CareJack vest takes soft (and smart) approach to lifting heavy loads



Section: Health and Wellbeing



Tags: Exoskeleton, Fraunhofer, Kinetic Energy, Prosthetics, Wearable, Workplace



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Dyson unveils next-generation air purifier

Not content with vacuums and fans, Dyson is expanding into the realm of air purification with its Pure Cool purifier fan, which was unveiled today. Building on the company's Air Multiplier technology, it's designed to capture ultrafine particles, which are a major component of air pollution. To learn more, Gizmag talked to Dyson engineer Robert Green. .. Continue Reading Dyson unveils next-generation air purifier



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Tags: Air Purification Systems, Carbon Monoxide, China, Dyson, Filters, Japan, Pollution



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Rhema tech coaches public speakers via Google Glass

Many people absolutely hate public speaking, in part because they think that they simply aren't good enough at doing it. Well, that's why Rhema was created. Developed at the University of Rochester and named after the Greek word for "utterance," it delivers real-time performance feedback to the speaker via their Google Glasses. .. Continue Reading Rhema tech coaches public speakers via Google Glass



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Tags: Google Glass, Smart Glasses, University of Rochester, Voice



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Researchers develop crowdsourced tool for dealing with depression

A combined research effort between MIT and Northwestern University has led to the development of a new socially engaging tool designed to help people cope with depression. Focusing on a technique known as cognitive reappraisal, the application allows members to both receive help from others, and offer it themselves... Continue Reading Researchers develop crowdsourced tool for dealing with depression



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Tags: Crowdsource, Depression, MIT, Northwestern University, Research



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Google launches new Chrome devices, including a Chrome OS-based HDMI stick

Google has announced a range of new Chrome OS devices, including the Chromebit, a tiny Chromebook on a dongle which can be plugged into a television or monitor. The technology giant also unveiled three new Chromebooks: the Asus Chromebook Flip, the Haier Chromebook 11, and the Hisense Chromebook... Continue Reading Google launches new Chrome devices, including a Chrome OS-based HDMI stick



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SnapPower adds USB power to any wall outlet, no rewiring required

Not everyone wants to leave their computer powered up, every time they need to charge a device via USB. That's why some people use wall outlet adapter plugs, or they wire in new outlets that contain USB ports. The new SnapPower Charger, however, offers an alternative. It's a wall outlet cover plate that provides 1 amp of USB power, with no rewiring or extra hardware necessary. .. Continue Reading SnapPower adds USB power to any wall outlet, no rewiring required



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Silicon nanoneedles could lead to "super bandages" that help blood vessels grow and reprogram cells

Researchers at the Imperial College London and the Houston Methodist Research Institute have developed biodegradable, silicon "nanoneedles" that can deliver genetic material to stimulate the growth of blood vessels. They could perhaps even be used to reprogram living cells as needed in a safe, non-invasive manner. .. Continue Reading Silicon nanoneedles could lead to "super bandages" that help blood vessels grow and reprogram cells



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Tags: Angiogenesis, blood vessel, Houston Methodist Research Institute, Imperial College, Nanoneedles



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Amazon moves "Buy Now with One Click" into the physical world, with the Dash Button

You can prepare for a barrage of April Fools' jokes in the next 24 hours or so, but this isn't one of them. The Amazon Dash Button is the company's latest (rather clever) attempt to get you to buy more stuff from the online superstore... Continue Reading Amazon moves "Buy Now with One Click" into the physical world, with the Dash Button



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Seventh and eighth satellites join the Galileo constellation

Two new Galileo satellites have been successfully placed in orbit, joining the existing six probes in the constellation that aim to provide a European alternative to GPS and Glonass networks. The operation went off without a hitch – something that can't be said for the troubled assent of the fifth and sixth Galileo satellites. .. Continue Reading Seventh and eighth satellites join the Galileo constellation



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Tags: ESA, Galileo Satellite Navigation System, Navigation, Satellite



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2015 eVolo Skyscraper Competition winners announced

The winners of this year's eVolo Skyscraper Competition have been announced. The annual contest was established in 2006 with the aim of recognizing outstanding ideas for vertical living. This year's overall winner, the Essence Skyscraper, contains a variety of diverse natural habitats... Continue Reading 2015 eVolo Skyscraper Competition winners announced



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Sparx Skate Sharpener aims to bring professional skate sharpening home

Ask anyone who's sharpened skates professionally, and they will tell you that it's an art form. I worked in a hockey store for most of my teenage years, and even after all that time, I was constantly learning new techniques. Sparx aims to allow people to sharpen their own skates right in their home with perfect results every single time, saving a trip to the local hockey shop. .. Continue Reading Sparx Skate Sharpener aims to bring professional skate sharpening home



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Tags: Hockey, Kickstarter, Skate



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McLaren 570S Coupé: A "classic sports car" for the McLaren Sports Series

Having teased some cursory details last week, McLaren has now revealed the full specs of its upcoming 570S Coupé. The 570S is the first model in McLaren's Sports Series of cars. The company describes it as "a classic sports car with mid-engine rear-wheel drive layout and carbon fiber structure.".. Continue Reading McLaren 570S Coupé: A "classic sports car" for the McLaren Sports Series



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Microsoft Surface 3 is no "Pro," but still runs full Windows

For its first two generations, Microsoft released "Pro" and standard (RT) versions of the Surface. You also may have noticed that Microsoft ditched the RT and focused exclusively on the Pro with last year's Surface Pro 3. Today the company is revisiting the cheaper model, but without resurrecting Windows RT from its early grave... Continue Reading Microsoft Surface 3 is no "Pro," but still runs full Windows



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3D flash technology moves forward with 10 TB SSDs and the first 48-layer memory cells

Flash storage technology will soon see a three-fold improvement in data density thanks to a joint development at Intel and Micron that will allow the production of 3.5 TB flash sticks and 10 TB standard-sized SSDs. Meanwhile, a new 48-layer cell technology development by Toshiba could pave the way for higher write speeds, more reliability and lower costs in solid state drives... Continue Reading 3D flash technology moves forward with 10 TB SSDs and the first 48-layer memory cells



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Snug Vest addresses anxiety by inflating

Sometimes, when you're feeling anxious, all you need is a hug. But the thought of actually hugging someone might instil yet more anxiety. That's where the Snug Vest comes in. It uses a clinical method known as deep pressure therapy to essentially simulate a hug, which has been found to help reduce anxiety and stress and to be an effective treatment for people with autism or ADHD... Continue Reading Snug Vest addresses anxiety by inflating



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Lumo projects an interactive, motion-sensitive game experience onto walls and floors

If you've visited a trade show or children's museum lately, chances are you've seen an interactive, motion-sensitive exhibit projected onto a wall or floor. Lumo is the at-home version of this technology, developed by technologists Meghan Athavale and Curtis Wachs who began creating interactive environments for commercial settings. Seeing a demand for a cheaper and more user-friendly version of their product for interactive gaming at home, they're launching an Indiegogo campaign to fund the continued development of Lumo... Continue Reading Lumo projects an interactive, motion-sensitive game experience onto walls and floors



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Lotus Belle Outback Deluxe tent delivers glamping for under $2,500

Australian company Lotus Belle has recently released the newest edition in its range of luxury tents which have been created especially for glamping.The Outback Deluxe is a 5 m (16.4 ft) circular tent that represents an upgrade from its 4 m and 5 m predecessors... Continue Reading Lotus Belle Outback Deluxe tent delivers glamping for under $2,500



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Light bulb set to be graphene's first commercial consumer application

In two claimed firsts, researchers at the University of Manchester have produced both the first commercial application of graphene and the world's first graphene light-bulb. It is expected that this new device will have lower energy emissions, cheaper manufacturing costs, and a longer running life than even LED lights. And this isn't just a pie-in-the-sky prototype, either. The team who developed it believes that the graphene light-bulb will be available for retail sale within months... Continue Reading Light bulb set to be graphene's first commercial consumer application



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Six "million dollar cars" sold at Bonhams' Mercedes-Benz Museum Stuttgart auction

The full glory of the Mercedes-Benz three-pointed star was on display at Bonhams' second annual classic car auction for the marque in Stuttgart on the weekend. Held at the Mercedes-Benz Museum, six individual cars sold for more than a million dollars, with the highlights being a 1931 model 770 Cabriolet D which sold for EUR€2,311,500 (US$2,516,987), a 1938 540 K Cabriolet A which sold for EUR€2,760,000 (US$3,005,357) and a fully-functioning 115-year-old Benz Ideal Vis-a-Vis Motor Carriage which fetched EUR€212,750 (US$231,663)... Continue Reading Six "million dollar cars" sold at Bonhams' Mercedes-Benz Museum Stuttgart auction



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Zivix adds hexaphonic pickup and Bluetooth to pocket string picker

There are many iOS apps that offer onscreen versions of musical instruments and, though a convenient way to practice chord positions or to quickly jot down a song idea, they can be a pretty poor substitute for the real thing. In 2013, Zivix launched a successful crowdfunding campaign to bring a backpack-friendly MIDI guitar designed for the mobile musician called the JamStik to production. Now the company is back with an improved mini guitar that boasts better picking detection and processing speed, and uses Bluetooth LE instead of Wi-Fi to keep surfing channels open while playing... Continue Reading Zivix adds hexaphonic pickup and Bluetooth to pocket string picker



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Last Chance To Save 77% On The Wireless Bluetooth Cloud Buds

Earbuds should provide a personal bubble of music, but there is nothing relaxing about being tangled in wires. The Bluetooth Cloud Buds are truly handsfree and offer great sound quality thanks to a noise-canceling outer shell. Now is your last chance to grab them at a 77% discount... Continue Reading Last Chance To Save 77% On The Wireless Bluetooth Cloud Buds



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Gogoro's battery-swapping Smartscooter ready to roll in Taiwan

Taiwan-based startup Gogoro drew plenty of attention when it unveiled its Smartscooter at CES earlier this year. The thinking is that these electric two-wheelers will be ridden around urban centers and their lithium-ion batteries switched over at exchanges when they run out of juice. The idea is now one step closer to reality, with the announcement of a pilot program in Taiwan ahead of a launch this coming summer. .. Continue Reading Gogoro's battery-swapping Smartscooter ready to roll in Taiwan



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