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#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Skyted is a mask designed to improve your call and streaming quality when in public and loud environments. http://plughitzlive.com/ces Too often these days, we are forced into places that are not conducive to conversation. This is exacerbated when you're on the phone or computer. This happens because microphones, in general, do not discriminate between sounds. These microphones pick up whatever sound they hear and push it to the other side of the call. In a loud area, this means it's nearly impossible for the person on the other side of the call to hear anything you say. This is the problem that Skyted (http://skyted.io/) is hoping to solve. What is Skyted? Skyted is a headset, of sorts, intended to improve sound quality while in a loud environment. At first sight, it might appear to be a little odd. However, the design is well-tested for years. That's because the device is modeled after the systems used on fighter jets. The device fits over the mouth as a full mask, allowing for sound to be isolated and directed toward the microphone. Skyted is different than other headsets because it is designed to block out background noise. This means that when you are in a loud environment, such as a game center, or simply talking on the phone in public, your sound will be isolated and clear for the people you're speaking with. Other headsets may attempt to filter out environmental sounds, but they are limited in what they can do. With the Skyted headset, you can be sure that your sound is clear and crisp even in a loud environment. Who is Skyted for? One of the great strengths of Skyted is its versatility. Because the mask microphone is designed to work with Bluetooth, it can be used for a variety of purposes. The original purpose is to allow for public phone calls - limiting the background noise, but also preventing people around you from having to listen. In the past few years, however, other types of public calls have become commonplace. in particular, Teams and Zoom calls have become a regular part of doing business, especially while traveling. But, working in public has become a normal situation, even for those not traveling. In addition, gaming in public has become more common. Gaming centers, like our friends at STRYKE eSports in Tampa, are popping up in more places. Online gaming is enhanced by live chat, which is equally difficult in public. But, with the Skyted system, you can chat with other players without having to hide in a pod and without disrupting the gamers around you. Another aspect of public speech where the Skyted can really be a benefit is streaming. Obviously, if you're streaming a game in a game center, the benefits are clear. However, there's a lot of In Real Life (IRL) streaming, where people stream their experiences with games outside of a studio. This applies to games like Pokémon GO, where you have to be in the wild to play. Once again, this device will help you isolate yourself from the people around you while streaming. Summary Skyted is planning to be made available through pre-orders starting in March 2023. To learn more about Skyted or to pre-order one for yourself, you can go to the company's website (http://skyted.io/). Interview by Todd Cochrane (https://twitter.com/GeekNews) of Geek News Central (http://geeknewscentral.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts If you ever work in public spaces, securing your belongings can be difficult. LapLok has a solution to prevent grab-and-go thieves. http://plughitzlive.com/ces If you travel as often as our team does, you know there are a number of issues that pop up regularly. For example, one day you could be working in a hotel office and the next you're sitting at a table in a coffee bar. But, one thing always remains the same - how do you secure your computer? There are Kensington-style locks, but so many laptops today don't have a lock port (including the one I'm using to write this). This is the space that LapLok (https://laplok.com/) is looking to fill. What is LapLok? LapLok is a near pocket-sized security system for anyone who uses their laptop out in public. This could be writers who need to be seen writing at Starbucks or travelers trying to get work done at the airport. Wherever you are, so long as you've got a flat surface, you can secure your laptop. The device works fairly simply. You attach a mounting bracket to the back of your laptop, ideally before you go out. The bracket goes on with a strong 3M adhesive that will hold it in place in nearly all situations. Then, when you're ready to lock the computer, you attach the base to the bracket and clamp it to the table. Once locked in place, it will only open with the PIN you've programmed. In addition to the base locking system, there are other security accessories that can be added. The most prominent add-on that we saw was to also secure your purse or laptop bag to the underside of the table. Now, with a single device, you can deter the casual grab-and-go thief. But, what happens if someone does grab the laptop and tries to get away? The LapLok has a built-in alarm that sounds. The alarm is loud and annoying enough that they didn't want to demonstrate it at the show. Obviously, the idea of the alarm is to deter the theft, but also to alert everyone around in the event it happens. Who is LapLok for? With the increase in work-from-home and work-from-anywhere mentality, many people are working while out of the office. Because of this, companies have been issuing laptops to employees who previously may not have had one. So, with working from anywhere growing in popularity, the LapLok is really for anyone. The most common use case is for people who travel a lot. Travelers often find themselves working in strange places. But, these days, many of us do. Even around town, I find myself working from restaurants and coffee shops - even gaming centers. Being able to secure your laptop to go to the bathroom is a great ability, but securing it while you're sitting there is just as important - possibly more important. Summary LapLok is in a late prototype phase and TechLok, the company behind the product, is taking pre-orders now. The expected retail price of the device is $80, but in pre-order, you can get the whole productivity bundle for $7, though quantities are limited. To learn more or pre-order your own, head to the company's website (https://laplok.com/). Interview by Todd Cochrane (https://twitter.com/GeekNews) of Geek News Central (http://geeknewscentral.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts If you struggle to lose weight or stay healthy, VersaWare's AI-powered connected kitchen might just be your solution. http://plughitzlive.com/ces VersaWare (https://www.versaware.io/) is on a mission to help you get healthy and save time. They provide users with a culinary ecosystem that is tailored specifically to their health goals. Their recipe-AI and real-time nutrition breakdowns make it easy to create healthy meals quickly and efficiently. With VersaWare, you can finally achieve your health goals without sacrificing your time! What is VersaWare? VersaWare is an AI-powered platform that puts the power of a personal chef in the hands of everyone. Through their AI-based recipe engine, VersaWare helps users create delicious, healthy meals quickly and efficiently. Their nutritional breakdowns help you track your daily caloric intake and easily adjust dietary preferences to meet specific health goals. From fresh ingredients to detailed recipes, to meal plans and nutrition guidance, VersaWare's culinary ecosystem has everything you need for healthy eating success. How does VersaWare work? VersaWare combines the power of AI with physical kitchen gadgets to help you prepare healthy food that tastes great and, most importantly, that you'll enjoy. This pairing is the secret ingredient to their own corporate recipe. By using smart kitchen items, the platform is able to help you go through recipes to ensure that you are only using the quantity of ingredients that you are supposed to. Why is this important? Because counting calories only works if you are able to be accurate about it. If a recipe calls for 1/4 pound of ground beef, but you accidentally use 1/3 pound, then the number of calories you will get from the meal is larger. Similarly, the fat intake will increase. Quantifying your ingredients like this allows you to have a very accurate log of your food. Currently, the company is focusing on two kitchen implements: a smart mixing bowl and a smart cutting board. The decision was made to focus here because they are items that everyone uses and have a large impact. Both items are able to weigh what is put into them and, combined with the information entered by the user about what is being used, the system can calculate an incredibly accurate nutritional matrix for the meal. Of course, as they are intended for the kitchen, both items are easily washable and waterproof. Both connect to your phone or tablet via Wi-Fi to allow tracking and ingredient steps. And, the system was a recipe AI to help you plan out what you want to eat while still being healthy. Who is VersaWare for? VersaWare is the perfect solution for busy people who want to get healthy without sacrificing their time. With VersaWare, you can create tasty dishes quickly and easily while also tracking your nutrition intake. VersaWare's culinary ecosystem makes meal planning simple and efficient, so that you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the food that you make. Get healthy and save time with VersaWare! VersaWare products are in a beta phase with a few products in testers' hands. The company plans to finalize production and bring the devices to market in the Summer of 2023. To join the waitlist or to learn more about the product line, check out the company's website (https://www.versaware.io/). Interview by Todd Cochrane (https://twitter.com/GeekNews) of Geek News Central (http://geeknewscentral.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts The Toniebox is a smart speaker with no screen that allows young kids to listen to music and stories on their own. http://plughitzlive.com/ces Children enjoy music and stories, but younger kids need help. Things like CDs or even streaming services require too much interaction and knowledge - plus they usually require a screen. This is where the Toniebox (https://us.tonies.com/) comes in, producing a smart speaker that allows kids to listen to music and stories on their own in a safe and easy way. What is the Toniebox? It's an innovative audio system designed specifically for little listeners. With its soft, rugged construction and low-maintenance charging, Toniebox is the perfect companion for your child's music adventures. It also comes with a select compilation of traditional children's songs preloaded, so there's no need to search through endless libraries of music! Just turn it on and pop a Tonie on top, and your child can be off to explore the audio world! With its long-lasting battery life of up to 7 hours, you can be sure that Toniebox will keep kids entertained all day long. So, set your little ones free with this speaker - they'll love it! The Toniebox is a fantastic way to introduce children to music, stories, and sound effects in an interactive and engaging format. Get your kids' imagination running wild with this fun and an easy-to-use audio system! How does the Toniebox work? Simply turn on the Toniebox and pop a Tonie on top. The device then automatically starts playing audio content from the chosen Tonie. If this is the first time that the Tonie has been placed on the box, it will go out to the internet and download the associated audio file. This means that you'll need to be connected to the internet the first time you use a new Tonie. After that, the audio is stored on the Toniebox for future listening. In fact, the speaker has the ability to hold around 100 audio files and has an algorithm to determine what to remove based on how frequently and recently a Tonie has been used. When your child is done listening, just take off the Tonie and the Toniebox will power down automatically. With its easy-on, easy-off charging system, you can be sure that your Toniebox is always ready for those long listening sessions. This makes it easy for the kid to use the box and not have to worry so much about charging. What audio is available? There are some great options available, including children's songs, stories, and sound effects - so there's something for everyone! The company produces a variety of Tonies based on existing and original characters. These characters include everything from Sesame Street to Disney to Peter Rabbit. Some of these Tonies have licensed content that already exists, while others have original content. For example, the company has worked directly with the voice actors for several Sesame Street voice actors in order to create exclusive stories within the Sesame Street experience. The company also has its own characters available. This allows them to expand the offering beyond just licensing. Summary The Toniebox is currently available in several various markets. The starter sets run $100 which includes the Toniebox and a variety of Tonies depending on the set. Additional Tonies are available generally running at $15. Some of the more unique Tonies, such as the nightlight, cost more. To learn more about Tonies and the Toniebox, head over to the company's website (https://us.tonies.com/). Interview by Scott Ertz (http://plughitzlive.com/staff/1-scott-ertz.html) of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology (http://f5live.tv/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Ball Wave technology allows machines to be able to smell, detecting harmful chemicals or monitoring the production of food and drinks. http://plughitzlive.com/ces Computers and machinery have gained a lot of abilities over the past few years. Computers can think for themselves with artificial intelligence. Robots can see and hear thanks to cameras and microphones. Together they create the ability for machines to make decisions about their environment and adapt. But, one thing that's missing is the sense of smell. That's where Ball Wave (https://www.ballwave.jp/) technology comes in. What is Ball Wave and how does it work? Ball Wave is a remarkable new technology that has the potential to revolutionize the way we use technology. It allows a machine to essentially be able to smell the air around it. But, more importantly, it allows for an integrated laboratory to analyze the air in near real-time. This technology takes what is traditionally a very large piece of equipment and shrinks it down to a very small package. What was once the size of an air conditioner is now able to be held in the hand. This means that there are a lot of opportunities that were never available before. But the real beauty is the integrated computer that allows you to get analysis results immediately. You can tell within seconds if there are any irregularities in the air. This can be used for safety purposes or even for monitoring the quality or process of making wine. How can Ball Wave technology be used? The impressive part of the technology is that, because of its size, it can be used in a large number of applications. One of the most surprising is that it is small and light enough to be placed on a drone. In fact, the company has an example video on its website showing the box in action on a drone. In addition to being just plain cool, it also has a lot of benefits. The device can be used to test air quality in areas that are not easily reachable, such as during building construction or demolition. Another interesting usage is in the alcohol industry. The company has piloted using the box to keep track of the production process for sake, a popular drink in Japan. Because of the way the system works, it is able to monitor the fermentation process and know where the sake is in its production. The next stage is to integrate AI into the system to be able to even determine brand from the scent. Of course, the concept isn't limited to sake. In fact, it could easily be adapted to keep an eye on wine or beer. Production of these drinks has a lot of potential problems in production, so being able to track the progress can prevent wine turning to vinegar. Summary The Ball Wave technology is already in use in Japan, with an expansion of markets planned. The technology has many uses inside and outside of laboratory purposes. To learn more about Ball Wave or to find out how you might be able to use it, head over to the company's website (https://www.ballwave.jp/). Interview by Scott Ertz (http://plughitzlive.com/staff/1-scott-ertz.html) of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology (http://f5live.tv/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Skinetic is a haptic feedback vest designed to make your gaming or entertainment sessions more immersive. http://plughitzlive.com/ces Playing a videogame is intended to extend the experience of entertainment into a more personal connection. With a movie or TV show or even a play, you watch what is happening and pretend to put yourself into the action. With a videogame, however, you are in control over the experience - sometimes in small ways and others in large ways. However, we're still generally separated from the game in a variety of ways, but Actronika (https://www.actronika.com/) wants to bring you directly into the game experience with Skinetic. Who is Actronika? Actronika is a company specializing in haptic technology. While we all think of haptics as the phone vibrating when we touch it, there's much more to the technology. In this case, the company focuses on a more high-definition version of haptics. The more focused technology allows for the creation of different haptic zones as well as different textures. This technology has come together to form Skinetic - a haptic vest that can provide feedback during an entertainment session. The vest is able to replicate the sensation experienced by the character on the screen while not intentionally hurting the one experiencing it. The best part is that this is not limited to gaming. In fact, it can be used across nearly any type of entertainment. Skinetic in gaming The Skinetic vest is a perfect companion for gaming. When you're playing a game and a grenade goes off nearby, being able to feel that explosion makes the game a more immersive experience. But, because of the detail of the vest, you can also have a smaller experience, such as being tapped on the shoulder. While this seems like a perfect companion for traditional gaming, it's even better for virtual reality. VR glasses are specifically designed to place you in a first-person perspective for your entertainment experience. By adding Skinetic into the mix, the experience truly does become more personal as well as more immersive. The game can bring you into the action and leave you with more of a consequence for failure. Skinetic in movies and television While interactive entertainment is the most obvious place for Skinetic, it can also work well for passive entertainment. The inclusion of haptic feedback into movies and television can help to pull you more into the entertainment. In gaming, you'll have consequences for your own actions, while in this example you'll have consequences for the actions of the characters on screen. How does Skinetic work? Skinetic has to be integrated into the development of the entertainment experience. For example, a videogame developer must know about Skinetic and build for it. Fortunately, we've already seen some big titles get on-board, including the VR experience Half-Life: Alyx (https://plughitzlive.com/theupstream/3355-halflife-and-virtual-reality-get-a-boost-from-new-valve-game.html), which many consider to be one of the definitive VR games. Development is made easy, though. Unlike many gaming tools, Skinetic support can be built outside of the game development tools, you can create and test the individual textures and feelings directly allowing for quicker development. Once you have your texture, you can import it into your game. The vest is incredibly detailed in design. There are 20 action zones, meaning that if someone taps you on the left shoulder, you can feel it only on the left shoulder. This is something that sets it apart from other VR vests, in that the experience can be tailored to the game environment. Summary The Skinetic is still under development, but developers can get ahold of a prototyping kit or evaluation kit. For consumers, you'll have to wait only a little while, as the product is intended to hit the market in May 2023. To learn more about Skinetic and Actronika, head over to the company's website (https://www.actronika.com/). Interview by Scott Ertz (http://plughitzlive.com/staff/1-scott-ertz.html) of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology (http://f5live.tv/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts GlobalM is moving video transmission from satellites to the web while minimizing latency between source and destination. http://plughitzlive.com/ces If you are trying to broadcast an event around the globe with multiple unrelated endpoints, the infrastructure can be difficult and expensive. Traditionally, this has required satellites and hard links on both the transmitter and receiver's side. This means that smaller production houses would be unable to take advantage of the ability to transmit to a global audience and also prevent them from being able to receive these feeds, as well. GlobalM (https://globalm.media/) has taken this concept and moved it off of satellites and onto the internet. What is GlobalM? GlobalM is a point-to-multipoint content distribution platform that removes the need for satellite connections. It does this by utilizing SRT, a low-latency streaming protocol originally developed by Haivision. This makes it easier and more cost-effective to provide live streams to multiple unrelated endpoints around the world, allowing even small production houses to reach their desired global audience. GlobalM also allows for the scalability of your network, which means that you can use one source pod and scale it up to multiple destination pods. Each stream destination will have its own unique SRT stream URI that you can use to access the broadcasted content. Moreover, GlobalM works with any encoder or decoder that supports SRT, as well as with its own integrated mobile app for iOS and Android. How does GlobalM work? GlobalM works by taking a single source stream and encoding it into multiple SRT streams that are sent to each individual receiving device. This means that the broadcaster is only sending out one stream, but it is being received simultaneously by every receiver in the network. The main benefit of this approach is that GlobalM can deliver low-latency live video with an extremely high picture quality even over long distances due to its optimized network topology. Overall, GlobalM provides a great solution for event broadcasting on a global scale. It allows production houses to easily reach their target audience without having to worry about expensive satellite connections or hard links - all while providing low latency, high-quality streaming at a fraction of the cost. With its scalable network and integrated mobile app, GlobalM makes it easy to broadcast any event around the world. Who is GlobalM for? GlobalM is for any organization or individual wanting to broadcast their event to a global audience. It is perfect for live-streaming events such as conferences, sports tournaments, concerts, religious ceremonies, and more. With GlobalM, you can easily reach viewers around the world without having to worry about the cost and complexity of satellite connections. Moreover, it allows your stream to be delivered with low latency and high quality even over long distances due to its optimized network topology. Whether you're looking to reach a large international audience or just stream a small event locally, GlobalM has you covered. Summary In short, GlobalM provides a reliable, cost-effective, and easy-to-use platform for distributing content to multiple unrelated destinations around the globe. With it, you can reach a larger audience with ease. GlobalM is available for broadcasters to use now. To learn more or get a demo of the technology, head over to the company's website (https://globalm.media/). Interview by Scott Ertz (http://plughitzlive.com/staff/1-scott-ertz.html) of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology (http://f5live.tv/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts The Tactigon wants to improve the way we use computers and robotics by adding motion and gesture controls. http://plughitzlive.com/ces The way we interact with machines has not changed much over the years. We started with a keyboard and later added a mouse. The mouse was augmented by touch, but only for some purposes. All of this means that the way we use computers today is nearly identical to how we interacted with them 40 years ago. However, the types of machines we interact with have changed significantly, and so it is time that our interactions change too. This is the lofty goal that The Tactigon (https://www.thetactigon.com/) has in its gesture-based controls. What is The Tactigon? The Tactigon is a unique and intriguing gadget. It is a board no bigger than a credit card, equipped with sensors and customizable inputs that allow it to turn any ordinary object into an interactive device with the help of app integration. With no wiring or any particular specific setup, The device seamlessly connects with apps already installed on the user's mobile device and allows them to integrate the power of motion into their daily computing lives. What is The Tactigon? The Tactigon is a unique and intriguing gadget. It is a board no bigger than a credit card, equipped with sensors and customizable inputs that allow it to turn any ordinary object into an interactive device with the help of app integration. The device, when integrated, allows users to interact with their computers or devices without having to touch them. In addition to the development board, The Tactigon has a fully functional end product called the Tactigon Skin. The controller is held in the hand and allows for simple controls as well as more advanced gestures. Depending on the integrated application, the controls can do different things. How does The Tactigon change how we use computers? The Tactigon Skin uses an artificial intelligence algorithm to recognize gestures and accurately interpret them. This allows users to interact with their computers or devices in ways never seen before, like moving objects on the screen in certain directions or performing complex tasks at once in a single gesture. The company's precision makes it ideal for sophisticated applications that require fine control over the user's movements. Furthermore, the product allows you to access digital content with a simple flick of the wrist or turn a page in an ebook in one swift gesture. The Tactigon Skin has been designed to be highly responsive and accurate, ensuring seamless interactions between user and machine so that users can work more efficiently without having to strain their hands. How does The Tactigon change how we interact with robots? The Tactigon Skin is not just limited to controlling digital devices but can also be used to control robots and other physical objects. Its accurate gesture recognition allows for precise commands to be sent, allowing for a fluid connection between user and machine. This means that users can make their robots move or perform tasks with a simple flick of a wrist. The controller is also compatible with a range of robots and machines, meaning that it can be used in combination with all kinds of different projects. The Tactigon Skin is truly revolutionary, changing the way we interact with computers and robots. With its integrated sensors and Artificial Intelligence algorithm, the device offers the best possible data available and helps users to control their machines with smooth and accurate movements. The controller is a man-machine interface that brings the digital world to your fingertips. Summary The Tactigon Skin is revolutionizing how we interact with our machines, allowing us to use them in ways never seen before. It is a leap into the future of man-machine interaction and promises to make interacting with our computer more natural and intuitive than ever before. The Tactigon Skin allows us to access digital content quickly and accurately, making it easier to focus on the job at hand. To learn more about The Tactigon, check out the company's website (https://www.thetactigon.com/). Interview by Don Baine (https://twitter.com/gadgetprofessor), The Gadget Professor (http://thegadgetprofessor.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Dog-E is WowWee's newest entry in its robotic menagerie, adding unique personalities and AI to enhance the experience. http://plughitzlive.com/ces If you've been in the electronics world for a while, you know that robotic pets have been a popular product category for a long time. However, they generally come with some problems. Generally, they are too expensive, don't do anything actually interesting, or both. One company has tried to tackle this problem for years and has hit upon a robotic companion that people will want - Dog-E (https://dog-e.com/) from WowWee (https://wowwee.com/). Who is WowWee? WowWee has been around for a decade and is dedicated to creating unique robotic toys. The company is best known for the Roboraptor and Robosapien, which have both become iconic toys. These products created a new product category for kids and families, with the ability to interact with the robots and, in some instances, do some basic programming. However, the skill sets were still fairly limited, so, while popular, the devices remained niche. What Is Dog-E? Dog-E is a unique robotic pet that comes with a variety of personalities and temperaments for you to choose from. From the moment you begin interacting with your companion, it mints a unique personality just for you. And, as you continue to interact with it, the personality is revealed in bigger and more obvious ways. For example, the eyes might light up a particular color early on to indicate a certain characteristic. In addition, Dog-E's tail has the ability to show personality traits through LED-powered icons. However, if you would prefer to customize your companion, as opposed to using the one minted for you, you have the ability to change characteristics through the companion mobile app. Whether you're looking for a licky & loving dog or one that's protective & hungry - Dog-E has it all! It also features artificial intelligence so it can learn how to respond better to your commands the more it interacts with you. Plus, its adorable appearance makes it an irresistible companion. Interaction With Dog-E The best part of having a robot pet is that you get to watch as it develops its own unique personality and interacts with you in different ways. Dog-E comes equipped with a variety of sensors that help it interact with you, including touch sensors to detect when it's being touched, infrared vision to bounce light off objects, and an array of microphones to pick up sounds. Once it starts interacting with you, Dog-E can become playful & energetic or sweet & lazy depending on your interaction style. Summary Dog-E is the perfect robotic companion for anyone looking for a pet that is both fun and interactive. With its customizable personalities and artificial intelligence, this product has something for everyone! Whether you're looking for a licky & loving friend or one that's protective & hungry - Dog-E has it all. Plus, its adorable appearance makes it an irresistible companion that you'll love interacting with! Dog-E is expected to come onto the market just in time for Holiday 2023 and will retail for $79.99. To learn more about Dog-E or pre-order your own robotic companion, you can head over to the product page (https://dog-e.com/). Interview by Don Baine (https://twitter.com/gadgetprofessor), The Gadget Professor (http://thegadgetprofessor.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Aging in place is difficult for everyone involved. But Sedimentum makes it possible while providing privacy. http://plughitzlive.com/ces As we get older, it gets more difficult to live on our own. In addition to actual hazards, family concerns can make it even more difficult - for us and our families. Making sure our siblings and children are comfortable and safe can add stress to someone trying to live their lives as normally as possible. Fortunately, thanks to Sedimentum (https://www.sedimentum.com/), we've now got technology that can take both of those stresses off of the aging population to allow them to live on their own longer than before. What is Sedimentum? Sedimentum is a company dedicated to making it easier for the aging population to live on their own longer without having to give up their safety and comfort. The company makes a platform that allows an individual to age in place while providing themselves with safety and their families with security. They are not the first to offer these abilities, but they do appear to be the first to place a large focus on the individual's privacy, as well as their safety. The platform itself is designed to be able to monitor a home with only a few small devices around the house. In fact, to be able to track and monitor the inhabitants and to learn their schedules, the system does not even require that there be a device in every room - only the ones that are most frequented. The company will help design the system for the house and then install the entire setup for you - no need to understand any of the more detailed aspects of the system. Using these devices and the technology within, the system is able to put together a profile of the people living in the house. Using that data, it is able to look for breaches of the patterns. These changes can indicate a number of things, including injury, illness, and more. It can also detect falls and other physical differences. Once a change is detected, different responses can happen. The person can indicate that all is clear, and nothing will happen. Otherwise, a call can be made, either to emergency services or a local family member. From there, someone can check in on the person in trouble. How is the Sedimentum system private? Unlike most systems like this, Sedimentum does not power its learning and monitoring system on cameras. Instead, it does it with other, less obtrusive sensors. This allows people to live their lives normally without fear that family, friends, or strangers might see them. Also, they needn't worry about someone looking in on them visually when they are at their most vulnerable. While this might seem like it would hinder the ability of the system to learn and detect patterns and behaviors, the company says that they are just as capable of making sure your loved one is safe and secure without the cameras. Summary Sedimentum technology is available in parts of Europe now and will be launching in the US soon. To learn more about the system and how to get signed up for yourself, you can check out the company's website (https://www.sedimentum.com/). Interview by Don Baine (https://twitter.com/gadgetprofessor), The Gadget Professor (http://thegadgetprofessor.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Smell is strongly attached to memory, but scent is currently missing from mass media. That is until now, thanks to ION3 from OVR Technology.http://plughitzlive.com/ces We've all seen movies where someone smells something, and it transports them to another time or place. Whether it's the smell of freshly baked cookies that takes you back to your childhood or the smell of a summer rainstorm that reminds you of a romantic moment, scent can be a powerful trigger for memories. Now, thanks to OVR Technology (https://ovrtechnology.com/)'s ION3, we can experience smell through our entertainment. What is OVR Technology and how does it work? OVR Technology's ION3 merges the virtual reality experience with actual reality through scent. Using an ION3, users can attach scent capsules to their existing virtual reality headsets. When the user is in a particular environment or playing a game, the scent capsule will activate and release the chosen scent. This makes for a more immersive experience as you can smell and sense what's happening around you like never before. Imagine being in a cooking game, and while cooking, the game was able to produce scents to represent the virtual food being cooked. Or, in a game like Left 4 Dead, you can smell the environment around you. This would allow you to know when a zombie has approached you based on the strength of the scent. Or you can identify Special Infected because of a change in scent around you. Of course, the smell would not be pleasant, but it would be effective. How does OVR Technology's ION3 work? The system uses a scent cartridge, similar to a printer cartridge. In this cartridge are what the company describes as the eight "core scent profiles." From these 8 scents, a developer can create a large variety of scents in various strengths. The technology can be integrated into nearly any type of media type, including games and movies, enhancing the experience. The scents are programmatically created, meaning that the application or media property must be involved in the creation of these scents. This means that developers, directors, and producers are going to have to buy into the concept in order to see this concept gain momentum. Fortunately, the concept has a long history in entertainment - especially in live entertainment. If you've ever been to a theme park, you might have been on one of the 4D experiences. While the majority of the experience is based around a 3D movie, the enhancements come from air, water, and smell. These experiences are scripted and controlled under the constraints of the movie experience, making the technology a little easier. However, OVR Technology's ION3 has managed to take the concept and make it universally applicable outside of the controlled environment. In addition, they have made the technology small enough that it can be included into a home rig, but powerful enough to be included into professional experiences. Summary The ION3 from OVR Technology is currently planned to be launched publicly during 2023, though plans can always change. To learn more about the company, the ION3, and how this technology might fit into your life, you can head over to the company's website (https://ovrtechnology.com/). Interview by Don Baine (https://twitter.com/gadgetprofessor), The Gadget Professor (http://thegadgetprofessor.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).

#ces2023 #ceslive #techpodcasts Have you ever wanted to be able to look through a wall and know what is on the other side? Algorized is making it a reality. http://plughitzlive.com/ces Technology can seemingly always surprise us, especially at CES 2023. One company that has developed a surprising piece of technology is Algorized (https://www.algorized.com/), whose new product essentially allows product developers to allow their products to see through walls. While this might seem like a hack in Call of Duty, the technology is real, and it is spectacular. What is Algorized? Algorized is a Swiss-based start-up, that developed new advanced sensing technology that is accurate enough to identify people and other objects through walls. Algorized's solution enables chip makers and manufacturers to provide UWB-enabled technology to detect people and objects as well as vital signs monitoring, see-through walls, underground, and for communications and includes advanced algorithms. The technology doesn't show direct and detailed photos of the people on the other side of the wall. However, what it can do is show essentially an advanced shadow of what is there. In addition to seeing the outlined image, users can also see biometric information about people on the other side, including heart rate, without being in the same room or touching the person with technology. The technology is based on highly optimized software and AI-powered algorithms. In fact, these algorithmic dependencies are where the name Algorized comes from. The company says that "Algorized" is the company's name, metaphor, and mantra, leading the vision for how they approach developing solutions for customer problems. Taking advantage of sophisticated software algorithms allows the company to develop solutions. In this case, the solution is a sensor array and software combo that allows for the location, identification, and monitoring of people on the other side of solid objects. Who is Algorized designed for? Algorized technology is built for application in a variety of fields from people safety, greener buildings, and life-saving technologies to autonomous vehicles, and human-machine interaction. Algorized brings the ability to detect through walls to the next level in terms of accuracy and efficiency. Of course, the technology is not intended to be a direct-to-consumer device. Instead, it is intended to be built into other products to enhance those products' capabilities. Take, for example, a device intended to locate and identify people after a tragedy. These devices usually use technology like LiDAR and heat sensing to locate people in a pile of rubble following a building collapse. By including the Algorized technology, they can enhance the ability to locate and identify missing people. Another interesting concept is being able to monitor the vital statistics of a patient that is being quarantined without having to physically interact with the patient. Doctors could keep track of the condition of the patient without putting themselves or even the patient in any additional danger, and without having to change out devices or be in the same room as the patient. Of course, there are a lot of additional uses for the technology. If you have a product that could benefit from the Algorized system or you want more information about how it works, head over to the company's website (https://www.algorized.com/). Interview by Don Baine (https://twitter.com/gadgetprofessor), The Gadget Professor (http://thegadgetprofessor.com/). Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy (http://plughitzlive.com/privacy). The most flexible tools for podcasting. Get a 30 day free trial of storage and statistics (http://create.blubrry.com/resources/podcast-media-hosting/?code=blubrry004). Support our coverage by shopping Amazon here (http://plughitzlive.com/amazon).